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Joseph Kelly Obituary

Joseph Ryan Kelly VIRGINIA BEACH - On Sunday, Aug. 30, 2009, one of the world's most gentle souls left us with his most adoring companion and man's best friend, Riley, in an automobile accident in Virginia Beach. In a day that will live on in the hearts of all who knew him, Joseph Ryan Kelly, one of God's most sincere and loving children was taken prematurely for a better purpose. Many wonderful memories will be cherished by that of his beautiful wife, Catherine Klett Kelly of Virginia Beach; adoring parents, Michael and Theresa Kelly; and his brother, Mike Kelly Jr., all of Clarksburg, Md. He will also be missed by many other family members and friends. Prior to his life as a devoted husband, Joseph was a Gaithersburg High School graduate, and an employee bettering mankind with his career as an animal research technician with Sobran. Such a tremendous loss cannot be conveyed in words alone. A memorial Mass will be held Wednesday, Sept. 9, starting at 7 p.m. at the Church of the Ascension Catholic Church, 4853 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, with the Rev. Father James E. Parke officiating. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, please send donations to either The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) or the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) in Joseph Ryan Kelly's name. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Southside Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.altmeyer.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot from Sep. 6 to Sep. 8, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Kelly

29 Entries

Michele Patterson-Linden

September 9, 2009

My heart and prayers are with you and your family during this time. I never had the pleasure of meeting Joseph, but knowing Catherine, I'm sure he was absolutely wonderful.

September 9, 2009

Dear Theresa and Family

May God Wrap you in His loving Arms and give you comfort, My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family.

Lourice Shiblie
SC

Joyce Tineo

September 8, 2009

I worked with Joe at SoBran in Norfolk. My heart and life was touched my him. He was truly a very special person. His smile brightened my day every morning. His presence is missed every morning when the doors open at SoBran. My prayers and thoughts are with your family.

September 8, 2009

Theresa and family, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dale Dietzel
Argonne Site Office

Daena Carrera

September 6, 2009

I have had the pleasure of working with Joe...It seems just like yesterday I was calling him and his brother's (Moe and Zack) my sons. He was a hard worker and always pressed to reach higher. He is unforgettable and will truly be missed.

I'm sure Joe is at true peace now,
Closer to God and His angels.

I pray God continue to keep you!

September 6, 2009

Theresa, Michael & young Mike
We send enormous love and support in your time of sorrow and grief. Every parent who has loved a child will bear you up to God in prayer.
Silvia, France, Cydney & Dev.
-Gaithersburg, MD

Richard Shaw

September 4, 2009

Our hearts go out to you and you will be in our prayers.

Love,
The Shaws
Richard, Cynthia, Winston and Patton

Patricia Byrns

September 4, 2009

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

Laura Kelly Hurley

September 4, 2009

Catherine, Michael, Theresa and Michael Jr.,

My heart aches for you and what you are going through right now losing Joe. Please know you have my deepest sympathies and my prayers.

Your loving cousin

Lenora and Staff

September 4, 2009

Please accept our deepest sympathies
14BS.

Theresa Aguirre

September 4, 2009

I had the pleasure of working with Joe. He was certainly one of a kind. Always funny, always caring. He will be missed so very much.
May God bless you all and give you strength.

Patti and Chris

September 3, 2009

To Joe's loving wife, Cat, and family,

We pray that you find peace soon. Please know that our hearts go out to all of you during this difficult time.

Joe will stay in our hearts forever and be missed dearly.

Melissa

September 3, 2009

Cat, Mr. & Mrs Kelly, Mike Jr.

I know you all loved Joe with all your heart. Although no words can really help to ease the loss, just know that you are in my every thought and prayer.

Marco & Milagros Ortiz

September 3, 2009

Mike and Theresa,

My wife and I started praying the moment we knew about Joe's departure and we are sure God's peace will come to your hearts in a special way that will comfort you through His love and the good plans He has for your lives.

Jenni Hamilton

September 3, 2009

Theresa,

Although I only met you a few weeks ago, I felt a sincere connection with you, and my heart so grieves for you and your family now. I pray that God heals your heart and gives you comfort through your pain. I am here for you if you need a shoulder.

Take care and God bless you.

Steven Rossi

September 3, 2009

Dear Theresa. So sorry to hear about your son. Just a note to let you know that I offered today's lunchtime Mass for Joe and requested a plenary indulgence of our Lord for him today. Wishing you and your loved ones the peace that only He can give.

Cynthia Williams

September 3, 2009

Theresa and Family,

Please accept my sincerest sympathies. May God bless you and keep you!

Donna Atkins

September 3, 2009

There are no words for such a loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I pray God be with you.

Melanie Thornton

September 3, 2009

Mike,

I just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you and your family.

Patty & Jerry Sanders

September 3, 2009

Theresa and Mike,

Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you both are very close in every thought and prayer.

Jay Larson

September 3, 2009

We're very sorry for your loss.

Jay, Maureen, Elise and Eric

Janie Minier

September 3, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you. May the love of family and friends carry you through your grief.

Joey Harmon

September 3, 2009

I am very sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace during this time of adversity.

Barry Sullivan

September 3, 2009

Dear Michael, Theresa, and Michael Jr.,

The only condolence I can think of is that Joe now walks with the Lord and that someday we will see him again in heaven for eternity. Please know that our prayers are with Joe and all of you forever.

God be with you,
Barry, Liz, Kristen and Nathan Sullivan

Tina Hands

September 3, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

John & Diane Yates

September 3, 2009

Please accept our deepest sympathies and know that we are are here to support you both in any way we can.

September 3, 2009

Theresa,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Nancy Day

Sharon Betson

September 3, 2009

Theresa and Family,
You have been on my mind and in my prayers. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow. May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.

Sharon Stuart

September 3, 2009

God Bless and keep you through this terrible time. No words can ease the sadness and lose you are dealing with. Hope it brings you some comfort to know that my prayers and thoughts are with you. Our loved ones live in our memories forever.

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