Tim Kelly (Alaska politician)

He served in the United States Marine Corps and later in the Alaska Air National Guard.

Kelly also served as the Senate Rules Committee chair from 1981-1982, 1985-1986, and 1993-1996.

Kelly decided not to seek reelection in 2000, and instead began working as a lobbyist representing medical and insurance clients.

Kelly died at his home, in Anchorage, Alaska, from heart problems.

Kelly married Lisa Nelson and the couple had two children.