Charles 'JR' Neil Kelley

Charles ‘JR’ Neil Kelley

Charles ‘JR’ Neil Kelley

Passed away peacefully at home on June 5, 2019 and went to be with his Lord Jesus.

Charles, better known as ‘JR’, was born in Nebraska on April 17, 1948 and raised in the state of Washington. At the age of 21, JR joined the U.S. Army and served his country bravely in Vietnam. His numerous medals included the Bronze Star with ‘V’ Device for valor. JR’s passion was fishing and he spent many days on the ‘Little Sue’ river chasing after the big ones! JR was a true patriot and loved his country dearly. He will be remembered as a kind and humble man who enjoyed a good joke and a cold beverage. JR will be missed but never forgotten and Lovingly remembered by his brothers and sisters of Amvets Post #9, American Legion Post #15, VFW Post #9365 along with the MAT-SU Valley community.

There will be a celebration of life at Amvets Post #9 in Wasilla on Friday, June 14th beginning at 1pm till? Potluck welcomed.