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David Eldis Kelley

1941 - 2017

David Eldis Kelley obituary, 1941-2017

BORN

1941

DIED

2017

David Kelley Obituary

David Eldis Kelley was born April 21, 1941 in Huntington, West Virginia to Elva and Niedith Kelley.

David retired from the United States Air Force, and his last assignment was at the USAFA, where he was in the Civil Engineering Squadron. After retiring from the military, David worked as a contract manager.

David was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Phyllis Vernon; and his son, Rick Kelley.

He is survived by his wife, Peggy; one son, Rob (Rhealene) Kelley; a daughter, Kim (Travis) Woolford; and five grandchildren.

Private graveside services were held March 16, 2017 at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver, Colorado, with Reverend Alex Person presiding.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Apr. 23, 2017.

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