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Charlotte: Oct 3rd, 2008. After a courageous battle with cancer. born in Malone, NY on July 2,1941, He was the son of James H and Alice Otis Kelly.
John attended Malone School and upon graduation from Franklin Academy in 1959, he entered the Armed forces serving in the US Army's 3rd Infantry Division in Germany. John was employed by Eastman Kodak for 28 yrs and Pinkerton Security as Road Supervisor for 5 yrs.
Predeceased by his father James H. Kelly and 2 grandchildren, Eric and Angel. Surviving are his wife of 45 years, Gloria (Lintner) Kelly; sons, John (Mary) James, Robert (Sarah) and Daniel (Sandra); 7 grandchildren, Amanda Mathew, Joey, Nicole, Jessica, Cory and Steven. His mother Alice of Malone and his sister, Shirley (Roland) of Chateaugay. John was a great lover of the outdoors and an avid hunter and fisherman.
Funeral mass will be held at Holy Cross Church on Thursday Oct. 9th at 11 am. Interment, at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Gates Volunteer Fireman and Ambulance at 1600 Buffalo Rd, Rochester, NY 14624.
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SANDRA KELLY
November 3, 2008
WELL ONE MONTH AGO TODAY WE HAD TO SAY SEE YA LATER! AS WE GO ON WITH OUR DAYS WE HAVN'T FOUND A TIME WE DON'T REMEMBER OR THINK OF YOU! MAY YOU REST IN PEACE!! AND CONTINUE TO GIVE US STRENGTH AND COURAGE.
WITH ALL OUR LOVE
DAN,SANDY,AMANDA,MATTHEW &JOE
Sarah Kelly
October 23, 2008
Dad, you will forever be in our hearts. You are now our special Angel that will watch over us until we meet again! We will never say "goodbye" just "we'll see you later"!
Love your "daughter", Sarah
Bruce/Candice Gordon
October 15, 2008
We will remember the laughter we shared, your generous heart and the memories of our trips to Williamsburg, Va; Florida and Beford, Va among other memories. Til we meet again, we will cry with a loving reflection of our friendship with you.
Joe Macaluso
October 12, 2008
Perhaps the most generous and selfless person I have ever met. Knowing him and his family has enriched my life and his passing has left a void that only my fondest memories and time can fill. I know he's in a far better place, and I do hope to see him again someday. Sleep well, old friend. I'll miss you to the end.
Roselle Mendola
October 10, 2008
To a great person who was always at the same place whenever anyone needed him. We love you dearly and will think about you everyday.
Edie & Milt Downey
October 8, 2008
John will forever be in our memories and our hearts. From the times at Pinkerton, to recent times. Our sympathy to Gloria and his sons and ther're families
Donnie Pencola
October 8, 2008
We are very sorry for your loss. John was like a Father to me and a best friend to my Dad. I will miss him greatly. Donnie Pencola Jr. and Family.
Patti (DiFiore) Montanarella
October 5, 2008
It has been many years since I have seen John, but I never forgot him. He was very special to my son Donnie. John, Gloria and boys, you are in my prayers and thoughts.
Cheryle McQuown
October 5, 2008
John "Opa" will be greatly missed. I will always remember who started the water balloon wars growing up on Hannahs Terr. Cheryle McQuown
JOAN MONTI
October 5, 2008
MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY. HE WAS A GOOD HUSBAND,FATHER AND FRIEND. HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL OF US WHO KNEW HIM.
Agnes Benedict
October 5, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about John. I knew John from Kodak plus we both were from Malone. You are in my prayers and thoughts
Agnes C. Benedict
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