Robinson Kelly

Kelly was born into the Mexican People Clan and born for the Edge Water People Clan. Kelly attended elementary school in Beclabito, Jr. High in Shiprock Boarding School, attended high school in Gateway, Colo., Wingate High School where he received his diploma, UNM-Gallup were he received Social Work credit and Salish Kootenai College in Pablo, Mont. He was vice president of Churchrock Chapter House, a member of Eastern Agency Council Task Force, service coordinator for United Health, program coordinator Dine Council of Elders for peace, Eastern Agency Peacemaker member, Native American Sub-Committee of Behavorial Health, advocate for Prevention and Intervention of Domestic Violence-Protecting women and children, served two consecutive terms as Wingate Elementary School Board president, member of the National School Board Association and was nationally known, award winning, silversmith and metalsmith. Kelly enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and cheering on WHS, GHS and PVHS Basketball teams. Survivors include his wife, Noreen A. Kelly; sons, Craig Robert Kelly, Raynebeaux Donovan Kelly; daughter, Amena Kelly-Begay; brothers, James Kelly Sr., Jimmie Kelly, George Kelly Jr.; sisters, Erma K. John, Rosemary K. Yazzie, Mary Lou Kelly; two grandchildren. Kelly was preceded in death by his parents, Irene Jack Kelly, George Kelly Sr. Pallbearers will be Gerald Kelly, Lyle Kelly, Les Robinson Craig, Christopher Craig, Cory Yazzie, Brian Chee. The family will receive relatives and friends at Gallup Community Center, following services. Arrangments are entrusted to: Cope Memorial Chapel 1830 Barbara Gallup, New Mexico 87301 (505) 722-6671