KELLY, John F. (Jack) - age 64, was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and grew up in Akron, Ohio. He graduated from The University of Akron. Jack moved to Nashville, TN in 1992 with Bridgestone-Firestone Tire and Rubber Company and retired in 2002 after nearly 37 years of service. Jack is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Barbara Zachardy Kelly and their faithful companions Gizmo and Maggie. He was preceded in death by his father, John Kelly, Sr., mother Allene Marie Alexander Kelly, and Brother Mark Kelly. Jack will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. A memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 2011 in Brentwood’s Chapel with Elizabeth Knowles-Bagwell officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Brightstone, P.O. Box 682966 Franklin, TN 37068 or Alive Hospice, 1710 Patterson St. Nashville, TN 37203. Visitation will be held Saturday from 11-1 p.m. prior to the service at Brentwood-Roesch-Patton Funeral Home (615)373-3040.
