Mary Kelly

Mary was born on November 24, 1947 in Norway, SC. She was the eldest of four children. Mary was predeceased by her parents Ernest and Carolyn Smith, sister Ruth, grandson Christian Kelly, and granddaughter Jordan. She is survived by her husband, Bruce C. Kelly of Columbia, SC; son, Jason Kelly (Alicia) of Charleston, SC; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Susan Watkins (Mark) of Houston, Texas; brother-in-law, Jim Kelly of Columbia, SC; and a host of nephews and nieces.

Mary received her education at Norway High School in Norway, SC, a Bachelor’s degree from Columbia College in Columbia, SC and her Master’s degree from the University of South Carolina. She retired from DHEC after 40 years of service. Mary loved the Lord in which she worshipped at The Church of Cross in Columbia, SC. Mary loved people, walking, and most of all, her fur babies.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 10, 2024 at The Church of the Cross, Columbia, SC. Burial will be held at 12:00 noon Tuesday, May 14, 2024 in Fort Jackson National Cemetery.