Michael Paul Kelsey

Michael Paul Kelsey, 63, of Centertown, died Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at St. Mary's Hospital. He was born July 2, 1957, in Jefferson City, the son of Robert and Francis (Lawson) Kelsey. He attended Rock Bridge High School. On February 14, 1998, Michael was united in marriage to Melba Branch, who survives at their home. He enjoyed fishing and gardening, collecting diecast cars and monster trucks, but most of all spending time with his grandkids and beloved pets. In addition to his wife of 23 years, Michael is survived by one son, Joshua Kelsey; four daughters: Jenna (Durron) White, Patty Durr, Angela (Willie) Campbell, Laura Sayers; 10 grandchildren: Landon (Autumn) Kelsey, Reagan Prenger, Joshua Durbin, Jordan Sayers, Ashlee Durbin, Emily Kelsey, Kaylee Goodman, Wyatt Lee, Kent Sayers, Sydney Hartley; two great- grandchildren: Rylee Kelsey, Skylar Kelsey; four sisters, Michelle Kelsey, Melissa Copeland, Pamela Kelsey-Lepper, Bedie Sonnier; two brothers: Bobby Kelsey, Gary Smith; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Friends will be received from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Friday, June 11, 2021, at the Weber-Millard Funeral Home, where funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m. Entombment will follow in Riverview Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy are suggested to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are under the direction of WEBER-MILLARD Funeral Home, 13415 Route C, Russellville, MO 65074, (573) 782-3525. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.millardfamilychapels.com.