Thomas William "Tom" Kelley

Thomas William “Tom” Kelley, 78, of Washington state, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026.

The graveside funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Pisgah Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor Steve Brooks officiating. Tom was baptized into Baptist faith.

The family will receive friends immediately following the service. Online visitors may sign the guest register at www.bryantfuneralga.com. Memorial donations may be made to Pisgah Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Jerry Jones, 4160 Thomasville Road, Climax, GA 39834 or American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692. 

Thomas William Kelley was born November 22, 1947, in Tyndall Field, FL, the son of Clifton and Louise Kelley. He graduated from Robinson High School where he played football and baseball. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Tom made his living as a steamfitter/welder. Originally from Tampa, he later moved to Washington and spent time in Alaska. He enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, fishing, and taking photographs of the natural beauty around him. Tom found enjoyment wherever life took him. Semper Fi was his motto.

Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Judy Kelley; his son, Christopher Kelley (Lulita); his grandchildren, Christin & Thomas (Jessica); his three great-grandchildren; his sisters, Janice Kelley and Julie Baldwin (Walter); his sister-in-law, Cathy Hosea (Rick); his cousin, Debra Carr, and extended family. Tom was preceded in death by his parents and one great-grandson.

The family wishes to say a special thank you to Jason, Sheri, Angie, Katie, and Tracy for their invaluable support.