Betty Murphy Kelley

Betty Murphy Kelley, 97, of Jacksonville, FL, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 30, 1927, in Atlanta, GA, to Lottie Ruth and Jasper Byrd Murphy.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Grady; her parents; and her brothers, Charles and Harry. She is survived by her children: David Kelley (Kathy), Johnny Kelley, Bonnie Harris (Shannon), and Lynn Kelley; her grandchildren: Bonnie Marie Brogle (John), Meghan Dunn (Jack), John Wesley Kelley, Erin Orlando (Geo), and CJ Hurst (Ariana); and her great-grandchildren: Harper, Tripp, Logan, William, and Riley; as well as many other beloved family members, all of whom brought her endless joy.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Kathy Davis and Margie Brogle — dear friends and compassionate helpers who offered faithful support and care over the past several years.

Betty retired from AT&T after many years of dedicated service. She built lasting friendships during her career and continued to meet regularly with many of her former colleagues who remained dear to her throughout her life.

She was a faithful steward of her church, Peace Presbyterian, for over 50 years where she served as an elder. Betty shared close, enduring friendships within her church community, and those relationships brought her great strength and joy.

Her relationship with God and love for her family was the heart of who she was. Her legacy of strength, love, and unwavering faith will live on in her family for generations to come.

A memorial service will be held Friday, July 11, 2025 at Hardage-Giddens Chapel Hills funeral home (850 St John’s Bluff Road N, Jacksonville, FL 32225). The family will hold a visitation hour beginning at 1:30pm, and a memorial service at 2:30pm.