Laura Mae (Harward) Kelly

Laura Mae Harward Kelly, age 90, of Carthage, NC, passed away Friday, January 30, 2026, at Peak Resources-Pinelake.

She was born in Anson County on May 7, 1935 to the late Amos Harward and Sallie Caudle Harward.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Lee Ervin Denny, brothers Elder Calvin Harward, Daniel Harward and sisters Martha Harrington, Gracie Harrington and Alice Rosser.

Laura retired from Moen, Inc. after 20 plus years of service. Before starting to work at Moen she cared for many, many children in her home. She enjoyed her garden and flowers before her health declined. She enjoyed her visits from her family members. She also enjoyed her oatmeal cookies, Reeces mini peanut butter cups and her cup of coffee.

She is survived by her daughters Juanita Arnold ( Eddie), Audrey Farrar ( Edward); grandchildren  Amanda Turner (Jason), Lindsey Clarke (Sam), Mitchell Arnold, Brandy Farrell (Ryan), great-grandchildren Jesse Strange ( Hannah), Emily Turner, Brianna Turner, Rachel Farrell, Hunter Farrell, Logan Fields and Alissa Clarke; sister Ruby Hendrick and numerous nieces and nephews.

Her daughters would like to thank the staff of Peak Resources-Pinelake in Carthage for all the love and compassion they showed to their Mama.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM  in the chapel of Bridges-Cameron Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Thomas officiating. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Peak Resources-Pinelake (Activities Fund for Residents), 801 Pinehurst Ave., Carthage, NC 28327.

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