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Kelly Timilty Obituary

TIMILTY, Kelly A. 18 year Member of the Governor's Council, of Dedham, January 31, 2012. Loving wife of James "Jim" L. Mandeville. Daughter of Former Senator Joseph F. Timilty and Elaine (Benson) of Canton. Sister of Kara Timilty of South Boston, Joseph Jr. and his wife Patricia of Canton, Patrick and his wife MaryBeth of West Roxbury, Senator James and his wife Mary of Walpole, Gregory and his wife Jennifer of Boston and Barton of West Roxbury. Sister in law of Mark Mandeville and his wife Susan of Walpole, John Mandeville of Halifax, Joseph Mandeville of Roslindale, Joan Gniadek and her husband Joseph of Plymouth and Regina Green and her husband Clay of Dallas, NC. Kelly was a loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St. WEST ROXBURY on Saturday, Feb. 4th. at 9am. followed by a Funeral mass in St. Theresa Church at 10 o'clock. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Friday 4-8pm. Interment in Forest Hills Cemetery. Kelly attended St. Gregory's Grammar School in Dorchester, Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart and the University of Maryland. She worked on Capitol Hill on the staff of the late Congressman Joseph Moakley of South Boston. She first ran for Governor's Council in 1996 and won 9 consecutive terms serving 5 Governor's. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Kelly's memory to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation 220 N. Main St. Natick, MA. 01760. For directions andguestbook www.gormleyfuneral.com William J. Gormley Funeral Service 617-323-8600

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 31 to Feb. 3, 2012.

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Kelly Thatcher

January 25, 2023

Requiescat in pace, Kelly. Pray for us.

Thomas Hopkins

January 25, 2023

Rest in Peace kelly
Life was a lot simpler spending time at Walsh Park
Tommy ( Hoppy) Hopkins

Kevin Trayers

January 25, 2019

I'll never enter hummarock beach without scanning the beach for kellys enduring presence there.

October 6, 2012

Miss you everyday Auntie Kel...Mj & Kaitlin

Linda Albin

September 23, 2012

Dear Joe,

I was looking up old friends and was so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter. My condolences and best wishes always.

Linda

Kevin Trayers

March 15, 2012

JIMMY, MY GOD, I'm crying and out of state just learning this..........I"M SO SORRY FOR YOU< AND YOUR FAMILY., AND KELLY. 3/15/2012 JIMMY I'M so sorry, ........KEVIN TRAYERS, the beach gimp, w/the black honda.

Thomas Lynch

February 27, 2012

To Jim Mandeville and the Timilty family,
I just recently heard Kelly had passed away. We are very sorry for your loss.

God Bless... Tom Lynch and Annie Burke

February 24, 2012

Elaine & Joe,
I am so sorry for your loss. I just recently heard that your daughter, Kelly, had passed away. I am sure that Kelly has gone to heaven and is with our Lord.

God bless you,

Terry Kingston

February 9, 2012

Elaine & Joe, You are on my prayer list for your healing. As you probably know, your sister Mary is a very close friend of mine.
Joan Murphy Camber.

February 8, 2012

Joe and Family,

I am truly sorry for your loss....Kelly was a great friend to Teamsters Local 25.....we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers......Sean OBrien

February 6, 2012

Joe Sr and Greg and family, so sorry for your loss, Kelly was a beautiful person. Stay strong. -Joe Burke

February 5, 2012

To the Timilty Family-

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this time of sadness.

The Moran Family

michael mckeon

February 4, 2012

To the Timilty Family.You are in my thoughts and prays.Stay strong for each other.

Paul Russell & Family

February 3, 2012

To Joe and Elaine, the sisters and brothers of Kelly and all her relatives and legions of friends:

I cannot believe I am doing this as it seems like a dream as these things are not supposed to happen to someone so young, so beautiful and so full of life. And Kelly was all of that and more. Always a beautiful and sweet young lady, she was one you would always love to meet.

On behalf of my entire family, I want to express our sincere grief and condolences over Kelly's death.

We were taught, "We know not where or when," but it is still so difficult and painful to accept something like this.

As St. John (15:16) tells us of the words of Jesus who said, "Remember, man, it was not you who chose Me but I who chose you." In choosing Kelly, He knew what he was getting and what a beautiful choice it was.

