Seeing a blue light sometimes snaps drivers back to reality and can cause them to think about their safety, and of course they check their speedometer to see how fast they are going, and sometimes slow down,” Kelley states. A dedicated employee, Kelley believed in what the patrol stood for. As he said, “Whether we know it or not, the Highway Patrol and the Marines are two of the most elite organizations in the world. I am proud to have served with both.” The Kelleys have two children, Tonya and Tracy. Tonya is a member of the Coast Guard and Tracy is an auditor. Tracy and her husband Charles are the parents of the Kelley’s two grandchildren, Brandon and
Courtney. In June, the Kelleys celebrated their fortieth wedding anniversary and the children actually managed to surprise their parents with a big 40th Anniversary party. These days you can find Kelley driving around in his dooley, hauling hay, or just vacationing with Ms. Brenda. Believe it or not, letting go was not as easy as you think. He holds a special place in his heart for the profession that began at a traffic stop many years ago. He looks back at his career with pride, and is thankful for his years with the South Carolina Highway Patrol. Even though he decided to retire, he is a man grateful for the opportunities given to him and the friends he made along the way. ▲▲▲
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