Carl Kelley

June 27, 2025

Carl Kelley, 83, of Clinton, Tennessee, peacefully took his last breath here on earth on June 27, 2025. His next breath was with Jesus. His wife of 63 years, Lila Kelley, was by his side, caring for him as she always had.

Carl was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Clinton. He retired from the maintenance department at the Anderson County Courthouse after 30 years of service.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Georgia Kelley; brothers, Jimmy Kelley and Eugene Kelley; and sister, Willie King.

He is survived by his wife, Lila Kelley; son, Tim Kelley and wife, Robin; daughter, Sandy Watson and husband, Tom; grandchildren, Andy Kelley, Will Watson and Samantha Collins; brother, Jerry Kelley and wife, Helen; and sister, Ella Mae Cook and husband, Bud. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

The family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 1, 2025, in the chapel of Jones Mortuary in Clinton. A graveside service and interment will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Woodhaven Memorial Gardens.

Jones Mortuary in Clinton, Tennessee is honored to serve the Kelley family.