I regret that I will be unable to be with you tomorrow in person but I will definitely will be there in spirit.

I know that Kelly is Resting in Peace and while I pray for her, I also pray for those she loved and left behind, thsy will have te courage and strength to endure the heartache which lies in from of them for the next few days and Unti We Meet Again!

Alex and Nancy Geourntas

February 3, 2012

Our sincere condolences to the entire Timilty Family. Kelly will be greatly missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Rep. Hank Naughton

February 3, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with your wonderful family. Kelly was beautiful inside and out. She will be missed. I will ask our little group to remember her at our Catholic service on Sunday

February 3, 2012

Joe & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss,as I was the receptionist at Joe's office for years, and always remember the calls from Joe's family, they were all so pleasant and Kelly always made me laugh. May the closeness of your family give all of you peace. LIlian Hardy

Carpenters 535

February 3, 2012

Our sencere condolences to the Timilty and Mandeville families

Dorothy Kelly Gay

February 3, 2012

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

Annette Gear

February 3, 2012

When the lord takes our loved ones home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. May these many happy memories carry you all through this very sad time. (Annette Gleeson Gear and family)

Dan Foley, Jr.

February 3, 2012

My sincere condolences to the entire Timility family for the loss of Kelly. The Timility family has and continues to serve the people of the Commonwealth with distinction. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Billy Bell

February 3, 2012

My condolences to Kelly's husband and the rest of her family. I never met her but remember meeting her father in Revere City Hall. The apple did not fall far from the tree. I am sure that Kelly is in heaven now fighting for some worthwhile cause. sincerely Billy Bell , former Revere City Councilor

Mary and Jim Collins and family

February 2, 2012

From the Collins family to the Timilty family:
Kelly, and you all, are in our prayers. Faith, Family and Friends will see you through this sad time.

Thomas McCarron

February 2, 2012

My sincere condolences to Senator Joe Timilty and all of the family on the loss of Kelly. She served both her consitiuents and family with honor. May she rest in peace.

Tom Sweeney

February 2, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Patrick Scanlan

February 2, 2012

To the Timilty family and to all Kelly's extended family, especially her husband.

My heartfelt sysmpathy on your loss. While I worked at the state house I had the privilege of speaking with Kelly on numerous occasions she was kind, thoughtful and unpretentious. She tried her best to help people and did a fabulous job in serving the Commonwealth.

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

February 2, 2012

Too young, too soon a tragic loss of a truly nice person who made everyone laugh. Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire Timilty family. God bless. John F. Rooney and family Palm Coast, Fl. (Roslindale)

John Craven

February 2, 2012

So sad. I am very sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.

February 2, 2012

Timilty/Mandaville family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this sad, sad time. Hoping memories will help bring comfort and strength in your sorrow.


Katherine and Paul Burke
Norwwod, MA

Kristen Schaffner

February 2, 2012

Elaine, Joe, Kara, Joey, Packie, James, Gregory, Bart & Jim, when I think of Kelly, I of course, think of my many cherished childhood memories filled with laughter, loyalty, fun, mischievousness, silly teenage girl antics, an unbreakable bond & admiration. As you know well, we were inseparable during a very important time in our lives. Not to mention, I was honored to have Kelly standing by my side as one of my treasured bridesmaids during another what will always be a cherished time in my life.
Although our respective adult life paths distanced us, I've had & always will have a very special place in my heart for my dear friend, Kelly Ann Timilty! Jim, I never had the pleasure of meeting you, but being Kelly's husband I'm certain you are a wonderful & blessed man. Please accept my most sincere & hearfelt condolences...I'm so very sorry for your monumental loss...May God bless & take care of all of you during this very difficult time! xo

Judy Meredith

February 2, 2012

Dear Elaine and Joe

I was so sorry to read about your terrible loss. I remember Kelly from the 79 campaign and worked with her a little bit at the Council, and she was always warm, friendly and sweet -- except when she was angry about someone getting a bum deal from some obscure government agency. Then she was tough, passionate and relentless. That apple did not fall far from the tree.

Love and Peace to you all,

Judy Meredith

Kathy Curley

February 2, 2012

Kara & Family, I am so sorry to hear of Kelly's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Kathy

Lynne-Marie Reveliotis

February 2, 2012

I'm very saddened to hear this news. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with your family.

