Reba Darnell Kelley

Reba Darnell Kelley, age 81, of Alexander passed away on December 4, 2012 at her home. She was born February 12, 1931 in Parker County, Texas. Reba was a homemaker and member of the Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Lee Elders and Eva DeBusk Elders. Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Willie N. (Buddy) Kelley, Alexander; sons and daughters-in-law, Duane Kelley and wife Patricia, Conway; Steve Kelley and wife Irina, Houston, Texas; Nolan Kelley and wife Silvia, Kemah, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Linda Gerrald and husband Warren, Avilla; 14 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Ashby's. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday at Ashby Funeral Home with burial at Pine Crest Cemetery. Speakers will be, Mark Parkhurst, Charles Baxter, and Warren Gerrald. Pallbearers: Ben Gerrald, Matthew Kelley, Daniel Kelley, Jason Clayton, Jarod Johnson, Steve Greer. Honorary Pallbearers: Wesley Williams, Justin Clayton and Jason Kelley. Online guest book at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com.