Kelly Lee Black

Bandido Kelly Lee Black, 53, of Billings, passed away May 13, 2011, with his PBOL Sherry and his family by his side. He was born in Billings on Sept. 25, 1957, to Toby and Emiliana Black. Kelly graduated from high school with honors in Meeteetse, Wyo., in May 1977. In August 1977, he joined the Navy and was honorably discharged in 1981.

Kelly lived in Billings most of his life. His first job, when he was 8 years old, was shining shoes. He gave his wages to his mother and, with the tips, he went roller skating with his sisters. Kelly had his own business, Black Trucking, for several years. His last job was with JEM Construction, where he enjoyed being a heavy equipment operator and truck driver for Switch and always waiting for John's call.

?Kelly enjoyed spending quality time with his family, specifically watching NASCAR, and he was a diehard Denver Broncos fan. He was an intelligent man, guiding his children with love through every aspect of their lives. Because of Kelly's golden heart, he was always there for his family, brothers and friends.

Kelly is survived by his wife, Sherry; his parents, Toby and Emiliana Black; children, Jacoba (Tony), Samantha (DJ), Shiloh, Rane; stepchildren, Brittany (JJ) and Brandon; sisters JoeAnn Black (Eddie), Race Black; mother-in-law, Sharon Simon; father-in-law, Charlie Vietz; sisters-in-law, Colleen Gairrett, Sandy Schafer (Mark), and Jodi Walter (Jay); numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Kelly joined the Bandido Brotherhood in April 2007. He was the Sgt. of Arms for the Billings Chapter. He was a most loved member who will never be replaced and will be surely missed. L.L.R. & BFFB

Special thanks to "Doc Brock" Whittenberger, his nurse Nancy, and the cancer floor nurses who would fight over who would treat Kelly during the last six months.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, May 28, at St. Bernard's Catholic Church. Committal will be in the Calvary Cemetery near St. Pius X Catholic Church. Condolences may be sent to Sherry Black, PO Box 564, Billings, MT 59103. Arrangements are in the care of Dahl Funeral Chapel and memories may be shared with the family at www.dahlfuneralchapel.com.