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Dana Elaine Kelly – Sept. 25, 1939 – July 8, 2026
By Obituary at Fort Worth Report
· July 15, 2026
· 2 min read
GRAND PRAIRIE – Dana Elaine Kelly, 86, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Funeral Service: 12 p.m. Thursday, July 16, 2026, in Mount Olivet Chapel. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation: 11 to 12 p.m. Thursday, July 16, in Mount Olivet Chapel. Dana was born Sept. 25, 1939, in Conway, Arkans
Key takeaway Thursday, July 16, 2026, in Mount Olivet Chapel.
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Dana Elaine Kelly's passing leaves a void in the Grand Prairie community, where she spent many years living and contributing. Her dedication to her work at Joe Esco Tire Shop, later Southern Tire Mart, is a testament to the strong work ethic found in many North Texas residents. Kelly's story also highlights the importance of education in the region, as she pursued her Associate's Degree from Central Texas College, achieving straight A's despite likely facing challenges as a non-traditional student. Her involvement with local churches, including Faith Lutheran Church in Grand Prairie and Gateway Church in Southlake, demonstrates the significant role that faith communities play in the lives of many in Tarrant County. As the community comes together to remember Kelly, her legacy serves as a reminder of the impact one person can have on those around them, and the many ways that individuals can make a difference in their communities through their work, faith, and personal pursuits.
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Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
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What is this story about? GRAND PRAIRIE – Dana Elaine Kelly, 86, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Funeral Service: 12 p.m. Thursday, July 16, 2026, in Mount Olivet Chapel. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation: 11 to 12 p.m. Thursday, July 16, in Mount Olivet Chapel. Dana was born Sept. 25, 1939, in Conway, Arkans
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