TIM & PAT HICKEY

February 2, 2012

DEAR JOE AND FAMILY, PAT AND I WERE SORRY TO HEAR OF KELLY'S PASSING.BE ASSURED WE WILL KEEP KELLY AND YOUR FAMILY IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS THIS WEEKEND AT MASS HERE IN FLORIDA. MAY KELLY REST IN PEACE.

Kelly Robertson

February 2, 2012

To The Mandaville & Timilty Family:

My thoughts & prayers are with you all through this difficult time. Kelly will be truly missed.

Liz Trayers-Wohlwend

February 2, 2012

Words just can't express the sadness we feel with Kelly's passing. Our heartfelt prayers and sympathy goes out to all of the family. May God bless and keep all of you in His care during this difficult time.

tom trapasso

February 2, 2012

Kelly will be missed by all, she was and is a beautiful person.
God Bless Kelly and her loving family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
Tom Trapasso and family

Michael and Walter Sullivan

February 2, 2012

To the Timilty/Mandeville Family:

Please accept our deepest sympathies. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

Michael and Walter Sullivan

Jim Mahoney & Jeanie Gottwald

February 2, 2012

Dear Jimmy,
We are thinking of you in friendship & sympathy during this heart breaking time. Kelly was a beautiful person and we are blessed to have known her.
Our memories of fun times spent together will stay in our hearts always.
Warmly,

February 1, 2012

Jimmy,

I was so sad to hear of Kelly's death. There are no words to express my heartfelt sympathy to you and the entire Timilty family. While there is nothing I can say that will ease your loss, I wanted you to know that I am grieving and thinking of you.

With love and sympathy,
Krissy Matthews

Spinelli Family

February 1, 2012

The Spinelli Family shares your sadness today. Kelly was a beautiful woman and very special person. Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you today and always.

Billy & Susan DeNapoli

February 1, 2012

Kara and the rest of the Timilty Family, We are very sorry for your loss of this beautiful person. May you find comfort in the lasting memories of Kelly. God Bless you all and may Kelly rest in peace.

Sncerely

Eileen Donoghue

February 1, 2012

I remember Kelly as a smart and lovely girl when I taught her in sixth grade.
Prayerfully, Eileen Donoghue

Maura Hennigan

February 1, 2012

To Jim and the entire Timilty Family, I am so sorry for your loss of Kelly. I am shocked and saddened that she is gone. Over the many years that I have known her she has always been a kind and caring person to me and everyone that she met. She was a wonderful public servant and a good person. I hope it gives all of you some comfort to know how much your loss is shared by so many people. Rest in peace, Kelly, and may God bless you.

moe quinn

February 1, 2012

Words can not express how saddened I am to hear the news of Kelly's death. I have so many memories of Kelly that go back to the ninth grade at Newton. We would cause all kinds of trouble and somehow I was always the only one who would get caught. Kelly enjoyed reminding me of that for the rest of her life. Kelly was an original in every way. She was loyal and brave. I feel so lucky to be fortunate to call Kelly my friend...I'll miss you Kel and I love you. Save a seat for me... --- Moe Quinn

Nanci Cohen

February 1, 2012

My deepest sympathy to Kelly's family.
Kelly and I were friends while attending Newton Country Day School. She was part of what made my high school years special and responsible for putting a smile on my face every day. I am greatful for the laughter and hug we shared at our school reunion May of 2011.

michael akashian

February 1, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lori and Michael Akashian

February 1, 2012

Joe & Elaine, my deepest sympathies to you on the loss of Kelly. I read Greg's article that Kelly was his babysitter. I was Kelly's babysitter on Donwood Terrace when you started your family. Every time I have seen the Timilty name, I have thought of Kelly. My thoughts are with you. You are a great couple. Linda Flannery (formerly Linda Mahon)

February 1, 2012

MAY THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS HAVE MERCY ON THE SOUL OF KELLY. OUR CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO ALL HER FAMILY.- FRANCIS AND MARIE GRIFFIN AND FAMILY OF BRIGHTON.

tom (hoppy) hopkins

February 1, 2012

My sincere condolences for the sudden loss of Kelly. I have fond memories from childhood at Walsh Park with Kelly. respectfully Tommy(Hoppy) Hopkins

Kelly Thatcher

February 1, 2012

To the Timilty Family,

My prayers for Kelly and her wonderful family haven't stopped. May the Lord welcome Kelly into his arms, and may Our Lady continue to comfort you all.

