It is with great sadness that the family announces the death of Mr. John Wesley Kelly, at the Temiskaming Hospital with his family by his side on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at the age of 82. John will be missed by his wife of 36 years Leona (nee Doupe), his dog rusty, his children John Kelly jr. of Dane Township ON, Steve Kelly (Jackie Lamarche) of Goodfish ON, Sherry Kelly of Edmonton AB, Dan Kelly (Olivia Jenson) of Balbine Lake B.C. and Kimberly Kelly (Jamie Dickinson) of Harley Township ON, 17 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents Newman and Rachel Kelly, his daughter Debbie, his brothers Bill, Henry, Bud and Art and his sisters Estella, Nancy, Dorothy, Joan and Mary. John lived and worked as a plumber in the district of Temiskaming most of his life. He was a member of the Gospel Hall in Earlton. In his spare time, John enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, his grandchildren, great grandchildren and his dog Rusty. He loved reading western novels and watching western movies when he wasn't out hunting or fishing. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 11 a.m. at the Harley Hall followed by a luncheon.