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Obituary: Cloie Belle Kelley, Beloved Cullman Resident

Funeral Service Information

The funeral service for Cloie Belle Kelley, age 89, of Cullman, will be held on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. and interment will follow at Friendship Methodist Cemetery.

Family and Community Legacy

Cloie Belle, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was born on October 9, 1934, to William Washington Pirkle and Lilly Belle Johnson Pirkle. Her life’s journey ended peacefully on Sunday, July 7, 2024.

She dedicated her life to her family, raising three children with love and devotion. Her sons, Tim Kelley (Sindy) and Terry Kelley, and daughters, Sharon Humphries (Steve) and Melissa Purser (Dave), will cherish her memory forever.

Cloie left an imprint on the Cullman community through her unwavering support for Friendship Methodist Church. She actively participated in church activities and was a source of inspiration for many.

Expressions of Love and Gratitude

Cloie’s legacy will live on through her grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Kelli Powell (Mark), Kristi Witcher (Steven), Heath “Bubba” Harbison (Chanda), Julie Welborn (John), Kaitlyn Aguirre (Andy), Terri Lynn Kelley, and Shaton Kelley. Her 17 great-grandchildren brought immeasurable joy to her life.

Pallbearers will be her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren, a testament to the enduring bond they shared with their grandmother.

The family expresses their heartfelt gratitude to the caring staff at Woodland Nursing Home, who provided Cloie with compassionate care during her final days.

A Life Filled with Passion

Beyond her family and community involvements, Cloie had a zest for life and pursued her passions with enthusiasm. Her love for farming and selling produce at the farmer’s market brought her great satisfaction.

She treasured every moment spent with her loved ones, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Their laughter and smiles filled her life with immeasurable joy.

As an ardent Alabama football fan and dedicated Atlanta Braves baseball enthusiast, Cloie’s competitive spirit shone through.

Memories That Will Last a Lifetime

Cloie Belle Kelley will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her exceptional cooking skills, particularly her homemade biscuits and gravy, will linger in the hearts of her family and friends.

Her legacy of love, compassion, and unwavering faith will continue to inspire those who remember her. May her memory be a constant source of comfort and joy.

To honor Cloie’s life and express condolences to her family, please visit www.cullmanfuneralhome.com to sign the online guestbook.

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