Chad Kelley

Chad Elliott Kelley, 53 years old, Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on, April 22, 2025.

Chad was born in, Albuquerque, on June 3, 1971 to Brenda Squyres and Allen Kelley.

Chad graduated from, Eldorado High School, in 1989. He went on to CNM, where he received multiple achievement awards. He specialized in business management.

Chad started at the early age of 19 at Tandy Leather Company. He traveled to many locations across the US to open up new stores. He was a leather genius, he could create anything, such as pictures, wallets, and saddles. Chad was an amazing salesman and entrepreneur, as well. He worked in advertising and media for many years.

Besides leather work, his favorite hobby was studying and teaching others about the Lord. He was very religious and proud to be. He is in a good place now and with his Savior.

Chad is survived by

Mother and family- Brenda Squyres and Tommy Gonzales

Father and family -Allen and Jackie Kelley

Brother and family- Todd Kelley, Shelly Chavez and nephew Colton Kelley

Brother and family- James Kelley and Bill Johnson

Sister and family- Jami Ehret, and niece Jade Rosas and nephew Jacob Rosas

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.