Benjamin Francis Kelley, 77, of Fruitland, Idaho passed away on December 12, 2024 surrounded by family at the Boise, Idaho VA Medical Center.
Benjamin was born on December 21, 1946 in Alexander, New York to Benjamin and Patricia (Johnson) Kelley.
He married Catherine, the love of his life in 1968, who survives him. They were devoted partnersin every sense, always loving and supporting each other in all aspects of life.
He is also survived by daughter Kimberly Uhler and husband Mitchell, son Aaron Kelley and wife Iryna, his grandchildren Amy Harper and husband Corey, Katie Kennedy and husband Patrick, Emma Engebrecht and husband Travis, Beth Cooper and Sasha Kelley.
He is survived as well by his great-grandchildren Everett and Kelly Kennedy, Charlotte and Andie Harper, and Aubree Engebrecht.
Benjamin was a gentle, hardworking and devoted family man, who loved God and his family above all else. May he forever rest in peace.
To honor Benjamin’s memory, a celebration of life ceremony will take place in the summer of 2025.
Your memories and condolences may be shared with Benjamin’s family at www.bowmanfuneral.com