Edgar Alan Kelley was born in Bath, Michigan on August 1, 1940, the only son of Clarence Kelley and Cora Bollinger Kelley, He was predeceased by his parents and one sister, Karen Freeman. He is survived by his wife, Marie Foerch Kelley; son, Wesley and daughter-in-law, Barbara Kelley; two grandchildren; three sister, Clarice Smith, Jacqueline Kelley and Pat Dixon; several nieces and nephews; grandnieces and grandnephews. On July 8, 2004, Ed left this earth and escaped his cumbersome disabled body. Ed was a brilliant man whose gift was teaching. When he was a young high school social studies teacher, his colleagues dubbed him "Pied Piper" because of the love of learning he inspired in his students. Ed demonstrated his leadership skills during the many years he served in roles as school administrator and university department chairperson. During his fourteen years at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, he earned a coveted distinguished teaching award. At Western Michigan University, his love of teaching took him to off-campus centers in Port Huron, Selfridge Air Force Base, Grand Rapids, Battle Creek, and St. Joseph, Michigan. He was instrumental in designing the Western Michigan University-Northern Michigan University Joint Doctoral Program during the late 1980's and traveled to Marquette one weekend each month to teach a group of students there. Ed loved teaching and could be found with his students most weekends except for holidays. When Ed was just 50 years of age, a ruptured cerebral aneurysm disabled him and caused his much grief. "I wanted to die with my boots on," he often lamented. Yet, despite his handicaps and hardships, he was able to maintain his often sardonic sense of humor. During the the final thirteen years of life, he cherished the time he spent with family and friends, especially his talented grandson, Alex and beloved granddaughter, Grace Elizabeth. Cremation has already taken place. A memorial service will be held 3:00 P.M. Sunday, July 25, 2004 at Chappell Funeral Home, 637 West Main Street, in Fennville, MI with visitation on Sunday from l:30 PM until the time of the service. Pastor Ray Sundell will be officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Adult Day Help at Health Evergreen Commons or The Fennville United Methodist Church.