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Francis KELLY Obituary

KELLY - Francis "Frank" September 6, 2011, beloved husband of the late Madeline "Vi" Kelly; loving father of Mary Ann (Harold) Schlotzhauer, Catherine (Michael) Boyle, John (Eileen) Kelly and Thomas (Kathleen) Kelly; cherished grandfather of ten grandchildren; brother of Helen (late Eugene) Zapfel; predeceased by nine brothers and sisters; brother of Beverly (late Canisius) Hughes; also survived by nieces and nephews, the Dunford family and many friends. Friends may call Thursday 7-9 and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, 14226, where services will be held on Saturday at 9 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM at Christ The King Church (Main and LaMarck). Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to the Leukemia Society. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

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Published by Buffalo News from Sep. 7 to Sep. 9, 2011.

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SGT Kenneth Clark

June 30, 2025

Did Francis kelly Serve in the US Army over seas, Germany in early 80's ?
My contact: SGT Kenneth Clark
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Kathy Kelly Cromley

September 12, 2011

Uncle Fran was very special. I will always remember his kindness and generosity and the way he lived life to its fullest. My deepest sympathy on his passing.

Paul & Alice Batt

September 8, 2011

We'll remember Fran as a prince of a man whose empathy was limitless. He loved to laugh, especially on the golf course, and was a great and loyal friend to my dad. I last visited Fran at my dad's funeral earlier this year. I'm glad we had a chance to chat one last time.

September 8, 2011

There are no words to adequately express the loss of such a wonderful man. His kindness to everyone was remarkable and somehow he always knew just the right thing to say. We admired him and will miss him. Please accept our sympathies for your loss.
Sincerely, Kathy and Rex Smith

Colleen Kelly

September 8, 2011

I am so very sorry to hear about Fran's passing. He was just such a wonderful human being, always willing to help out anyone, such a source of comfort and guidance to everyone. His sense of family and faith in God were remarkable. My family greatly appreciated the love and support he gave my parents both individually and collectively throughout their lives. My dad could not have had a better brother. We mourn the passing of someone very special. Our deepest sympathies to all. Colleen Kelly and family

Jim Coats

September 7, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Beverly Hughes

September 7, 2011

Remembering Fran as I knew him, and the wonderful times we had together

Eileen and Dave Bermel

September 7, 2011

Although we can't be with you at this time, we want you to know how special Uncle Fran was to us. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Wilda Lerczak

September 7, 2011

Dear Cathy,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. Frank was a wonderful guy and we all will miss him!

Jeanne Dunkle

September 7, 2011

Francis Kelly

Nancy Hughes Angerame

September 7, 2011

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Uncle Fran. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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