James Kelley Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Kelley (Montgomery, West Virginia), who passed away on March 13, 2026, at the age of 89, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Kelley to pay them a last tribute.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping James' spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Virgil and Helen Poole; his sister Kathy Poole; his former wife Sue Ann Griffith; and his son John Michael.

He is survived by: his wife Aileen Holbrook Kelley; his daughter Kimberly Kelley Bihun (John); and his grandchildren, Lily Bihun, Griff Bihun, Kevin Kelley (Nikki) and Reilly Deverishian.

O'Dell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements where expressions of sympathy can be sent at http://www.odellfuneralhome.com.