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Randy Kelly passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Son of the late Helen Elizabeth (Bain) and Randell Prentice Kelly, Sr., he was a River Boat Captain for 37 years for American Commercial Barge Lines and a member of Grace Baptist Church in La Grange. Randy was preceded in death by a son, Christopher Shane Kelly, and a brother, Michael Kelly.
Randy is survived by wife of 33 years; Vicki Kelly of Eminence, children; Tammy Carpenter, Jason Kelly, Teresa Hill, David Osbourne, Bryan Kelly, Tonya Gibson, Lisa Tindal and Tracy Beverly, sisters; Teresa Graham, Rebecca Kelly and Marie Kelly, 20 grandchildren with four on the way.
Funeral services will be held Friday, March 29, 2024 at Prewitt New Castle Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. David Woosley of Grace Baptist Church with interment in New Castle Cemetery.
Visitation will be 11 a.m. until service time on Friday at Prewitt New Castle Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
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Chuck
March 30, 2024
Vicki, I'm sorry for your loss. Randy is going to be deeply missed. He was a big factor in my life and career as a Captain. I worked with him as a Chief Engineer and pilot. He was my sons first Captain he ran into. Now he is a chief engineer following in my footsteps. I do wanted to see him one last time. But God called him home to make him whole again. May you and your family be wrapped in the healing hands of God in this time of sorrow. Randy will be yelling 6 On 6 Off from the heavens. Rest easy old friend. We will all see you some day.
Thanks for everything
Chuck Davis
Jake
March 29, 2024
This man will be missed by many but will never be forgotten. 6 on 6 off! Until we meet again, rest in peace my friend.
John Fox
March 29, 2024
He was a wonderful person. This is a blow to the river transportation industry. Am so saddened to hear. We are praying for his family.
Leon Stoutt
March 29, 2024
One of the best captains I've ridden with, great personality, he will be deeply missed.
James Walker
March 29, 2024
Randy was an awesome person & river man to work with. I had the best chance a young captain could have working with him. He was my first steady pilot when I moved up to captain. We became so close I felt as if I was one of his kids. When going off watch and headed to my room I always hollered up and told him night dad and he would always respond night son. We always stayed in touch after he left the boat and still called each other the same. You will be greatly missed Randy "dad" fly high. Thoughts & Prayers for the family, friends, co workers!
Condolences from the Walker family & M/V Michael Nadicksbernd crew
Rick Ashby
March 29, 2024
I brought donuts to Randy's boat back in the late 90's. He called me Donut Man for the next 25 years. He was one of my favorite captains. I will miss him.
William Martin Chief M/V Kenny Eads
March 29, 2024
i worked with Randy for many years off and on I will miss you my friend bless all your family and friends
Lisa Enright
March 27, 2024
Vicki, sending prayers for you and your family. Randell was a good friend and a great captain that I had the pleasure of working with. May God surround you all with peace and comfort.
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