Kelli D. Ledbetter

Kelli Davida Ledbetter was born on October 31, 1978, in Charlotte, North Carolina and passed away peacefully on September 27, 2026. Kelli embraced life with a spirit that was both warm and unwavering, touching the hearts of all who knew her. Kelli was the cherished daughter of David Kilgo and the late Sandra McGill. Kelli graduated from South Mecklenburg High School in 1997. For 32 wonderful years, Kelli shared her life with her devoted husband, Anthony Ledbetter Jr.. Together, they built a family rooted in love and resilience. Kelli's world revolved around her children: Jayden Anthony Ledbetter, Maximus Kelli Ledbetter, and Amira Paityn Ledbetter. Her love for them was boundless, and she cherished every moment spent cooking family meals, playing softball, and simply enjoying their company. Kelli was a beacon of strength and compassion, a woman who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. Her passing leaves a void that will be felt deeply by her surviving family, including her father, David Kilgo; sisters, April McGill, Samantha Crawford; brothers, Allan McGill, Donte’ McGill, Jermaine Crawford, Demond Nash, Damien Nash; her grandparents, Dorothy Pope and Craig Pope Jr.; her mother-in-law, Mary Edwards (Eric); sister-in-law, Jasmine Laws; and brother-in-law, Dr. Reverend Eric Edwards Jr.. Kelli is also remembered by her father-in-laws, Anthony Ledbetter and Willie Nash Jr.; and by her many beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who will forever cherish her memory. She was preceded in death by her son, Jordan Ledbetter, her mother, Sandra McGill, and her grandparents Sarah and Ernest Kilgo. Kelli’s journey now continues in a place of peace and reunion. Kelli's legacy of love and kindness will continue to inspire those who knew her. Her spirit lives on in the laughter of her children, the hearts of her family, and the memories shared by all who were fortunate enough to call her their own.