of Mountain Home, AR

January 17, 2022

Melanie Cheryl Kelly of Mountain Home, Arkansas, passed away January 17, 2022, at home surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas on December 28, 1962, to Vernon and Maxine Garner. In 1981 she married her husband, Kyle Kelly, of 40 years.

Melanie spent most of her life being a stay at home mom and wife, a role in which she loved. Later she earned her Master's Degree in teaching. She spent her career teaching at the Bruno Pyatt, Viola, and Mountain Home public schools. Melanie enjoyed family above everything. She also enjoyed camping, fishing and dedicating her life to her faith. She was a member of the College and North Church of Christ.

She is survived by her parents: Vernon and Maxine Garner; husband, Kyle Kelly; two sons: Matthew and Daniel (Tasha) Kelly; grandson, Lane Kelly; brothers: Brian (Tonya) Garner and Brandon (Jennifer) Garner; mother-in-law, Margaret Kelly; sister-in-law, Dianne Kelly, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Her three favorite words were CHERISH, HOPE, and FAITH. Her Faith was a constant that never wavered. Melanie's big heart and kind soul shimmered SO bright and it reflected upon anyone in her presence.

All services are private. Arrangements are by Roller Funeral Home.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller Funeral Home
Highway 5 North
Mountain Home, AR  72654
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com