Kathy Lynn Kelley

Kathy Lynn Barrick Kelley, age 62 years, a resident of Elkins, passed away peacefully at her home Monday, December 8, 2025 with her family by her side and under the care of Mountain Hospice. She was born, June 16, 1963 at Frankfurt, Germany, a daughter of the late Phillip R. Barrick and Naomi Bennett Barrick. Kathy was a woman of incredible strength, resilience and unwavering dedication. She had a "never quit" approach that inspired everyone who knew her. She had a strong work ethic all of her life and a heart of gold that left a profound impact on everyone who knew her. Outside of her work life, Kathy's greatest passions were her family and gardening. She found her greatest joy in spending time with her grandkids who she loved dearly. Aside from spending time with her family, and planting flowers, she also enjoyed trips to the beach. She is survived by one son, Jeff Manolidis and wife Laura of Elkins; two daughters, Chasity Kelley and significant other, Kyle of Elkins and Alyson James and significant other Wesley of Elkins. Two brothers, Phillip Barrick and wife Anita of Kerens and Ralph Barrick and wife Tara of Houston, TX and eight grandchildren, Bryce and Gauge Manolidis, Jordan Phillips, Chase, Miciah and Ethan Kelley, Conner and Brooklynn James. Four nieces, Noel Kestner and significant other of Kingsport, TN, Shelby Barrick of Orlando, FL and Kirstie Remels and husband Nic of Houston, TX, and Paige Richards and husband Anthony of Parkersburg, WV also survive. Also preceding her in death were one sister, Diane Barrick and half-sister, Susan Barrick.
Friends may call from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm Friday, December 12, 2025 at the Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm Friday from the funeral home chapel with Pastor Ann Fretwell officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain State Memorial Gardens near Gilman. The Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Kathy Lynn Barrick Kelley. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com.