Martha R. Kelsey, age 78, of Clarksville, TN, passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023, at Tennova Medical Center.
Martha was born on June 18, 1944, in Trenton, KY to the late Frederick P. Rawlings Jr. and Mary Mildred Hatcher.
Martha is survived by her son, Matthew Kelsey; daughter, Katherine (Jason) Barnes; brother, Lee Rawlings; sisters, Kathy Myers and Lori Schotman; grandchildren, Ava Grey and Riley Katherine.
Martha was an avid gardener in her later years and enjoyed her time at Rock Spring Farm. Another favorite pastime was sewing dresses for her granddaughters.
A Celebration of Life in Martha’s honor will be held on Friday, April 28, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Hilldale United Methodist Church with Rev. Stephen Sauls Officiating. Visitation will be at Hilldale United Methodist Church on Friday, April 28, 2023, beginning at 1:00 p.m. until the hour of service. Friends and family are encouraged to attend.
Arrangements are entrusted to Neal Tarpley Parchman Funeral Home, 1510 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040; (931) 645-6488. Online condolences may be made at www.nealtarpleyparchman.com.