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Robert Kelley Obituary

Robert A. Kelley, 52, of Canonsburg, died Tuesday, July 1, 2025. He was born August 30, 1972, in Washington, a son of the late Robert A. Walker and Marguerite Jane Kelley. Rob was a graduate of Canon-McMillan High School. He attended the Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology for Masonry. Mr. Kelley was a self-employed home remodeler and had formerly worked for Golden Living Nursing Home and Don's Appliances. He enjoyed playing the slots at the casino, playing poker with friends, bowling and softball. Rob's passion was cooking and grilling and sharing his meals with the entire neighborhood. Surviving are two daughters, Roshanda Kelley of Orlando, Fla., and Cierra Kelley of Bentleyville; two grandchildren, Nyla Beadle and Jayden Bell; two sisters, Lisa Kelley of Pittsburgh and Josephine Walker of California; two brothers, Daryl Kelley (Denise) of Washington and William Kelley of Strabane; his companion, Patricia Signorini of Canonsburg; two stepsons, Andrew Bashur and Kamori Sadler, both of Canonsburg; a stepdaughter, Danesha Glendenning (Kenny) of Canonsburg; four stepgrandchildren, Christian, Zyan, Zyonna and Jazere; Carl "Skip" and Linda DiSibio, who were like parents; many nieces and nephews; and his dog, Bugsby. Deceased are a sister, Shannon Bennett; and his godson, Jayden Anderson. Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m., the time of service, Wednesday, July 9, in the McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd., 27 Cherry Avenue, Houston, PA 15342. Condolences may be left for the family by viewing the obituary at www.mcilvaine-speakman.com

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Published by Observer-Reporter from Jul. 7 to Jul. 8, 2025.

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Michelle Knight

July 9, 2025

I'm so incredibly sorry to learn of Robert's passing. As I was unable to attend the funeral, he is not forgotten! Love and prayers to Robert's family!

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