Donel Todd Kelley Obituary

We bid farewell to Donel Todd Kelley of Greer, South Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 15, 2026 at the age of 94. Donel touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donel Todd Kelley to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Beaman Kelley and Leona Mae Todd Kelley. He is survived by: his wife Ruth Emory Lister Kelley; his children, Marilyn Amick (Mark) of Ninety-Six, David Kelley (Lynn) of Willow Springs and Paul Kelley (Michelle) of Union; his stepchildren, Chuck Lister (Deborah) of Greer and Holly Yager (Doyle) of Rock Hill; his sister Nan Wheeler (Bob) of Lillington; his grandchildren, Kelley Candler (Brandon), Alan Amick, Anna Kelley, Jonathan Kelley, Jane Kelley, Cal Kelley and Luke Kelley; his stepgranddaughter Brooklyn Yager; and his great grandchildren, Hadlee Candler and Claire Candler.

Visitation will be held on Monday, May 18th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:45 PM at the Washington Baptist Church (3500 SC-14, Greer, SC 29651). A funeral service will be held on Monday, May 18th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location.

Memorials may be made to Washington Baptist Church, 3500 N Highway 14, Greer, SC 29651 or Greer Community Ministries, PO Box 1373, Greer, SC 29652.