Click on one of the people below to find out more information.
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Dick Kelly
- General Manager
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dick@merlekellyford.com
- 620-431-0100
Basically the car business has been my whole life, with working in basically every department of the store starting at the age of 14. Soon after getting a degree in business from Pittsburg State University, (where by the way I met my lovely wife Sharon), I found my career right here at Merle Kelly Ford, where over the years I have sold vehicles to and become friends with thousands of great customers. Sharon and I had 4 great kids who have blessed us with 10 grandkids, and our 11th is on the way! I enjoy golfing with my buddies, sports of all kinds, traveling, and barbequing in the backyard. Spending time with all the family is special.
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Dan Kelly
- Dealer / Vice-President
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dan@merlekellyford.com
- 620-431-0100
Hometown: Chanute, KS
Dream Vehicle: Ford Mustang GT
Background: NCCC Associates & KU B.S. Business MBA, Kansas University
Family: Wife-Janet Son- Andy and his wife Lindsey. Grandchildren- Aubrianna & Ella Jo
Hobbies, Skills & Interest: Golf & Tailgating
Favorite Quote:
"It has been my observation that most people get ahead during the time that others waste." - Henry Ford
"It's Bad Luck To Be Superstitious" and "Rock Chalk Jayhawk"
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Kevin Allan
- Sales Manager
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kevin@merlekellyford.com
Hometown:
Ottawa, KS
Dream vehicle: 1976 Ford Bronco
Background: I'm a Kansas State
University graduate who has been a teacher and
football coach, a hunting lodge manager as well as a
real estate agent. However, the bulk of my
professional life has been spent helping people in the
boating and auto industry.
Family: I
married the love of my life, Jennifer, in 2016 and we
have 6 awesone kids between us and 3 grandkids.
Hobbies,
Skills & Interest: I've been an avid bowhunter for 38
years. Spending time with family in the outdoors and
watching the kids sporting activities, is the best.
Favorite Quote: "It's just persistence.
If you keep on doing the right thing, positive things
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Jeff Lassman
- Business/Finance Manager
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finance@merlekellyford.com
- 620-431-0100
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Joey Clark
- Sales & Leasing Consultant
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joey@merlekellyford.com
- (888) 414-8990
On the team since: 2011
Hometown: Chanute, KS
Background: I am a born and raised native of Chanute and a CHS Graduate of '94. I grew up being involved in football, wrestling, baseball and track. Chanute athletics has always been important to me and I wanted to share that with my kids. The best way to accomplish that was to suit up and coach! I coached youth football, wrestling, baseball and softball all while my kids were growing up.
Hobbies, Skills & Interest:
I really enjoy hunting, fishing and camping. I like to get away from town and enjoy the quiet country. My kids usually go hunting and fishing with me, especially fishing. Occasionally you'll find me helping my grandpa work cattle and help out on the farm.
In October 2013, I helped to form the local country band Backwood Buzz with my buddy Tommy Rodriguez. Today we have 6 members:
Joey Clark: Vocals
Curt Collins: Lead Guitar
Scott Head: Bass Guitar
Chase Barnett: Rhythm Guitar
Tommy Rodriguez: Drums
In the short time that we have been together we have managed to put out one demo, gain enough exposure to maintain consistent monthly booking and we are currently writing original material. For now we can be booked to play popular country-rock covers throughout Southeast, Kansas.
One word to explain me: Outgoing!
Favorite Quote: "Winners never quit and quitters never win." - Vince Lombardi
Family: I have four children.
Troy is my oldest. He is a 2011 Graduate of CHS who went on to use his college wrestling scholarship at Neosho County Community College. Now he is in the Navy and has now made me a grandpa for the second time!
Nikki is my second oldest. She is a recent CHS 2014 Graduate and was very successful at softball and golf in HS. She recently married Ross Allen and they gave me my first grandbaby, Ryverli! And she is expecting her second child as well.
