James Clifton Kelly, Sr.

July 14, 1928 - December 19, 2014

James Clifton Kelly, Sr., 86, a Lee County resident for the last 84 years, formerly of Geneva, AL, passed away Friday, December 19, 2014 in Cape Coral. He was born July 14, 1928 in Geneva, AL to Daniel Douglas Kelly Sr. and Essie Mae (Brookins) Kelly, now deceased.

James will be remembered by his family for enjoying the outdoors and family get-togethers. “Kelly” a.k.a. “The Mayor of the Mall”, will be regarded for his gift-of-gab and people-watching skills at the Edison Mall’s food court for over 35 years.

James was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie E. Kelly, and son, James C. Kelly Jr. He is survived by his children, Clifton, Dawn, Barbara and Kimberly; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; as well as several brothers and sisters.

Memorial contributions in memory of James C. Kelly, Sr. are suggested to Hope Hospice, 9740 Healtpark Cir, Ft. Myers, FL 33908 or Friends of the Everglades.

Mullins Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cape Coral, is entrusted with final care.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 23, 2014 between the hours of 2:00-5:00PM with a 3:00PM funeral service at Mullins Memorial Funeral Home, 3654 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers, 33916.

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