POWELLVILLE - Joseph Henry Kelly died Feb. 8, 2015, at Coastal Hospice at the Lake in Salisbury, with his family by his side. Born in Salisbury, he was the son of the late Charles Henry Kelly and Mamie Mae Toomey Kelly. He served in the U.S. Navy and retired after 20 years of service. During his time in the military, he served on many Navy ships. His service was recognized when he received the National Defense Service Medal and Fifth Good Conduct Metal. After retiring as Chief Petty Officer from the Navy, he went on to become the maintenance supervisor at Deer's Head Hospital and, when Holly Center opened, he became the maintenance supervisor there. He retired after 20 years of service to the state of Md. For years, Joe graciously gave his time and talents to the Powellville United Methodist Church, where he was a member for over a half-century. He served several years as president of the board for Powellville Methodist Church and the president of the Powellville Cemetery Board. He was a lifetime member "Master Mason" of Goose Creek, S.C., Ancient Free Masons Lodge 401. His sisters, Gladys Truitt and Mary Shockley, preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Bertie Chandler Kelly; five children, Bruce Kelly, Susan Dennis, Tommy Kelly, David Kelly and Brenda Kelly-Bowden, all of Powellville; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. A graveside service was held Wed., Feb. 11, 2015, at the Powellville Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Holloway Funeral Home in Salisbury.