John Mathew Kelley Obituary
The family of John Mathew Kelley of Poteau, Oklahoma announces his passing on October 9, 2026. John Mathew, born on May 3, 1989 in Springfield, Missouri, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Mathew Kelley to show support.
He was predeceased by: his grandparents, Chris and Shelley Kelley; and his great-grandparents, Everett and Mary Kelley. He is survived by: his mother Cari Kothenbeutel (Zachary) of Cameron, Oklahoma.; his children, Maddie of Spiro, Oklahoma., Alison of Spiro, Oklahoma., Leanna Kelley of Spiro, Oklahoma. and Alex Kelley of Spiro, Oklahoma.; his siblings, Jessica Kelley of Homer, Alaska. and Justin Kelley (Anna); his aunt Alaina Heavin of Halfway, Missouri.; and his nieces and nephews, Cari Anne Kelley, Riley Grace Greenfield, Mathew Elwood Kelley, James Riley Kelley and Remington Michael Kelley.
A celebration of life was held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Dowden-Roberts Funeral & Cremation Center Chapel (28918 205th Ave, Poteau, OK 74953). A reception was held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 from 3:15 PM to 4:15 PM at the River Valley Event Center at Dowden-Roberts Funeral & Cremation Center (28918 205th Ave, Poteau, OK 74953).
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Suicide Prevention or to the local Mental Health Resources of your choice.
