Pauline Buckner Kelley, 98, died Friday, April 9, 2021.
Born in Pelzer, SC, she was the daughter of the late Harvey M. Buckner Sr., and Laura Drake Buckner.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Nathan Kelley; grandchildren, Barbara(Kim) Strickland and Jesse(Jerry) O’Kelley Jr.
Pauline was a member of Truth Missionary Baptist Church. She loved gospel music and was always laughing.
She is survived by daughters, Moleta Tate, Janice Ivey; brother, Harvey M. Buckner Jr.; grandchildren, Ian Tate(Amy), William George Tate Jr.(Jill), Michael O’Kelley, Timothy O’Kelley; numerous great and great-great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
A public viewing will be held Wednesday, April 14, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. at Truth Missionary Baptist Church followed by the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. A private burial will be in Graceland Cemetery West. All attendees are strongly encouraged to wear masks and follow CDC guidelines on social distancing.