Rita “Ree Ree” Kelly Brown, 67, of Edmonton, KY passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026. She was born on August 9, 1958 in Green County, KY, the daughter of the late Leroy Harrison Kelly and Shirley Temple Posey Kelly.
She was also preceded in death by her brother, David Michael Kelly.
Throughout her journey, Rita carried with her the steady strength and kindness that she learned from her family. Rita devoted much of her professional life to her work as a bookkeeper, demonstrating remarkable diligence, attention to detail, and reliability. Her dedication to her career was evident to all who had the privilege of working alongside her. Outside of her professional life, Rita was a proud member of Maple Hill Church, where her faith and commitment were valued by all who knew her.
Those who knew Rita cherished her warm presence, her love for her family, and her unwavering kindness. She found joy in simple pleasures — tending to her garden, canning vegetables, and sharing laughter and stories during time spent with family and friends. Rita’s love for her cats was well known and matched her gentle nature and nurturing spirit.
SURVIVORS:
Her devoted husband: Billy Brown of Edmonton, KY
2 stepdaughters: Tabatha England (Aaron) and Brittany Grissom (Jr. Ray)
Special nieces: Amanda Patterson (Jason) and Rebecca Pruitt (Josh)
10 grandchildren: Miranda, Chase, McKenzie, Easton, Lilly, Katie, Camden, Abigail, Audrey, and Oliver
Funeral Service: Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 11:00amCT at Jessie-Wilson Funeral Home in Edmonton, KY with Bro. Nick Fields and Bro. Roger Poynter officiating
Burial: Maple Hill Cemetery
Visitation: Wednesday from 4:00pm-8:00pmCT and Thursday after 8:00amCT at Jessie-Wilson Funeral Home
Pallbearers: Josh Pruitt, Camden Patterson, Jason Patterson, Easton Fields, Jr. Ray Grissom, Chase England, Aaron England, and Steve Hartfield
Jessie-Wilson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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