Brenda Kelley Obituary
Brenda Raisor Kelley, born October 10, 1952, age 72, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Daughter of the late Jesse Raisor and Helen Raisor Brown, she was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters, and her late husband James W. Kelley.
Brenda was a Certified Medical Assistant. She worked at nursing homes and hospitals. She worked at Olston Kimberly Home Health for 10 years. She loved all her patients. She was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church in Lacie, KY.
Survived by:
Companion of 10 years: Vernon Ricketts of Eminence
Daughters: Carla (Tim) Holland of Eminence
Tara Kelley Woods of Louisville
3 Grandchildren
3 Great Grandchildren
Several Nieces and Nephews
Sister: Jessie Marie Covington
Brothers: Rod (Bridgitte) Raisor and Tony Brown
Memorial Graveside Service: 11 AM on October 8, 2025, at New Castle Cemetery, officiated by Bro. Mike Frey.
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425 N Main St P.O. Box 205, New Castle, KY 40050
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