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Roger Kelley Obituary
Roger D. Kelley,
age 80, of New Castle, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025. Son of the late Judy and Lula (Payton) Kelley, he was preceded in death by a sister, Glenda Joyce Kays, brothers, Jimmy Kelley, Judy Kelley, Jr., Wayne Sutherland, and his stepfather, Albert Sutherland. Roger liked to fish and loved UK basketball.
Survived by:
Daughter: Robin Dale McLaughlin
Son: Roger Wayne Kelley
Several Nieces and Nephews
Graveside Service: 1 PM on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the New Castle Cemetery Pavilion. Officiated by Bro. Shawn Golden.
Burial: New Castle Cemetery
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425 N Main St P.O. Box 205, New Castle, KY 40050
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Upcoming Events
Oct
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Burial
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
New Castle Cemetery Pavilion
947 N Main St., New Castle, KY 40050
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New Castle Cemetery Pavilion
New Castle Cemetery Road, New Castle, KY 40050
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Prewitt Funeral Home - New CastleOnly 11 hours left for delivery to next service.