John Kelly 64 was born on July 27 1946 in Philadelphia Pennsylvania and grew up in Akron. He graduated from The University of Akron. Jack moved to Nashville TN in 1992 with Bridgestone-Firestone Tire and Rubber Company and retired in 2002 after nearly 37 years of service. Jack is survived by his loving wife of 35 years Barbara Zachardy Kelly and their faithful companions Gizmo and Maggie. He was preceded in death by his father John Kelly Sr. mother Irene Kelly and brother Mark Kelly. Jack will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday May 21 2011 at the Hummel Funeral Home 500 E. Exchange St Akron. Friends may call at the Hummel Funeral Home an hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Brightstone P.O. Box 682966 Franklin TN 37068 or Alive Hospice 1710 Patterson St. Nashville TN 37203.