Herman Kelley Obituary
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Herman was preceded in death by his beloved wife Eva Dell Kelley, also a Twin brother Wylie " Floyd " Kelley, a younger brother Roy Lee Kelley, and a stepson Billy Carroll Coleman. Survivors include his Sister Leona " Fay " Herbert ( husband William " Keno " Herbert), Sister n Law Cathy Kelley, 2 Daughters Susan Gail Kane ( husband Lee ) Judy Pauline Mooneyhan ( husband Arthur) his 3 stepchildren Betty "June" May, Gary Lynn Coleman, and Linda Joyce smith ( husband Eric ). As well as many Grandkids, Nieces, Nephews, Friends and Neighbors.
Herman was a Veteran who served in the Army during the Korean and Vietnam wars. He was a Hard-Working man that retired from the Kern County Roads Department in California. He was an honest, loving, and warm-spirited human being filled with Joy and Laughter. Herman was a great example of what a man should be. For those of us who knew him, we were truly blessed! His hobbies included Hunting, Fishing, Camping, Gardening, and A Weekend Ritual Good Game of Aggravation. He enjoyed anything Western such as Movies, Reading Novels, and listening to his Talking Books. Herman never met a stranger, and all who met him were taken in by his charm and charisma. He left a Mark on this Earth that will Never be Forgotten. For this is not Good-Bye but a See You Later!
Chapel service and Military Honors are being held at Cheney Funeral Home at 1632 West First Street Cheney on July 6th, 2024. Viewing from 12:00 to 12:30 pm. Closed Casket Service at 1:00 pm On Saturday, July 6th, 2024 with Bishop Aubery Reed Jr. officiating.
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Curtis Mooneyhan
July 7, 2024
Herman Kelley was my beloved grandpa. He is such an important figure in my life. I´ll treasure the memories we made with each other.
Grandpa and I were a lot alike. We argued all the time ..lol. One time we argued over the difference between a bath and a shower..lol. I would tell him I was going to take a shower, and he would yell out, "No, it´s a bath". I would say I want to take a shower not a bath, He would say, "Look it up in the dictionary " . Thank you grandpa for teaching me so much, and for always being a loving caring man. I am so content knowing you´re with grandma now, and we will all be together one day! Love you
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Curtis Mooneyhan
July 7, 2024
Herman was also my grandpa. As I get older I see the inherent genes I share with my grandpa. We´re both stubborn. I would "poke the bear" often when it came to getting on grandpa´s nerves. I remember arguing about the difference between a shower and a bath. I told him I was going to take a shower, and he said, "No it´s a bath" lol. I would argue back that I wanted to take a shower, not a bath. He would tell me to look up bath in the dictionary..lol. As much as we bickered and fought, he was such a joy to have in my life. I will always cherish the priceless memories spent with grandpa. You taught me so much, and I am forever grateful. I am so content knowing you´re with grandma now, and we will all be together one day. Love you Grandpa Herman
Steve Kane
July 6, 2024
Herman was my beloved Grandpa. I have great memories from my childhood of him walking up the road of his home with me to venture to the grocery store so I could get a treat, and grandma some lottery tickets. When I could talk him in to it we would take his work car somewhere us grandkids named " The Clunker". I can still see Grandpa's smile and joy and probably questioning why we loved to ride in that little car. It was the time with Grandpa and hearing his laughter and jokes that we loved. I will always hold a place in my heart with joy and thankfulness for having him in my life. I will see and hug him again one day in Heaven above. Love You Grandpa
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