Gage is my second son, he'll graduate from CHS in 2016. Gage wrestles Varsity and likes to hunt, fish and camp. He's a fishing fool and pretty darn good at it! He takes after his dad! *wink wink
Last but not least, my youngest daughter Kaitlyn. She is in 7th grade, plays volleyball, basketball and is involved in 4H. She loves the outdoors too. Also she is the little comedian of the family!
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Scott Ewen
- Sales/Leasing Consultant
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scott@merlekellyford.com
- (888) 414-8990
On the team since: 2017
Hometown: Erie Ks.
Dream Vehicle: 1995 Corvette ZR1
Background:
I've lived in Erie Ks. My entire life. My family owned Ewen Motor Co. a
Chevy Dealership since 1923. I've been buying and selling cars since I
was 16 so I have been in the car truck business my entire life.
Graduated from Pittsburg State with a Bachelor Degree in Business
Management - Marketing.
Family: I'm happily
married to my wife Mary Ewen. We have 3 beautiful children 2 girls Tori
and Carlie and our little boy Riley. Oh and I can't forget about our
other kids our dogs. Evander, Maddy, and Maggie.
Hobbies, Skills and Interests:
My
family is always number one. I like to go to the lake and go boating,
ride jet skis. Deer hunt with my boy Riley when I can. We enjoy riding
4-wheelers also. I enjoy cutting wood and being out in the country. My
favorite is watching my little boy Riley play football and basketball.
Favorite Quote:
"If You Laugh Think and Cry Then You Have had a Heck of a Day!"
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Adam Weilert
- Sales & Leasing Consultant
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david@merlekellyford.com
- 888-414-8990
On the team since: 2017
Hometown: Chanute, KS
Dream Vehicle: New: Mustang Convertible Classic: 1965 Mustang
Background: I Graduated Chanute High school in 2005. Attended
Kansas University before transferring to Cleveland Chiropractic.
I have an associates degree from NCCC. Also received my BS and
Doctorate at Cleveland Chiropractic in 2010. After 7 years in
practice I have decided to take a new path in life. I am very
excited for this new opportunity.
Family: I am married to Kristin Weilert. She is a
hardworking massage therapist. She has blessed me with two
children: Paisley and Addison. These two keep me extremely busy!
Hobbies, Skills and Interest: I am a huge sports fan. I do not
miss a Chiefs or Kansas Basketball game. I also enjoy cooking and
eating all different types of food. In my free time I like
discovering new music.
Favorite Quote: Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's
possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.
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Jim Solander
- Car and Light Truck Shop Foreman
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Derick Kelly
- Service Manager
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Jason Fugate
- Service Shop Adviser
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Danny Clopp
- Body Shop Manager
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Derek Borjas
- Body Shop Adviser
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Jake Holtzman
- Heavy Truck Manager
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Zoel Lopez
- Marketing Manager
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zlopez@merlekellyford.com
On the team since: 2017
Hometown: Anchorage, AK
Dream Vehicle: 1989 Batmobile
Background:
A former military brat, I've traveled from Alaska to Montana to settle in Kansas. I graduated from Pittsburg State University with a Bachelor's of Science in Communication and minor in Marketing in 2009.
Family: I'm married to Kristen Lopez and we have 3 beautiful, imaginative and energetic girls Karley Hughes, Kyndall and Zoey. We also have our big mastiff Leo and small schnauzer Molly.
Hobbies, Skills and Interests:
In the down time I like to try to workout so I can eat a lot and not feel too guilty. I'm a pop culture nerd filled with useless information that comes in handy on trivia night. My favorite teams are the KC Chiefs, KC Royals and NCCC Panthers. I take way too many selfies, according to my wife.
Favorite Quote:
"In life you'll be forgiven for everything except one thing: being successful."
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From left to right: Dan Kelly and wife Janet, Dick Kelly and wife Sharon celebrating 50 years in business.