Ariel A. "Alex" Kelley

Ariel A. “Alex” Kelley, 67, of Derby Kansas died Wednesday, 19 February 2025, peacefully in his sleep. He is preceded in death by his father Elvis Kelley, mother Olga Kelley, and brother Felix Kelley. He was a 20 year retired Air Force Veteran and Wal-Mart employee (Tyndall AFB, FL and Panama City, FL). Alex traveled the world with assignments in Michigan, Nevada, Iceland (4 times), Germany, Saudi Arabia, and Florida (2 times).

He enjoyed travel, food, music, his dogs (Chiqua, Sisco), and his best buddy Bobo, who now lives with Aunt Marie, Uncle TJ, and 4 legged brother Finney.

He leaves behind brothers; George (Ed), James (Robbie), sister; Marie (TJ), 2 nieces Christina (Chris) and Lindsey, and 1 nephew Joey (Alexandra). His gracious smile, laugh, and wit will be missed. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Alex's name to your local Humane Society.

Private family service.