Kelly Kim Stockdale, of Springfield, MO, passed away July 22, 2021. She was born March 5, 1960 in Tucson, AZ to Doris and Pete Chandler.

Kelly had a heart of gold and would do anything for her family. She was the "heart of this family" and she kept us together, always. She was the most amazing Mamaw any grandchild could ever want. Kelly was the heart of Kecia Nicole Hale, she loved her with all she had.

Kelly was preceded in death by her mother, Doris Gardner; her grandma, Daisy Gardner; brother, Timmy Jo; uncles, Bobby and Clifford Gardner, and Marvin Hale.

She is survived by her son, Melvin Dwayne Stockdale II; granddaughters, Kaylee and Dayzee Stockdale and another granddaughter that is due September, 20, 2021; a sister, Karen and her husband Bill Dubby, of Fair Grove, MO; daughter-in-law, LaTosha; great niece, Kecia Hale; as well as a host of other relatives and friends.