Ralph William Kelley, 93, of Gore, VA passed away on Saturday, December 12, 2020 at his residence under the care of Blue Ridge Hospice; wife, Carol; and daughter, Sharon.

Ralph was a proud and dedicated U.S. Army officer retiring as a Lt. Col. As a civilian, he was employed as a Financial Analyst with the federal government.

He was an avid football fan especially his Alma mater, Boston College, and Washington Football Team. He enjoyed reading non-fiction, particularly economics, mathematics, and science. But what he enjoyed most was spending time with his family and friends.

Born on September 21, 1927 in Waltham, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Thomas Joseph and Helen T. (McCluskey) Kelley.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Elaine R. (Schaperow) Kelley and 2 brothers, Thomas Kelly and Francis Kelley.

He is survived by his wife, Carol Elizabeth Spafford Kelley; son, Charles Michael Kelley of Greenbelt, MD; 2 daughters, Sharon Kelley DiGioia (husband Bobby) of Oakland, MD and Robin Kelley Cooper (husband Michael) of Arlington; VA; step-son, Jason Edward Kooken of San Leandro, CA; brother, John R. Kelly of Maynard, MA; 8 grandchildren; and his beloved dog, Karli.

Services will be held Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Winchester, VA on Friday, August 6, 2021 at 11:00 A.M.

In lieu of flowers, please consider giving a memorial donation to Blue Ridge Hospice of Winchester VA or Catholic Charities.

All arrangements are being handled by McKee Funeral Home, Augusta, WV.