Jimmy Howard Kelly Obituary
The family announces the passing of Jimmy Howard Kelly in Tupelo, Mississippi on September 15, 2026. Jimmy, born on January 28, 1945 in Starkville, Mississippi, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jimmy Howard Kelly to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, V. T. Kelly, Jr. and Quilla Reed Kelly; and his brother David Kelly. He is survived by: his wife Patricia Kelly of Starkville, MS; his son Jason Kelly (Heather) of Columbus, MS; his sisters, Ruth Ann Hawes of Starkville, MS and Pat Roberson of Maben, MS; his uncle Ray Reed (Diane) of Mathiston, MS; his siblings-in-law, Judy Wyatt of Clio, Jack Davis (Patsy) of Amory, MS, Barney Davis (Linda) of Tupelo, MS and Wilson Wyatt (Michele) of Amory, MS; and his close friend Shirley Kelley (Valerie) of Tulsa, OK..
Visitation was held on Friday, September 25th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Meadowview Baptist Church (300 Linden Cir, Starkville, MS 39759). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 25th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
