Elton Dean O'Kelly

Elton Dean O'Kelly, 58, from Flint, Michigan, went to ride in Heaven on March 5, 2021, while in the loving care of his wife, at their home in Punta Gorda, Florida. Dean as he was known served his country in the United States Army as a machine gunner. Then went on to work as a salesman at the BMW dealership in Grand Blanc, Michigan. Dean enjoyed riding his Harleys, being a tattoo artist, mechanic, jack of all trades, and being a loving Papa to his grandbabies. He was a dog lover; he joined his furbabies Boss and Chance; left behind Sky (Kyky) and Graham. He was preceded in death by his mother Susan Couture, Father Johnny O'Kelly, and Daughter Raquel Doty-O'Kelly. He leaves behind his wife Crista Wiles-O'Kelly, his children, James and Colton of Melrose, Florida, Samantha of Spring Hill, Florida; his sister Kristy Matherly (O'Kelly) of New Boston, Texas; his brother Gene O'Kelly of Flushing, Michigan; his step-children Justin, Rosemarie, Jon, Michelle, and Frank; his grandchildren Abygail, Alisen, and Harley; his step-grandchildren Carissa, Anakin, Chloe, Brayden, and Calista. There will be a Celebration of Life held in his memory on March 28, 2021 1 p.m., at 2705 Garden Street, North Fort Myers 33917. If you would like to make a donation please visit the GOFUNDME.com (Dean's Celebration of Life and Final Expenses).