Mr. David Kelly, Jr. peacefully transitioned on May 11, 2025, at his residence with his loving family by his side.  

The family will receive friends at 644 Westside Ave., Darlington, SC 29532, and 425 Raccoon Dr., Darlington, SC 29532.

Celebration of life will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, May 18, 2025 at Cherry Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 552 E. Billy Farrow Highway, Darlington, SC 29532. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. 

Public viewing will be 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the funeral home.

A Profile Of Life 

Mr. David Kelly, Jr. was born on November 17, 1960, to the late David Kelly, Sr. and Rosetta V. Kelly. On May 11, 2025, he peacefully transitioned from this life at his home, surrounded by his devoted family.

David was educated in the Darlington County Public School System and proudly graduated from St. Johns High School in 1979.

Following high school, David pursued a career in the trucking industry, working diligently as a diesel mechanic.

He will be lovingly remembered by his devoted wife, Dianne B. Kelly; his sons, Markis Kelly, Eric (Ashley) Kelly, and Kenlarris Kelly; daughters, Niosha Kelly and Cora Brown; bonus sons, Montreal Sparks and Freddie Evans; bonus daughters, Arthurine Bruce and Latasha Washington. He also leaves ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren who brought him joy.

David is also survived by his brother, Charles Martin; sister, Patricia Gattison; uncle, Ike Kelly; aunt, Maggie Cohen; three brothers-in-law; two sisters-in-law; a dear cousin, Doretha Zimmerman; and his best friend, Johnny English. He is fondly remembered by a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

David's legacy of love, hard work, and dedication will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Please keep his wife and the entire Kelly family in your thoughts and prayers.