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Christopher Brian Kelleher
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Christopher Kelleher Obituary
April 25, 1991 - July 26, 2025
It is with our most profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Christopher Brian Kelleher, 34, of Boston, MA, previously Harwinton. He was born on April 25, 1991, in Bristol, son of Brian and Karen (Soliani) Kelleher of Harwinton. Chris passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 26, 2025, from natural causes. He received his Bachelor's degree from Northeastern University and earned his Professional Engineer credential while working for Toole Design Group in Boston, MA. Chris loved his job at Toole, where he spent the last ten years designing pedestrian and cyclist accessibility and safety throughout Massachusetts. His quiet manner, intelligence, playful personality, and wit were his defining traits. His smile and laugh were infectious. Chris was an avid skier and enjoyed being outside. He took pleasure in playing video/board games, watching movies, and attending concerts and comedy shows with his fiancée and friends. Besides his parents, Brian and Karen, Christopher is survived by his fiancée, Carissa Palisano of Boston; brother, Sean Kelleher and his wife, Cassidy, of West Hartford; paternal grandmother, Helen Kelleher; his beloved cats, Elly and Phoebe; and many loving aunts, uncles and cousins and friends. Calling hours will be held on Monday, August 4, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at O'Brien Funeral Home, 24 Lincoln Ave., Bristol. The family invites you to join them at their home in Harwinton after calling hours are completed. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.OBrien-FuneralHome.com .
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Susan damico
August 1, 2025
Oh Karen and family, my heart breaks for you all. Losing a child is sadness that can not be explained. I am so sorry for your pain. I will say prayers for your family.
Janet Turon
July 31, 2025
Karen,
I never met Chris, but I do remember you always speaking about your boys with such pride. It's such an unimaginable loss and my heart breaks for you and your family.....be strong but also take time to grieve ..
You are strong , remember the good times and cherish them.
With Love,
Janet Turon ( Cooper)
Lou Eckart
July 31, 2025
Words cannot express my sorrow. I have so many fond memories of Chris as a little boy, when our families used to go camping and canoeing together. I hope that you can find comfort in your memories of Chris, and the support of friends and family.
Stephanie Weaver
July 31, 2025
Brian, Karen, and the whole family- I am so very sorry.
Judi severi.
July 30, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. So so sorry for your loss.
Karen Bouley Dunlap
July 30, 2025
So very sorry for the passing of your son...
Karen Bouley Dunlap
Jay Allen MacArthur
July 30, 2025
Karen (Hammerhead) and Brian. My wife and I sent our sincere condolences. This was heartbreaking news! I hope you find a way to get past this soon, life is precious, and when its short it hurts. Focus on the 30+ years you had with him and cherish all those days. Love Jay (Al) and Carmen
Jay (Al) Macarthur and Carmen macaroni
July 30, 2025
Karen and Brian this was heartbreaking news. So sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you both
Mike & Lisa Soliani & Sons
July 30, 2025
We are in shock, devastated, crushed, & heartbroken to learn of Chris´s passing. We have no words, but please know that we´re sending love & hugs, & praying for peace for all of you.
Mike & Lisa Soliani & Sons
Paul Lambert
July 30, 2025
Diane & Bobby Brown
July 30, 2025
Karen & Brian,
Bobby and I are so terribly sorry for your unimaginable loss. Our hearts are with you and your family. May his memory be a blessing and may he rest in eternal peace.
Rachel Turner
July 30, 2025
Chris I still cannot believe you are gone my heart breaks for Carissa, your parents, your bother, sister-in law and cats. Prayers to all affected. Prayers of peace to you and your family.
The memories that stick out to me were high school band camp and band. Any time we were at a get together for Sean and Cassidy, you and Carissa were always present and made us feel welcome. My heart breaks and is in shock that you are no longer with us.
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