Edward Martin Kelly Sr. was born in Sault Ste. Marie, MI on September 12, 1939, to John and Lavina. He passed away peacefully at home on April 22, 2023.

He was married to the love of his life Lois (Belperio) for 63 years and had three children: Edith, Edward Jr. and Valorie. He retired from Ogemaw County Road Commission after 23 and a half years and was previously Died April 22, 2023

employed by Hodges as a service manager. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, a glass of Paisano wine and a good cigar (not all at once though). He was one of the kindest people you would ever meet; he was one to talk to any and everyone. He will be missed by many.

Edward leaves behind his wife Lois, daughter Valorie, son Eddie (Marcos), sister-in-law Elinor, brother-in-law Bobby Baker, grandchildren Allyson Irelan and Ryan Schalau (Taylor) and great-grandson Rylin, along with nieces, nephews and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Edie, brothers Owen, John, Leslie, Tony, Alphonse and sister Lavina, sister-in-law Diane Baker and brother-in-law Carmine Belperio.