JACKSONVILLE - William Kenneth “Kenny" Kellum, 77, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.

A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at the Jones Funeral Home chapel in Jacksonville NC. Visitation will take place at 11:00 Service to follow at 12:00. A graveside service will take place at 1:00 p.m. at Onslow Memorial Park.

Kenny was born February 17, 1949 in Jacksonville North Carolina, to the late William Junior Kellum and Daisy Kellum.

He started out in construction with Brown Brothers. Later he co-owned City Fish Market with his dad and then with his loving wife. He Partnered with his brother Barry for Several years at Marine TV. Finishing his career with Onslow County School Bus Garage where he Retired.

Kenny had many passions in life, you could find him working on his lawn, fishing, attending New River Antique Automobile Club with His 51' Ford and Bowling on his League.

Preceded in death by his Father William Junior Kellum, Mother Daisy Lee Kellum, brother Barry Lynn Kellum and Son-in-law Chris Radnoff.

He leaves behind the love of his life Myrtle Fay Kellum, sister Donna Smith (John) and Sister-in-Law Connie Kellum. Daughters Gina Pierce (Donald) and Katherine Radnoff.

Grandchildren Donald Pierce “Jr”, William Christopher “Buddy” Kellum, Danielle (Thomas) Michelle (Glen) Elizabeth (Brandon)and Cheyenne.

Great Grandchildren Logan, Rebekah, Elijah, Annabelle, Angel Grace, Zeverick, Ariel, Jordan, Samuel, Alaina, Donald “Ara” Pierce III.

Nephew John Eric Smith (Ashley and children Reagan, John Waylon) and Cindy Morton whom he thought of as a daughter.