He was a self-employed businessman, United States Air Force Veteran and a member of the First United Methodist Church. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Rose Curry Grubbs; a granddaughter, Madeline Grubbs; brothers Travis, Russell, and Keith Grubbs; and sisters Carolyn Grubbs Hancock and Amine Grubbs Deal.
Survivors include one daughter, Roselyn Busby and husband Bill of Monticello; one son, Nat Grubbs and wife Traci of Monticello; one brother, Calvin Grubbs and wife Audie Mae of Garland, TX; four grandchildren, Kelli Busby Chandler and husband Colin of The Woodlands, TX; William Busby and wife Katelyn from Monticello; Meredith Grubbs McKelvy and husband Philip from Little Rock, AR; Emily Grubbs from Starkville, MS; and four great grandchildren, Rory, Rose & Elizabeth Jane Chandler, and Henry Busby. He also enjoyed the dear friendship of Ms. Jane Thomasson.
He spent most of his 88 years doing work, telling tales, and cracking jokes. He will be missed! Memorials may be made to Monticello First United Methodist Church.
Funeral will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019 at First United Methodist Church with burial in Oakland Cemetery. Family visitation will be one hour preceding the service. Arrangements by Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(24)
Kenneth and Kathryne Burton
Monticello, AR Saturday, January 19, 2019 We have known this family for many years; we loved and respected them. You will be remembered.Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Friday, January 18, 2019 Dear family, please accept my deepest sympathy. James worked at Burlington with Kelly and would come in telling something Kelly had pulled or told that day. Everyone loved Kelly.Hazel Pennington
Las Vegas, NV Thursday, January 17, 2019 I was totally shocked when I heard Kelly Grubbs passed away.My deepest sympathy to his family. He will be missed and I enjoyed the tales and stories he use to tell us.He watched after my mother if she was n a bind he would offer his help. A great person . God Bless his family and many friends.
Hazel Pennington
HELENA MORGAN
Houston, TX Thursday, January 17, 2019 yes indeed he will be missed my dad Richard Morgan loved him,I just called dad he sends his love,Kelly was a great man and could brighten your day.Marvin, & Gene Norton
Monticello, AR Thursday, January 17, 2019 Nat, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Gene and Marvin NortonStacy Cater
Monticello, AR Thursday, January 17, 2019 Sorry to see Kelley has passed on. Condolences to his family.Alvin and Irma James
Monticello, TX Thursday, January 17, 2019 Nat and family.....Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Always enjoyed visiting with Mr Kelley. Know he will be missed. Love and hugs to allSonny Jones
Monticello, TX Thursday, January 17, 2019 Kelly was a friend.I enjoyed visiting him.He could talk about the old days as well as the present and make you laugh about either.Sonny Jones
Monticello, TX Thursday, January 17, 2019 Kelly was a friend.I enjoyed visiting him.He could talk about the old days as well as the present and make you laugh about either.Patricia Ellis and Family
Warren, AR Wednesday, January 16, 2019 Nat and family, you all have my deepest sympathy. May the good Lord wrap His loving arms around you at this time and the days ahead. Prayers and hugs.Gladys and James Youngblood
Monticello, AR Wednesday, January 16, 2019 our sincere sympathy to The Family Of Kelly Grubbs We always enjoyed hearing Kelly’s many stories and jokes. He was our friend of many years. We know he will be missed by many but we know he is at peace. Our sympathy to all.Harlen and Juanita Brown
Eldorado, AR Wednesday, January 16, 2019 Our deepest sympathy to the family. We had some very fun times growing up in the valley.Robin Johnson
Monticello, AR Wednesday, January 16, 2019 My heart is so sad for your loss, Pops was the most kind hearted and love to tell his jokes. God has a special angel. Robin JohnsonJoe and Zelda Wilmoth
Starkville, MS Wednesday, January 16, 2019 Our prayers are with you.Bobbie Lasiter Ross
Warren, AR Wednesday, January 16, 2019 Nat and family, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss.May God bless you all during this difficult time
Marijo Miles
Springfield, MO Wednesday, January 16, 2019 So very sorry to hear about Kelly .He was truly unique and one of a kind and I enjoyed my friendship with both Rose and Kelly. Thinking back all those years ago when we were raising our families i don’t remember either one of them when there was not a smile on their faces.A loss not only to his family and friends but also to a community of many friends.Dolly Farmer
Monticello, AR Wednesday, January 16, 2019 Nat and family, I am so sorry to hear about Kelley. My sincerest condolences to the entire family!Lynne E Grubbs
Atlanta, GA Tuesday, January 15, 2019Sending deepest sympathy,
Shelby and Lynne Grubbs
mary cooper
monticello, AR Tuesday, January 15, 2019 SO SORRY TO THE GRUBBS FAMILY! HE WAS ALLWAY SO JOLLY AND HAPPY! RIP+
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Jimmy & Paula Tooke
Monticello, AR Tuesday, January 15, 2019 Nat and Family,So sorry to read of Mr. Kelley's passing. The rehab center would light up every time he was there. He will be missed by many. Even though I know it will be hard, we take comfort knowing how strong your faith is and how He will bring you through this knowing your Dad is with the Lord.
Wanda and James MOrphis
Star City, AR Tuesday, January 15, 2019 We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Kelly is now with your Mom. You are in our thoughts and prayers.gene price
goshen, AR Tuesday, January 15, 2019 I WORKED WITH KELLY WHEN I WORKED AT BURLINGTON ALSO ENJOYED TALKING TO HIM THINKING OF THE FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF GRIEF!!!!Kent Davis
Maumelle, AR Tuesday, January 15, 2019 I am so sorry, a good man and a friend for a long time, prayersShelia R Ratledge
Thornton, CO Tuesday, January 15, 2019 Nat, Tracey, and family just wanted you to know we are thinking about y'all in this time of sorrow .our prayers are with you now and in the next few weeks Danny the kids and I send our deepest sympathies and all our love. The kids said to say hello to Mr. Nat , MMrs Trace "and both girls"