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Terrence Kelly Obituary

CLARKSVILLE KELLY, TERRENCE J., 78, died Saturday, September 27, 2008. Terrence was a former journalist and photographer for the New Albany Tribune and retired as the Clark County Drug & Alcohol Chief Probation Officer. He was an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous. He was preceded in death by a son, Jamie Kelly (Dallas); a brother, John J. Kelly; and a sister, Mary Fay. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Mary (Edlin) Kelly; daughter, Erin Kelly; sons, Shaun Kelly (Dee), Tim Kelly and Kevin Kelly; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Visitation: noon-8 p.m. Monday at Kraft Funeral Service, 2776 Charlestown Road, New Albany. Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church with entombment to follow in Kraft-Graceland Memorial Park. Expressions of sympathy in his memory may be made to the Serenity House or VistaCare Hospice.

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Published by Courier-Journal on Sep. 28, 2008.

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Robin Jones

October 7, 2008

I wanted to express my deepest sympathies to you. Something that has provided me with much comfort during these difficult times is the hope that the bible holds out. I have gained much comfort from the scripture in Isaiah 25:8 where it speaks of the Sovereign Lord Jehovah swallowing up death forever. That will surely be a wonderful time when we will no longer experience the pain of losing our loved one in death.

Fred & Sandie Copeland

October 6, 2008

Sandie and I were very sorry to hear of Terry's passing. The Kelly's made our stay in Indiana very memorable - you treated us as if we were part of your family. For that, we will always be grateful. Please know that our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Mary, and your entire family during this difficult time.

Linda Kersey

October 6, 2008

So sorry to hear of Terry's passing. He will long be remembered for his grand sense of humor. He was a big influence for my husband and for that I am very thankful. I know Terry will be missed by his family and his many friends.

Terri & Charlie Barbour

October 4, 2008

Terry was a great man. Mary you and Terry helped Charlie and I so much. You and Terry were our second set of parents, you taught us what our parents didn't teach us about life and about relationships. We had great times camping and just being with both of you. We love you and all of your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We love you all so much.

Terri and Charlie

Mark N

October 4, 2008

Terry was a wonderful man. He helped save me from myself. My family is greatfull for his work, his time on earth was not wasted, he helped countless numbers. thank you Terry for all that you did!

Sharyn Dietrich

October 2, 2008

Terry was one of the gentle giants on the earth. Everyone that met him loved him. I did not hear about his passing until Wednesday and am sorry for that because I would have come and paid my respects. I will never forget him when we worked together at the Clark County Alcohol and Drug Services. I am so sorry for your loss, but as you all know, life is eternal and we will see that dear man again.

October 2, 2008

VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,TERRY WILL GREATLY MISSED.THANK YOU FOR SHARING HIM WITH ALL OF US.

Connie Kersey

October 2, 2008

The world suffers a loss with Terry gone. Terry was a friend of my fathers and also a friend to all..he will be extremely missed..all my sympathies and prayers are with you Mary.

October 1, 2008

The world was a better place with Terry in it....Prayers are with you....
Hearts are with you.....much love....

October 1, 2008

YOU WILL BE MISSED VERY MUCH.THANK YOU FOR ALL THE GIFTS YOU HAVE LEFT TO CARRY ON.WITH MUCH LOVE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

terry wright jr.

September 30, 2008

sorry about your loss terry was a great and wise man he helped alot.my prayers are with the family.

September 29, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Joann Day

September 29, 2008

With many fond memories of a kind and gentle man. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Mary, and your family. Your Love Circle friend,

Lisa Papineau

September 28, 2008

If anyone ever left a legacy, it is this man, who left a legacy of hope and of life. He will be very much missed and I'm sad that we all lost him, but especially that his family has. My prayers are with you.

Peter Hellinger

September 28, 2008

God has another Angel to Watch over Us in AA. My Prayers have been with the Kelly Family for quite some time and nothing has changed. Love and Prayers Pete H. Jeff Group

Theresa Gahafer

September 28, 2008

What a great loss for your family, but also for our community. Terry was the most kind heartest man to every one he encountered. He knew how to make you comfortable when you felt your world was falling down around you. That kind of quality is so unique. We never seen him judge anyone and for that, Doc and I and countless others are truly blessed. Thank you for sharing your husband, father and grandfather with all of us!
Doc and Theresa

Debbie (Lipginski) Zinsius

September 28, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I hadn't seen him in a long time, but I always thought fondly of all of you all.

Terry Wright

September 28, 2008

Verry sorry about your loss Terry Wright Sr

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