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Dorothy Kelly Obituary

Dorothy L. Kelly (nee LeCates), 82, Dorothy L. Kelly (nee LeCates), 82, of West Chester, formerly of Havertown, PA passed away on March 15, 2013. Born in Cincinnati, OH, she was the daughter of Rebecca (Clausman) and Robert P. LeCates, both deceased. Dorothy graduated from West Chester University and made the Dean's list all four years. She earned her Master's degree from University of Pennsylvania. She was a school teacher in the Haverford School District. Dorothy was active in the Haverford Township Historical Society. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and traveling. Survivors: She was the beloved wife for 63 years of Francis "Corkey" J. Kelly, Jr.; loving mother of the Honorable Kevin F. Kelly and Kathy J. Kelly; dear grandmother of Ava Raimondi, Kyle Kelly and Devin Kelly. She is also survived by her sister, Lois Jones. Services: Family and friends are invited to her Memorial Service 11:00 AM, Saturday, March 23, 2013, at the Donohue Funeral Home, 1627 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 19382, 610-431-9000, where friends may greet the family 9:30-11:00 AM. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers: memorial contributions may be made to the Haverford Township Historical Society, P. O. Box 825, Havertown, PA 19083, www.haverfordhistoricalsociety.org. Online condolences: www.donohuefuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Daily Times from Mar. 18 to Mar. 19, 2013.

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Neal Basile

October 3, 2013

Mrs. Kelly was my fifth grade teacher at Preston School. She was one of the best teachers I ever had. Sorry to hear of her passing.

Terry Irwin

March 27, 2013

I remember quite well coming into her classroom to teach health. She exemplified all the fine qualities of what a teacher should be. Passionate, understanding, intelligent, humorous, determined, and loving. You will be missed. Terry L. Irwin

Ashley Parks

March 27, 2013

I am very sorry to hear of Mrs. Kelly's passing. She was my 6th grade history teacher. She left a lasting impression on me! She was a wonderful teacher and person.

March 27, 2013

Such a fine lady with high standards for her students. She will be missed.
Angela Lord (nee Bruno)

Cathy Angelo

March 26, 2013

So very sorry to hear of Dolly's passing. I remember her fondly from our days together at Haverford Middle School. Just hearing about her passing now. I wish I could have been at her Memorial Service. She was a wonderful mentor for all of the 6th grade teachers.

March 26, 2013

Chris Whiting, Haverford Historical Society

Carolyn Joseph

March 26, 2013

I'll always remember Dolly fondly.

March 25, 2013

Mary Courtney

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