Ronald Kelley

Ronald Kelley, 89, of Griffin, IN passed away peacefully on July 23, 2021 at Premiere Healthcare of New Harmony. Ronald Kelley was born in Gibson County on August 12, 1931 to the late Samuel and Hazel (Garrett) Kelley, where he graduated from Fort Branch High School in 1949. Over his lifespan he worked with a grain elevator and farmers, once owned GarRhon Trucking, and co-owned K&M Oil Company. The early years hobbies included deer hunting, and a love for his horses along with a passion for Harness Racing. Ronald and his partner of many years, Marge, had a sense of wanderlust, to which they enjoyed hitting the road in their RV taking annual excursions to Florida. In more recent years you could find him cruising through town in his golf cart with his faithful canine companion, Red, or frequently dining at the Main Caf in New Harmony, IN. He is preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Hazel (Garrett) Kelley, sister, Anna Lou Garrett, and brother, Gerald L. "Jerry" Kelley. He is succeeded in death by his two children, Gary (Kathy) Kelley of Cedar Park, TX and Rhonda (Walt) Wells of Owensville, IN; 3 grandchildren, Zachary (Trevie) Kelley of Cedar Park, TX, Korey Martin of Owensville, IN, and Kelley (Casey) Tenbarge of Evansville, IN; 2 great-grandsons, Dylan Bartlein and Tyler Martin; partner, Marge Guller; sisters, Carolyn (Carlos) Wilkerson of Haubstadt, IN, Sue (Jim) Locke of Harrison, TN, and Judy (Jim) Butcher of Santa Claus, IN; along with several nieces and nephews. Holder's Funeral Home is honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mr. Kelley. Visitation will be held Saturday, July 31st, 2021 at Maumee General Baptist Church from 10A to 1P, with the Funeral immediately following with Pastor Kevin Miley officiating. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Maumee General Baptist Church in Ronald's honor. You can mail your contribution to: PO Box 518 Owensville IN 47665