June 17, 1936 — July 3, 2014

Donald E. Kelley, 78, of Dowagiac, died Thursday, July 3, 2014, in Borgess Lee Memorial Hospital, Dowagiac.

Donald was born June 17, 1936, in Cassopolis, Michigan to Wilson “Pat” and Marguerite (Jones) Kelley.

He served honorably in the U.S. Navy. Donald married Nancy Carol Krager in Union, Michigan. After more than 50 years of marriage, she preceded him in death Jan. 9, 2014. He was also preceded by his parents.

Don was a lifelong residential contractor who enjoyed woodworking. He worked for Edward Lowe for many years.

Donald will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by three sons, Donald Kelley of Vandalia, Michael Kelley of Dowagiac, Pat (Amy) Kelley of Cassopolis; seven grandchildren; and two
great-grandchildren.

Family and friends will gather at 11 a.m. Friday, July 11, 2014, for a graveside service in South Wayne Cemetery, Dowagiac, when Mr. Kelley will be accorded full military honors. His remains will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife, Nancy Kelley.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Connelly Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Cassopolis. Please share a memory or a message online: wagnercares.com.