Arthur Kelly, Sr

Arthur Kelly, affectionately known as Pops departed this life peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 4, 2010. Loving husband of the late Ellen Henry Kelly. Devoted father of Adelein Brown, Alice Rollins, Barbara James, Shelia Moore, Sarahlynn Darensburg, Arthur Kelly, Jr., Clyde Kelly, Kevin Kelly and the late Mervin and Warren Kelly. Son of the late Arthur and Mary Kelly. Brother of the late Clyde, Warren and Clara Kelly. Father in-law of Leonce Brown, Bruce Rollins, Pastor Stanley Moore, Byron Darensburg, Delores Kelly, Rose Kelly, Sandra Kelly and the late Joseph James and Gwendolyn Kelly. Brother-in-law of John Henry, Earl Henry and Marion Varnado. Special uncle of Bishop Jerry Henry; also survived by 41 grandchildren, 104 great-grandchildren, 14 great- great- grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Although, he lost his sight to glaucoma many years ago, this did not stop him from leading a productive life full of family, friends, and lots of laughter. Age: 100 years old a native of Mississippi and a resident of Gretna, La. for most of his life. Relatives and friends of the family also, pastors, officers, and members of Good Hope Baptist Church, First Free Mission Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to a Celebration of his Life at Good Hope Baptist Church, 2028 Weyer St., Gretna, La. on Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 10:00a.m Pastor Eddie Cross, III-officiating Visitation will begin at 8:30a.m until service time. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. To view and sign the guest book, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com