Ronald was born in Fitzgerald, GA to the late Charles Owen Kelley and Lillian Mozelle Ryals Kelley.
Ronald attended Noth Georgia College and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science. He proudly served his country in the United States Marines Corps and served in the Vietnam War. During his service, he was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal with the Combat V, The Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross, The Vietnam Service Medal with 2 stars and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with the Combat Action Ribbon. He was discharged as a First Lieutenant.
After his military service, he was employed with GMAC and retired as a Senior Finance Credit Manager. In his retirement, he enjoyed farming, traveling and golfing.
He is survived by his wife, Carol J Kelley and brother, Richard Daniel Kelley.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 11:30 AM in the Chapel of First United Methodist Church of LaGrange, GA. Ronald will be laid to rest in First United Methodist Church Columbarium, LaGrange, Georgia.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Foundation or Poplar Creek Senior Living in LaGrange, Ga.
Those wishing to share a condolence or remembrance with the family may do so by visiting www.shlagrange.com.
Arrangements are by Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, 1010 Mooty Bridge Road, LaGrange, GA 30240 (706) 884-8636
