Mrs. Kelly was born on December 10, 1960 in Fort Benning, Georgia and lived the early years of her life in Columbus. “Gigi” as her grandchildren called her, was a very Patriotic American and was a proud supporter of her husband’s military career. Not only was Gigi a strong-willed natural leader, she was very generous, nurturing, and loving. One of her passions was travel which satisfied her exploring nature. She enjoyed making meticulous plans for the adventures she would take with her family.
Gigi loved the beach, mountains, and the desert southwest, but her true happy place was in a beach chair watching a sunset. Adventurous and fearless, she wasn’t afraid to try anything new like places or foods. Also a huge music fan, she loved every kind of music, from Bach to U2. The most important thing to know about Gigi is she adored her family and will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Mrs. Kelly was preceded in death by her daughter, Christina Suzanne Kelly and her parents, Luther J. Spivey and Margaret Pauline Williams.
She is survived by her husband, LTC (Ret.) Kevin Kelly; her daughter, Catherine “Cat” (Branham) Daniels; grandchildren, Cameron Alexander Daniels and Bryce Carter Daniels; brothers, Dwayne (Marlena) Spivey and Lee (Kim) Spivey; sisters, Janet Evelyn Spivey and Julie Kay (John) Wingate; and 3 nephews, Brandon Lee Spivey, Sean Michael Kelly and Jesse Spivey.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at 11 am in Edgewood Hall of Striffler–Hamby Mortuary in her hometown of Columbus, GA. In lieu of flowers, those so desiring may contribute to the American Cancer Society in honor of Faye Spivey Kelly. Fond memories and condolences may be left for the Kelly family at www.shcolumbus.com.
