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James William "Jim" Kelley

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Kelley, James "Jim" William James "Jim" William Kelley, age 62, of Plano, Texas passed away on April 2, 2011. He was born on September 27, 1948 to Dorris Kelley (Mason) and Aubrey H. Kelley in Luling, Texas. On August 18, 1970, Jim married Mary Ann Waldroff in Columbus, Georgia. Jim served in the US Army and was a Program Manager in the Banking industry. Jim is survived by his wife, Ann Kelley of Plano, Texas; daughter, Laura Kelley and her husband, Travis Weaver of The Colony, Texas; two grandchildren, Jimmy Kelley and Bailey Kelley-Weaver; mother, Dorris Kelley of Claremore, Oklahoma; sister, Janet Dick of Claremore, Oklahoma; sister-in-law, Carolyn Whitehurst-Nooner of Abbeville, Alabama; two nieces, Jami Storey and Cathy Storey and two great nieces, Keyara Storey and Savana Huddleston. Jim is preceded in death by his father, Aubrey Kelley and sister, Patricia Roberts. A Funeral Service will be held at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Chapel in Frisco on Wednesday, April 6, 2011 at 10:00 AM. Interment will be held at Luling City Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Livestrong.org. To convey condolences or to sign an online registry, please visit www.tjmfuneral.com

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Published by Dallas Morning News on Apr. 5, 2011.

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Holly Boltjes-Johnson

April 11, 2011

I only worked with Jim over the phone, but he was always a pleasure to talk to and was always very helpful. He will be greatly missed here at Citi. Thoughts and prayers go out to Jim's family at both work and home.

Debbie Klein

April 6, 2011

I was so sorry to learn of Jim's passing. I first met Jim at Citi in 2005, and he was always gracious and friendly - an all around nice person. His family was so important to him and he was always thoughtful about asking how my family was doing too. Jim will definitely be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Edwin Ganda

April 6, 2011

I was very fortunate to work closely with Jim for several years. He shared his family life and life experiences that touched my own life. He was not only a great co-worker, a good friend, and an excellent mentor, but also a very caring person. We shared great conversation and many laughs over coffee. He will be greatly missed!

Allen Bujol

April 5, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to Jim's entire family. I knew Jim from our data in Citi Auto. Jim was not only a good manager, he was a good person. He genuinely cared for people. He always made a point of saying good morning and engaging you in a conversation. Jim's family was extremely important to him and it was a pleasure to exchange family updates. Jim, I know you're in a better place now, but here we're going to miss you.

Brandy Mundt

April 5, 2011

I worked with Jim at Citibank. I never had the pleasure to meet him in person but he was such a nice and easy going person to work with over the phone. My thoughts are with your entire family at this sad time.

Brandy Mundt
Sioux Falls

Ken Keiser

April 5, 2011

Jim was always someone you could count on and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers to all his family and friends.

Sharon Waite

April 5, 2011

I work at CitiBank. I had the pleasure to work with him on Project Release calls. Jim was so pleasant to work with and such a kind soul.

Mary Jones

April 5, 2011

It was truly a privilege to work with Jim for several years. During this difficult time, my thoughts and prayers go out to Jim's family.

Julio Martinez

April 5, 2011

Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. I will always remember Jim for his willingness to help others.

Bonnie Boyer

April 5, 2011

I had the great pleasure of working with Jim on some initiatives and being his cube neighbor. Each time I was in the office when he was in the office, he would brighten my day. He would let me know he had coffee ready and we’d talk for a few minutes. I will always remember his sense of humor, his common sense way of looking at things, and his deep love for his family. He would take a few moments out of his busy work day to just touch base with them and let them know he was thinking of them. I’m deeply saddened. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

April 5, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to Jim's family and friends during this time of sorrow. May God give you peace and understanding during this time. Beth and Randy Hatcher (Abbeville, AL)

Maheswari Narendran

April 5, 2011

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Jim King

April 5, 2011

In the short time I knew him, he became a good friend, and someone I relied on every day for help, conversation, and mentoring. I will miss him greatly. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Pam Costa

April 5, 2011

To Jim's family and those of us who were fortunate to work, talk, laugh with him, sorrow for his passing and joy for the time we were allowed to know him. Jim, you will be missed, thanks for sharing your work day, time and thoughts with those of us in Jacksonville Florida.

Pete McEntee

April 5, 2011

Extremely saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. I had the pleasure of working directly with Jim for a number of years. We talked almost everyday. Often we would take the time to talk about the important things in life…our families. Jim loved his family and often talked about his wife, daughter and grand kids. We talked hockey, family outings, common places of interest like Jackson Hole, Wyoming. And life's challenges in general. Jim wasn’t just another nice guy. Jim was a good man, a man of honor and integrity. I will miss him but never forget him. The world doesn’t have many ‘Jim’s’. We lost a one of a kind. We all possible respect, Pete

Dreama Clifford

April 5, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to Jim's family in this time of sorrow. Jim will be greatly missed.

Rachell Peterson

April 5, 2011

Jim, I will always remember you for your coffee and conversation. I will miss our weekly talks on family, movies and life. You were my friend and I will miss you.

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