Theodore Richard Kelley was born on December 8, 1941 along with his twin sister Thelma in their family’s home in Monroe County, Indiana to Vernie and Maysie Kelley. He grew up in Harrodsburg, Indiana with his three siblings.
Ted graduated from Smithville High School and later on went on to graduate from Indiana University. He married his wife Jean Breeden in December of 1963 and they spent almost all of their 52 years together in Indianapolis where they raised their three children. He worked for RCA/Thompson for 30 years.
He enjoyed traveling, golfing, hunting, and hiking, but most of all he enjoyed his time with his family and will be greatly missed.
Ted is preceded in death by his parents, Vernie and Maysie; his older brother, John Kelley and nephew, Jeff Kelley.
He is survived by his wife, Jean; children, Kevin Kelley, Kim (Jim) Hardie, Kris Kelley; grandchildren, Alisha (Michael) McQueen, Alexi, Brayden, Victoria; great grandchildren, Brianna, Brody, Corbin; brother, Bill (Anne) Kelley; sister,Thelma Jefferies; sister in law, Rhea Dawn Kelley; and several beloved nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Horizon Christian Fellowship, 7702 Indian Lake Road, Indianapolis, IN 46236 with visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will immediately follow at Clover Hill Cemetery, Harrodsburg, IN.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations in Ted’s name go to…
The Fletcher Place, www.charity@fletcherplacecc.or or mail to P.O. Box 825 Indianapolis, IN 46206
American Heart Association, www.heart.org or mail to 6500 Technology Center Drive #100, Indianapolis, IN 46077
St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org or mail to 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105
Joan Bennett says
So sorry for your loss . Very nice man. Know he will be miss so much by his sweet family.
The Schaffers says
I am so shocked and sorry for your loss. This guy was not just a great man, but father and grandfather. I had the distinct honor when I was younger of watching him love his girls, so much. He will be so missed.
Robin Maroska says
I had the privilege of working for Ted at RCA/Thomson Electronics as his Administrative Assistant. He was an amazing boss with a big heart, love for family and great laugh. I’m so sorry for your loss of such a great man but memories of him will live on forever. God Bless
Beth Weishaar (GNC) says
Jean – my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I hope the love and support of family and friends will bring some comfort in this difficult time. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeff Michels says
Jean – I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.