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3501 South Santa Fe
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        • Dick Kelly
          General Manager
          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
          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

          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 will happen"  - Coach Bill Snyder

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        • Jeff Lassman
          Business/Finance Manager
          620-431-0100


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        • Joey Clark
          Sales & Leasing Consultant
          (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
          (888) 414-8990

          On the team since: 2017

          Hometown: Chaute, 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 engaged to my love Kimberly Ward. We have 4 beautiful children 2 girls McKinzie, Tierra, 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
          888-414-8990

          On the team since: 2018

          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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        • Derick Kelly
          Service Manager
          (620) 431-0100


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        • Danny Clopp
          Body Shop Manager
          (620) 431-0100


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        • Derek Borjas
          Body Shop Adviser
          (620) 431-0100


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        • Jake Holtzman
          Heavy Truck Manager
          (620) 431-0100


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        • Zoel Lopez
          Marketing Manager

          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 a father (and step father) to 3 beautiful, imaginative and energetic girls Karley Hughes, Kyndall and Zoey. 

          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. 

          Favorite Quote:
          "We don't change until the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of making the change."

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         From left to right: Dan Kelly and wife Janet, Dick Kelly and wife Sharon celebrating 50 years in business.
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