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Francis Kelley Obituary

Francis Clinton (Clint) Kelley SCPO USN (ret) passed away September 28, 2021. He is survived by his devoted wife Eleanor; daughter Megan and her partner, Michael Hill; and 3 grandchildren, Hasaan, Toray and Destiny. Clint was born and grew up in Illinois and traveled extensively throughout the world, first as a military man and then as a private defense contractor and as a tourist with his wife El. In his post military career Clint became a respected and sought after information and cyber security professional. Clint was a long term member of Bayside Kiwanis and member of Fleet Reserve. He loved Jimmy Buffet music, boating, golfing, a martini at sunset and a good scotch in the evenings. Over the course of his life,

he owned several sail and power boats and was a licensed boat captain. He leaves behind a legacy of love for his family, devotion to duty, a successful professional life, many friends and will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him. A Memorial service will be held on Saturday October 30 at 4pm at the Sturtevant Funeral Home Chapel located at 5201 Portsmouth Blvd. Portsmouth. www.SturtevantFH.com

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 10, 2021.

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Ruby Arredondo

October 12, 2021

El,
We were heartbroken to hear of Clint's passing. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family. Hold on to all your wonderful memories of your life together. Don't hesitate to contact us if you need anything. Love you. Ruby & Dan

Dan and Ruby

October 12, 2021

El, Megan and family,

Ruby and I are heartbroken to hear of Clint's loss

I am reminded of a poem shared from a dear friend when Dad was taken suddenly...

"Blesssed be the youth,
It flies away without fail,
he who wants to be happy,
Let him be...
For, there is no Certainty about tomorrow. "

Clint was always about living to the edge and enjoying the simple pleasures of his family, the water, and friends.

We will miss him greatly and are there for you and your family. Let us remember his affinity for the Cock Island Race and everything Elizabeth River.

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