Remembering Matthew Bryan Kelley

We grieve and we give thanks for the life and ministry of Matthew Bryan Kelley.  He died on Monday, February 5, 2024.

The funeral will be at MLLC on Friday, February 16, 2024, at 10 a.m.  Burial will be at the Carmine City Cemetery following the service.  A memorial luncheon will be back at the church following the committal service.  All are welcome at all events.

Information about memorial contributions is on this page after the obituary.  Please consider supporting this organization with monetary gifts in memory of Sonny.

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THE OBITUARY

Matthew Bryan Kelley

February 26, 1981 – February 5, 2024

 

Matthew Bryan Kelley was born February 26, 1981, in Cheverly, Maryland to parents Timothy and Teresa Wright Kelley. He was baptized December 27, 1981, at Sydenstricker United Methodist Church in Springfield, Virginia by the Rev. Martin. In 6th grade, he was confirmed at First United Methodist Church in Rockwall, Texas.

Matt received the Eagle Scout Award in Boy Scouts, played soccer and baseball in his youth, and basketball for Rockwall High School. He played saxophone in band and won in state competition.

Matthew proudly served his country in the United State Air Force from 2000 to 2004 in the Medical Operations Squadron as a Physical Therapy Journeyman, helping wounded veterans with their severe injuries. It was rewarding to see them walk again.

He attended Auburn University while stationed in Alabama and graduated from Texas State University in San Marcos, where he met his wife.

On July 10, 2010, Matt was united in marriage with Christy Eilers at Martin Luther Lutheran Church in Carmine, Texas by the Rev. Paul Bohot.

Matt worked in physical therapy for both children and in nursing homes. He was a Program Director of Rehabilitation for 12 years.

Matthew’s priority was his family which he loved deeply. His witty sense of humor and contagious laugh ensured he never met a stranger.

Matthew shared his musical talents for various special worship services at Martin Luther Lutheran Church over the years.

He entered his heavenly home on February 5, 2024, at his home in Spring surrounded by family at the age of 42 after a battle with Cholangiocarcinoma.

Matthew is preceded in death by his grandparents Weldon Wright, Norman & June Kelley, grandparents-in-law Barney & Joyce Eilers and Roger & LeVerne Hinze.

He is survived by his wife, Christy Kelley; children Seth Wade (12), Luke Timothy (7), and Ava Ann (5) Kelley of Spring; parents Teresa & Timothy Kelley of Rockwall; grandmother Catherine Wright of Lorton, Virginia; brother and sister-in-law Kevin & Nina Kelley of Murphy; sister and brother-in-law Michelle & Chase Uvodich of Lake Forest, California; parents-in-law Wade & Nancy Eilers of Carmine; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Clint & Stacy Eilers of Shelby; nieces and nephews Kate, Jill, and Tess Eilers, and Lillian and Grayson Kelley.

Memorials are suggested to:

Martin Luther Lutheran Church Sunday School

PO Box 362

Carmine, TX 78932

979-278-3388

mluther@industryinet.com

Online Giving Web Site:  https://mllccarmine.com/online-giving/

After going to the secure giving link, use the line “Memorial Gifts” for you gift designation. Remember to note, “Matt Kelley” on the memo line, so the gift will be passed along to the right committee.

or charity of your choice.