Jim Spriggs

February 1, 2012

Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go to Jim and the Timilty family at this difficult time. Jim Spriggs & Mary Walsh from Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts 02130

Myrtle Huggins

February 1, 2012

Sorry to hear about Kelly, My prayers are witrh the family. I still remember her growing up on Marykwnoll st. in mattapan. I hope your faith will provide strength for you and the family .

Drew and Rachel Kilmer

February 1, 2012

Mr. T and Family,

We are so deeply sorry for your loss. May your faith provide strength and comfort to you during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Liz Scully

February 1, 2012

Dear Kara and the Timilty family: I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed spending time with Kelly when she was visiting South Boston. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this sad time.

Robin Vaughan

February 1, 2012

Councilor Timilty was my sponsor when I was appointed as Clerk Magistrate of the Stoughton District Court. She was extremely kind and gracious thoughout the confirmation process. May her memory be a blessing to her family.

Sherry, Bobby Suzanne and Jackie Rooney

February 1, 2012

Jimmy and all of the Timilty family. Words can not express our sadness through this very difficult time. We all have wonderful memories of our times spend with Kelly, and will keep them in our hearts forever. She was one of my closest friends and very much loved. She will be sorely missed and our prayers are with all of you.

Pamela Totas-Mortazavi

February 1, 2012

My sincere condolences to the Timilty family. I have fond childhood memories of Kelly from our summers at Humarock.

My prayers are with you.

Brian Wallace

February 1, 2012

To Joe and family. Words can't express how sorry I am for your loss. Kelly was a dear friend who always gave me a hug and a smile. I will always remember her as my co-host on the St. Patrick Day telecasts. We had a lot of fun. The Timilty family is a class act, as was Kelly, and you are all in our prayers

Terrance Flynn

February 1, 2012

My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Timilty and Mandeville families on their loss. I have fond memories of meeting, and working with Kelly in Congressman Moakley's office. May she rest in peace.

Karen MacIsaac

February 1, 2012

Jimmy,
My sincere condolences to you and Kelly's family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbie Stewart

February 1, 2012

Jim and family, my heartfelt sympathy to all of you with the loss of your sister, daughter and wife. May God and his angels wrap you in the comfort of their wings during this difficult time.

February 1, 2012

Dear Joe, Elaine, Jim and family ~
My heart is aching for you. All through the years of Kelley's accomplishments, what comes to my mind is the beautiful baby in her nip-nap chair at Maryknoll Street. Then I see a beautiful women at peace with her Lord. May that peace come upon you as you struggle during this most difficult time.
Love always,
Honey Dotoli Vaughan

Kathy Hurley Hanefeld

February 1, 2012

Jimmy, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family and are in my thoughts and prayers.

Elaine & Michael Keigher

February 1, 2012

Jimmy,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Kelly was such a kind, caring and thoughtful person who will forever be missed.
With great sadness and heartfelt sympathy to you and the Timilty family.

Carolyn Bonaceto

February 1, 2012

Jimmy and all of Kelly's family, Gerard and I are so very sorry for your loss. Kelly was such a nice person. We will keep you all in our prayers through this difficult time.

-Carolyn and Gerard Bonaceto

February 1, 2012

My Deepest Sympathy to Kelly's family, Great loss to Boston. I was introduced to Kelly several times by my dear friend Tommy Claugherty, she had such potential for even higher office in her shortened political career.
Marian G. Baker

Richard Clayman

February 1, 2012

Our sincere condolences---Richard & Deborah Clayman from Chelsea

Eddie Derba

February 1, 2012

Sad and shocking. My condolences to the Timilty family.

Senator Richard Moore

February 1, 2012

Joanne and I extend our deepest sympathies to Kelly's husband, Jim, and the Timilty Family. Kelly was a gracious and effective member of the Governor's Council. Her record of public service and the help she gave to so many people she met along the way are an example to everyone in public life. Her wisdom and guidance will be missed in state government.

Tom Groves

February 1, 2012

My deepest condolences to Jim and all of the Timilty family on the shocking untimely death of Kelly. It was my pleasure to have known Kelly and she is in our thoughts and prayers. Tom and Donna Groves and family.

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