Anthony Ray Kelly, age 63, died at his home on Friday, December 13, 2024. He was born January 31, 1961, in Tupelo to Gene Paul Kelly, Sr. and Betty Ruth Bowles Kelly. Andy had a lifelong love for horses, a passion that began in his early childhood. As he grew older, Andy spent countless hours riding. Andy’s love for horses was evident to everyone who knew him. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and going to the DAV on Friday nights dancing. Andy faithfully attended Northstar Church in Saltillo.
Andy is survived by one son, Barry Kelly and his wife, Connie, of Mooreville; seven grandchildren, Katie Toney and her husband, Cameron, of Corinth, Zach Langley, and Aiden Kelly both of Mooreville, Levi Kelly, Jordon Kelly, Madelyn Kelly, and Sophia Kelly all of Shannon; three siblings, Gene “Paul” Kelly, Jr. and his wife, Judy, Cindy Ruff, and Jenny Bailey all of Shannon; and a host of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Brandon Kelly; and sister, Paula Ruth Kelly.
Services honoring Andy’s life will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at the Jefferson Street Chapel of Pegues with Rev. Terry Ledbetter and Rev. Troy Comer officiating. Burial will follow at Brewer Cemetery.
