Rudolph Samuel Kelly Sr.
Rudolph Samuel Kelly Sr.
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An ambitious and adventurous spirit, Rudolph left Jamaica at age 18 to seek opportunities in Freeport, Bahamas. Despite a workplace accident that resulted in the loss of two fingers, he persevered in his craft before migrating to the United States in the early 1970s. After working for the Churchill family and earning his certification from Lincoln Technical Institute, Rudolph built a prestigious career. He was highly sought after by a clientele of doctors and lawyers, serving with distinction at Wilson Pontiac, Metro Trucking & Leasing, and Amaco Gas Station, among others. He was honored with a plaque for 27 years of service at a Chevrolet dealership and eventually retired from CHI Centers in Silver Spring, Maryland, where he repaired buses for special needs children.
After living in the District of Columbia and Maryland for over 40 years, Rudolph and his wife Yvonne relocated to Kissimmee, Florida, in 2015. In retirement, he enjoyed a life of leisure, filled with listening to music from his extensive record collection, family cookouts, and games of dominoes.
Rudolph is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Yvonne Kelly; his children, Angela Kelly, Donovan Kelly, and Rudolph Kelly Jr.; stepchildren Kayon Graham, Terry-Ann Barrett-Goulbourne, and Nicola Barrett; siblings David Kelly, Marcia Kelly, and Marilyn Kelly; and five cherished grandchildren: Ezekiel Kelly, Elaya Kelly, Emmanuel Kelly, Chelsea Graham, and Maxie McGregor. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Sylvester Kelly.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, January 5, 2026, at the Conrad & Thompson Funeral Home, 511 Emmett Street, Kissimmee, Florida. A funeral service will follow at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at the Roger C. Thompson Memorial Chapel. Interment to follow at Rose Hill Cemetery, 1615 Old Boggy Creek Rd, Kissimmee, FL 34744.
The Kelly family is being cared for by CONRAD& THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME, 511 EMMETT STREET, KISSIMMEE, FLORIDA 34741 (407)847-3188
511 Emmett Street, Kissimmee, FL 34741
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