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Matthew Kelly Obituary
Born in Attleboro, MA, a son of the late Matthew F. and Catherine (Clark) Kelly, he lived in Riverside for 37 years.
Mr. Kelly was a turban operator for the Narragansett Electric Co. for 35 years before retiring in 1978. Matthew was a member of the Riverside American Legion Post #10, the Riverside Bishop Hickey Knights of Columbus and the 43rd Signal Co.
Mr. Kelly was a United States Army Veteran serving during World War II. He served in the Pacific Theatre and participated in several major campaigns including, the Guada Canal.
He is survived by two daughters; Patricia M. Brooks of North Kingstown and Mary K. Nadeau of Shirley, MA, seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He was the brother of the late Margaret M. Mercier.
His funeral will be held Thursday, October 23, 2008 from the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNER AL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 8:45 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Francis de Sales Church, School Street, North Kingstown at 11 a.m. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Mount St. Mary's Cemetery, East Providence. Calling hours are Wednesday 6-8 p.m.
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Angie and Ken Barkey
October 31, 2008
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. All of you are in our prayers.
JJ Brooks
October 24, 2008
Grandpa,
From the time I was young I remember you being this egntle giant to me. You were so tall, but such a kind and compassionate man. You would get down on the floor and play with your trains with me. You and grandma always had cupcakes waiting for us at your house. I remember being at your apartment when the Patriots one their first Super Bowl because you were happy that they could win it for me and Mike. Whatever made us happy made you happy. I remember bursting into tears when i talked to you after the Red Sox won the World Series in 2004 and I burst into tears because we finally did it Grandpa! We saw them win it all. I know I never saw you enough and I am sorry I did not come around often enough. I miss you Grandpa, but I know your in good hands with Grandma
kelly-ann brooks
October 22, 2008
i love you grandpa i will always and forever cherish the time i had with you
Mark and Jan Fife
October 22, 2008
Very sorry to hear of your loss. We'll be thinking of you!
The Brothers & Sisters of Local 310 UWUA
October 21, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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