Kelly Hadden Obituary
Kelly was born April 29, 1967, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, welcomed by his parents Charlie and Nancy Hadden, and sister, Marcella. Kelly grew up on a ranch in Osage County, riding horses and tending cattle alongside his dad. Each summer Kelly looked forward to attending Christian sports camps in Missouri where he was strengthened in both his faith and his athletic abilities. He graduated high school in 1985 and then joined his family in moving to Tucson in 1987.
Kelly met Dayna Eileen Ober in 1996 and the two were married in 2000.
After completing a bachelor of science in chemistry education in 2004 at the University of Arizona, Mr. Hadden began teaching chemistry and physics in 2005 at Cienega High School in the Vail Unified School District, AZ. He continued in his beloved field of education by obtaining a Masters of Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University in 2008. Mr. Hadden went on to work as Assistant Principal at Cienega High School for 10 years.
In 2021 Mr. Hadden accepted the position of Principal at Fairbanks Middle School, Morenci. He was dedicated to each student, parent, and teacher. Everyone at school was important to Kelly, from assistants to administrators, custodians to counselors.
Kellly was preceded in death by: his father, Charlie Monroe Hadden; and beloved nephew, Christopher Hadden Carr.
Kelly is survived by: wife, Dayna Ober Hadden; two daughters, Alladene Grace, Joanna Lynn; and son, Jeremiah Paul of Tucson.
He is also survived by: mother, Nancy Hadden of Vail; sister, Marcella and husband Philip James of Phoenix; an uncle, Ellis and aunt Louise Anderson of Sand Springs, Oklahoma. Kelly leaves behind his beloved nephews Charles and Calen Carr, two great nieces, additional extended family, and countless dear friends and colleagues.
A memorial service and celebration of life will be conducted Saturday, July 29, 2023, at 12:00 p.m., at Christ Community Church located at 530 S. Pantano Road Tucson, Arizona 85710.
The service will be officiated by Chase Hildenbrand of Christ Community Church and Mike Wright of Sonoita Bible Church, with reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Lion’s Club-Morenci Chapter, Samaritan’s Purse, or Gideons International in Kelly’s honor
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Kiki Ngo and family
July 21, 2023
Our deepest condolences to you Dayna and family. Mr. Hadden was my older children´ s chemistry teacher at Cienega. They have always adored and have such high regards for Mr. Hadden. I had served CATFRAT under his leadership. He was a kind and caring man. He was so supportive when we were facing difficulties. We pray for comfort and peace for your family. Kelly will always be in our hearts.
Mai
July 21, 2023
I send my condolences to Mr. Hadden´s family. Thank you for sharing him with us. He was my chemistry teacher while I was in high school almost 20 years ago. He was kind and always very supportive. I couldn´t have gotten to where I am today without him. Thank you Mr. Hadden for being my teacher those many years ago. To Ms. Hadden and family: I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray that God gives you peace and comfort during this time of grieving.
Joyce and Dave
July 7, 2023
Our sincere sympathies Dayna to you and your family.
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Amie Savage
July 3, 2023
The passing of Mr. Hadden so saddens us. He was a very kind person and a student-first administrator. Sending my deepest condolences to the Hadden family.
Precilia
July 1, 2023
My deepest condolences to you, Dayna and to the kids. I am so saddened on hearing this! He was an amazing man with a huge heart.
Prayers to the all of you.
Eric Tatham
June 29, 2023
I am so very sad . . . Kelly Hadden was one of the kindest administrators I have ever worked with and such a great friend. He treated all teachers, students, and parents in his charge with respect and dignity. I was personally present with him for many difficult situations and he had a knack for giving grace. He was so excited to be selected as principal in Morenci! Rightly ordered, Kelly loved his family most. He spoke so highly of his wife and children and also his love for God. I will miss this wonderful man . . . Thank you for our friendship Brother . . . praying for your family
Nanette Meckler
June 29, 2023
I knew him at Vail HS. He always talked to the special Ed students and all other students. He enjoyed the students. He talked about his children often. My prayers are with the family and he will be missed.
Teresa Vanegas
June 28, 2023
Condolences to his family!
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