Hazel M. Kelley

Hazel Kelley Obituary

KELLEY, HAZEL M. - of Atlantic City, former proprietor of Kelley's Kitchen Soul Food Restaurant, died peacefully at home after a lengthy illness on November 30, 2007 surrounded by family and loved ones. Hazel was born to Fletcher and Mary Kelley on December 6, 1929 in Chase City, VA. She attended Finney Wood Public Schools. Hazel graduated from Thyne Institute, where she acquired her skills as a seamstress. She was a member of Finney Wood Baptist Church during her adolescent years. After moving to the Atlantic City area, Hazel became a faithful and dedicated member of Second Baptist Church. Predeceased in death are her three brothers, James, John, and Charles Kelley, and one sister, Dorothy Kelley. After leaving VA, Hazel relocated to Atlantic City in 1951. She was employed as a Nurses Aide for several years, and worked at Dave's Grocery Store before going into the clothing industry. In 1989, Hazel decided to become an entrepreneur and opened Hazel's Kitchen Soul Food Restaurant. Hazel leaves to mourn her passing and fond memories: son, Robert W. Kelley; grand- daughter, Kristin S. Kelley; sisters, Mae Bettie Jones, Helen C. Kelley; sister-in-law, Dora Kelley; nieces, Sabrail (Latwait) Muhmmad, Shannon, Brenda Kelley, Sharon Kelley; nephews, Charles Kelley, Jr., and Jerome Kelley; godchildren, Howard Parker, Jr., Sharon Brandt; her best friend and traveling partner for many years, Carolyne Watson; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 6th in Second Baptist Church, 110 Rev. Dr. I.S. Cole Plaza, Atlantic City, where friends may call from 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Pleasantville. Please sign guest book at Legacy.com or email [email protected] mikalsfuneralparlorinc.com

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Published by The Press of Atlantic City on Dec. 4, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Hazel Kelley

11 Entries

robin sapp harris

December 16, 2007

robert kelly, sorry to read about your mom stay encourage and stay focus your friend always

Clydie Washington-Griffin

December 8, 2007

Kelley family,
So sorry to her of the passing of Mrs. Kelley. I will miss her
@ the monthly Bungalow Park meetings. If only we all would have such a gentle spirit as she had. May she rest in peace.

Dawn Holmes

December 6, 2007

R. Kelly, my heart goes out to you and your family. As you know I totally understand your pain & loss very well. She's in a better place, looking down on you as your guardian angel. She will always live on within you. God bless you and your Family & Friends.

December 6, 2007

Mr. Kelley,

I was unable to attend the services for your mom. Nonetheless my prayers are with you during your time of sorrow.

Sissy

Gary Woodlin

December 6, 2007

Kelly,
I am saddened by the loss of Ms. Hazel. I remember her as a special person who was such a dear friend to my mother. Growing up on Melrose Ave and seeing her sit on the porch enjoying the quietness. Rest assured she is at peace and resting well.

donna woodlin

December 6, 2007

Dear Bobby, we will never forget Ms. Hazel the fact that she was our mother's friend and the love and concern she had for us will always remain in our hearts. We are praying for you knowing God will take care of you. Love the Woodlins.

Gino Mcarthur

December 6, 2007

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Trevis Parker

December 5, 2007

Kelly, My daughters and I were saddened to hear about the passing of your mother. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Know that your mom was a generous and loving woman and she will be greatly missed.

Denise, Mattie and Lamarr Simon

December 5, 2007

Bobby,
Our hearts saddened by the loss of your dear mother, I know how close you were. And you know i will always have a special place in my heart for the loving care that she gave my son many years ago, and the good friend that she had always been to my mother. Take comfort in knowing that if we belive as she did that this is not the end for we shall all meet again on that great day

Rev. Stadi & Tina Reaves

December 5, 2007

Sis. kelley was a true example of what it means to rest in the peace of God. I cannot ever remembner her complaining about anything and that is a testimony of her relationship with Christ. We would all do well to follow in her footsteps.

Lillian C. Miller

December 4, 2007

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

I feel so fortunate to have known Ms. Hazel and for the many Life's Lessons. She was so smart and knowledgable about "just about everything"...I will certainly miss our talks. But, the things I learned, I will never forget.

I feel saddened because I know that I will no longer see her. Accepting that she no longer has to suffer somewhat eases my pain. I will love and cherish my memories of her forever!

Love,

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