IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Michael

Michael Kelly Profile Photo

Kelly

Jul 7, 1964 — Apr 6, 2025

Obituary

Michael Kelly, at the age of 60, a beloved father, brother, and member of the Brownwood community, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Brownwood, TX. He will be deeply missed by all who know him. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 18, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Brownwood Funeral Home. Funeral Service's celebrating Michael's life will be held on Saturday, April 19, at 11:00 AM at the First Methodist Church in Brownwood, TX. Born July 7, 1964, in Worms, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, to Shirley Kelly Jr. and Gurden Klara Rahalf. Michael's life was a tapestry woven with threads of faith, family, and community. He moved to Brownwood, TX, in 1991 to be closer to his father, where he built a life filled with love and lasting friendships. Michael was a proud fifth-generation Emanuel Chapel United Methodist Episcopal Church member, joining in 2002 under the ministry of Benny Alcorn. He was a dedicated and active member, contributing generously to fundraising efforts and preserving the rich history of his church. His educational journey included public schooling in Columbia, SC. He graduated in 1982 and worked different jobs after high school. Michael started working for MHMR in 1997 and had a career in Foster Care, caring for people. Earned with distinction, he received his Bachelor of Science in Management from Kaplan University and his Master of Science in Performance Improvement. He was a man of diverse interests and hobbies, known for his outgoing nature and warm personality, which went along with talking "PLENTY" of noise. He will be remembered for his dedication to his family and community, his unwavering faith, and his remarkable contributions to Emanuel Chapel United Methodist Episcopal Church. He is preceded in Death by his parents, Shirley Kelly Jr. and Gurden Klara Rahalf. He is survived by his cherished daughter, Shona Isbell of South Carolina; his sisters: Patricia Ladson of Hopkins, SC and Tanya Kelly of Columbia, SC; brothers: Ricky Orise of L.A, CA, Timmie Kelly (Barbara) of Columbia, SC, Shirley Kelly III (Angie) of Columbia, SC, Ricky Kelly of Columbia, SC, Larry Kelly of Georgia, adopted brothers: Herbert Colbert of Brownwood, TX, and Daniel Buitron of May, TX. He also leaves behind a beloved nephew, Timmie Kelly (Susanna) of Brownwood, TX; adopted great-nephew: Fabien Terrell Bonds, and four grandchildren, along with a host of nieces and nephews who will carry his memory in their hearts. On behalf of the family, we would like to give a special thanks to: Kim Norman, Rhonda Kelton, Glenda Cotton, Joey Dolberry, and Daniel Buitron
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Funeral Services

Visitation

April
18

Friday

5:00 - 7:00 pm

Funeral Service

April
19

Saturday

Starts at 11:00 am

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