Janis English Kelly

Janis English Kelly, 82, of Blakely passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at Early County Medical Center. Mrs. Janis was born in Blakely and spent her entire life here, raising a family and contributing to our community. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie Joe and Jeanette Elliott English, brother, Charles English, and wife Merlene, also her husband of 56 years, James “Ed” Kelly. She was a secretary for Superior Sales, a local company her and Mr Ed ran for many years. She was also a member of The First Methodist Church, Blakely. Mrs. Janis is survived by Daughter, Jamie Kelly Chapman (Wesley) of Dothan, Son, James Mark Kelly (Marie) also of Dothan. Grandchildren, Wes Chapman (Krysti), Ryles Chapman (Chelsie), Matt Chapman (Jillian), and Mary Katherine Chapman (fiancé Colton Carpenter). Great-Grandchildren, Maddie, Saylor, Sawyer, Beau, and Scout. Memorial Services for Mrs. Janis Kelly and Mr. Ed Kelly will be held on at 11:00 AM Monday, July 8, 2024 in the Chapel of Manry-Jordan-Hodges Funeral Home with Pastor Tucker Lewis officiating. In Lieu of Flowers, the family asked that friends support a cause dear to the heart of Mrs. Janis, First Methodist Church Clothes Closet, mail donations in honor to 397 College Street, Blakely, GA 39823. Manry-Jordan-Hodges Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.