Justin A. Kelly

JUSTIN KELLY

Justin Kelly, 44, Columbia, MO passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at the University of Missouri Hospital & Clinics in Columbia, MO surrounded by his family and dear friends. He was born on January 21, 1982, the son of the late George and Kimberly (Robinson) Kelly. On July 7, 2025, he was united in marriage to Eden Kelly.

In addition to his wife Eden, he will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by one son Taj Stephens of Columbia, MO; one sister Jessica Baker of Columbia, MO; his nephew Travion Kelly and Kaley of Columbia, MO; his best friends Rob and Krista Moseley and Jay Kelley; several cousins; other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to his parents, his sister Jamica Kelly and his brother Jason Kelly preceded him in death.

Justin first worked at the Boone County Juvenile Office, later at Rock Bridge High School as a home school communicator and finally at the University of Missouri as a investigator for Internal affairs. He enjoyed playing softball every summer and even served as a coach. He loved baseball, especially the St. Louis Cardinals, the Kansas City Chiefs, Missouri Tigers and music, especially Otis Redding.

Funeral services will be 1:00 pm Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the Oliver Funeral Home in Centralia, MO. Interment will be in the Centralia City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 am to service time at the Oliver Funeral Home in Centralia, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rock Bridge High School MAC Scholar Program, c/o Oliver Funeral Home, P.O. Box 125, Centralia, MO 65240. Condolences may also be made to the family at www.oliverfuneralhome.net