Fred Wayne Kelly, 83, of Baxter went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born on November 17, 1942 in Jenkins, KY to the late Arnold Jones Kelly and Maddie Day Kelly. He was a retired coal miner and believed in the Church of Christ faith.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Shirley Helton Kelly and nine brothers and sisters.

Fred is survived by his wife, Tannie Smith Kelly, Baxter; his children, Kristie Nolan and husband, Randy, Rio Vista; and David Blanton and wife, Misty, Dayhoit. Also surviving are six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

The family wants to give a special thank you to Pastor Chris Wheeler and Doug Herren.

No services are planned at this time.

Loyall Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Fred Wayne Kelly.