Kenneth "Kenny" Kelly

Kenneth “Kenny” Kelly, 73, of Rogers, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on February 17, 2024. He will be greatly missed by his wife, Brenda Wilson Kelly, daughters, Amanda Musick and Monica Wilson-Ballard both of Bentonville, Arkansas; five grandchildren, Madison Beeler, Landon Beeler, Brendan Spickes, Noah Ballard, Hannah Musick and Gabby Musick; and the many friends he made over the years. Kenny was born in Houston, Texas, to John and Syliva Kelly. Kenny graduated from Siloam Springs High School in 1969. He played baseball as a pitcher and was a linebacker in football. He often joked that his beloved Panthers only won one football game despite the team’s best efforts. After high school, he joined the Marines and was stationed in Norfolk, Virginia, and Okinawa, Japan. He served as a court reporter and earned his sharpshooter designation. He taught himself how to play the guitar and played in various bands beginning in high school and throughout his adult life. He loved country music. Kenny was always full of surprises. He once brought home a pet spider monkey that would jump on the light fixtures and curtains. He was a lover of animals, especially dogs. He enjoyed playing golf, being an auctioneer, writing a few songs, participating in chili cookoffs, and fishing. He had a boat he named the SS Minnow Bucket. He would take his daughter, Mandy, fishing as she was the only one that would get in the rundown boat with him. He had an array of jobs over the years: painter, dental lab assistant, safety educator at Daisy BB Guns, dental supplies and equipment sales, working for Wal-Mart, small engine repair, and retired from Rogers Schools Maintenance Department. During his time in the dental lab, he made the first real pair of “Bubba Teeth.” This got many laughs from friends and family alike. Since his early thirties, Kenny could be easily spotted in his everyday overalls even on the golf course. Kenny was loyal and a friend for life. He was kind, compassionate, generous, and incredibly intelligent with a dry quick wit. He loved his family and friends greatly. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Steve Kelly, and grandchild, Kenlynn Grace Morgan. A celebration of life will be planned in the coming weeks; notice will be sent via social media. Should you feel inclined to donate in his honor, please contribute to the Humane Society for Animal in Rogers on 405 E Nursery Road. If you would like to sign the guestbook, please visit: www.wassonfuneralhome.com

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Kenneth "Kenny" Kelly

December 7, 1950 - February 25, 2024