Robert Kelley Obituary
Robert John Kelley, 73, longtime Superior resident, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025. He was born in St. Paul, MN, on March 24, 1952, the son of Thomas and Marie (Salzl) Kelley.
Robert is survived by his wife of 40 years, Edith (Coro) Kelley; daughters Ana Conway and Kathy Kelley; grandchildren Desmond Conway and Ethel Makus; brothers Dave (Lois) Kelley and Bruce (Loraine) Kelley; sisters Jane Garitty, Karen Kelley, and Sue (Rob) Darveaux.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Celebration of Life for Robert will held from 1:00 – 4:00 PM on October 4, 2025 at Barkers Island Inn, 300 Marina Drive in Superior.
The Downs-LeSage Funeral Home, 1304 Hammond Avenue in Superior, is assisting the family with arrangements. To leave a condolence or sign the guestbook, please visit www.downs-lesage.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1304 Hammond Avenue, Superior, WI 54880
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