Valery Joy Frazier Kelley,67, of Havelock entered into eternal rest Monday, February 9, 2026 at UNC Hospital, Chapel Hill.
Service arrangements are pending at Piney Grove AME Zion Church.
She is survived by her husband, Dr. James C. Kelley Sr. of the home; son, Christopher Kelley, Havelock; daughter, Java Kelley, Havelock; grandson, Knowledge; her mother, Anna Bell Frazier, Havelock; two sisters, Deborah “Dee” Frazier, Havelock and Shirley Williams (Norris), Stafford, VA; three brothers, Barry Frazier, Alan Frazier (Gale), Havelock, Rickey Frazier (Felicia); a host of in- laws from Patterson, NJ, Connecticut, New York, Georgia and Florida.
Heaven has gained another Angel. You will be greatly missed. My condolences and prayers for the family in this difficult time But rejoicing for you are now walking in Heaven on streets of pure gold with God. Well done thy good and Faithful Servant.
Dear James, Chris, Java, Alan, Dee & Family, Our heartfelt condolences to you all. There are no words to express how we appreciate the life of our beloved, Valery. Her joyfully radiant smile brightened the day. Valery's compassion was unmeasured and faithfulness evident. During Daddy's later years, she visited him and expressed appreciation for him video recording events at her request. Valery sang to Daddy, as well as prayed with him prior to his transition. Also, she was a valued member of the 2022 Frazier Family Reunion Committee. She organized the talent for our first dinner gala, as well as participated in the talent show with her son, Chris, that year. The spectacular was AWESOME! Valery's commitment to excellence was unmatchable; her transition is bittersweet, and she will always remain in our hearts. Much love from the Linster & Sadie Frazier Family.
I was deeply saddened to hear the loss of your beloved one I pray that God will give you all the strength and comfort you need to get through these difficult times God made no mistakes to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord I am praying🙏 for the Kelly family The Kearney and Harker family 🙏🌹
Condolences to the family.
God Bless!
Family, no words can express how deeply saddened we are for the transitioning of our love one. Valery was a faithful servant, friend, mentor , kind with a caring spirit for many . Her presence will be missed . To be absent from the body is to be present with the lord . Ushered into a fuller, higher Realm of more abundant life in the very presence of the Lord.
Ms. Mattie Frazier & Family
My dear sweet cousin. You were there when I got my start on the piano and gave me encouragement when I truly needed it. Im gonna miss you deeply. Rest easy my cousin.
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Valery. Such a beautiful, kind person. She will be greatly missed. Prayers for all the knew and loved her.
My sincere condolences to the family. Valery was indeed an inspiration.
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