Mark Kelly

Mark Kelly, 65, of Mint Hill, NC passed away on December 27, 2022, surrounded by his family after a long struggle with kidney disease. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday January 2, 2023 at Idlewild Baptist Church with Rev. Gary Marshall officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Idlewild Baptist Church, 12701 Idlewild Rd. Matthews, NC 28105. Mark is survived by his devoted wife of 38 years, Chris (Baker); daughters Lauren (Josh), Meredith, and Caitlin; grandchildren Wyatt, Eden, Lilah, and Hudson; sister Cindy Marshall (Gary), and brothers Tim Kelly (Sonya) and Hiep Quach (Rose). He was preceded in death by his parents Paul and Lucille Kelly and in-laws Heath and Betty Baker. Mark was a proud graduate of the University of Tennessee and was a lifelong Vols fan (much to the dismay of his Alabama loving son-in-law). Rocky Top will forever be his personal anthem. Mark had a long career in the textile industry and was a financial advisor for a number of years. He was a great leader and motivator, although his dedication at work was driven by the desire to take care of what was most important to him, his family. Mark, affectionately called “Sir” by his grandchildren, who meant the world to him, spent much of his last years pouring into the relationships with them and his children. The bonds he built in his family created a firm foundation that will be felt for generations. Mark’s fondest memories, when recounted, involved his family, the mountains, smoking barbecue, a good cigar, and a sip of whiskey. He never took these simple pleasures for granted when shared with those he loved most. Special thanks to the family of Marlon Helms for their selfless gift which gave Mark and his family 8 more years together. God used willing hearts to perform a miracle we will never forget. Memorials may be made LifeShare Carolinas at Atrium Health Foundation, 208 East Blvd. Charlotte, NC, 28203. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.barronfuneralhome.com