Johnnie Kelley Obituary
Johnnie Kelley (Kershaw, South Carolina) passed away on October 8, 2026. Johnnie, born on September 6, 1942, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Johnnie Kelley or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Johnnie will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Johnnie will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Johnnie’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Leila Laney and John Laney; her husband Lenwood "Len" Kelley; and her son Gregory Maurice Blakeney. She is survived by: her sons, Robert Blakeney (Kathy) of Kershaw and Jessie Blakeney of Heath Springs; and her foster sons, Jeff Rape of Heath Springs, Larry Wilson of Columbia and Octavious O. Colbert of Kershaw. She is also survived by eight grandchildren; a host of great-grandchildren; and many cousins, other relatives, and dear friends.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Crawford Funeral Home (407 W Marion St, Kershaw, SC 29067). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Pleasant Valley Baptist Church (7375 Kershaw Camden Hwy, Kershaw, SC 29067).
