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Nancy Kelly Obituary

KELLY Nancy A. (Lynch), of South Boston, surrounded by her loving family on September 26, 2016. Devoted mother of Sandra J, Walsh, her late husband Joseph of NH, James M. Kelly, his wife Molly of Norwell and Thomas F. Kelly of South Boston. Loving "Bindi" (grandmother) of Tory, Holly, Katie, Kasey Walsh, Kathleen, Jimmy and Rachel Kelly. Dear sister of Thomas F. Lynch of South Boston, the late Edward, John and Arthur Lynch. Former wife of the late City Councilor James M. Kelly. Dear friend of Mary McGonagle of South Boston. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visiting hours in the O'Brien Funeral Home, 146 Dorchester St. SOUTH BOSTON, Friday from 3-8PM. Funeral Mass in St. Brigid Church, 841 East Broadway South Boston, Saturday at 10:00AM. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester. Relatives and friends are invited to attend all services. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Nancy's memory for lung cancer research to MGH Development Office, Attn: Carrie Powers, 125 Nashua St. Suite 540, Boston MA, 02114 (make payable to MGH and include Nancy Kelly on memo) or online at https://giving.massgeneral.org/donate/

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Published by Boston Herald from Sep. 28 to Sep. 30, 2016.

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Susan Brown

November 22, 2016

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To Nancy Kelly's Family, Today I found out that Nancy has passed. You have my sincerest condolences. Nancy was a lot of fun and a friend over the years. God bless you Nancy. In sympathy, Susan Brown, Dedham, MA (formally of Southie)

October 27, 2016

Dear Sandra,Jamie, Tommy, and family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your beautiful Mother. Although we hadn't been in contact since I moved to Virginia, she was always in my heart, I have such fond and fun memories of her. I loved her and our friendship. My daughter Karen sends her sympathy and love as well.
Rest in Peace dear Nancy.
Love Mal

Denise Toomey

October 12, 2016

Sending my condolences to the Kelly Family. She was a Beautiful woman inside & out. May God Bless her soul. Rest In Peace.

October 4, 2016

Dear Sandra, Jamie, Tommy, & Family,

We were so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She truly was a beautiful woman. May many happy memories help during this difficult time and her strong influence continue to guide all her loved ones. With our sincere sympathy -

Jim & Katie (Foley) Flaherty

Caarolyn Wong

October 3, 2016

I am sorry I left Tommy"s name out of my condolence message as I was so upset at Nancy"s passing .To all of Nancy"s family I express my heart felt sorrow. She was truly my best friend,

October 2, 2016

Dear Sandra and Jamie I am so sadden by the loss off your mother Nancy.Nancy was my best child hood friend.I did not not hear of her passing until Friday night.I will always remember our times together,dancing in my mothers kitchen to my 45 records.Just sitting on the door steps sharing our problems .She will always be to me Nancy with the smiling eyes.Carolyn Matanes Wong

Caroline Craig

October 1, 2016

Sandra, Tommy and Jamie and all the grandchildren I am sorry to hear of the passing of Nancy. I remember so many childhood memories I had with Nancy and the family when I was young. My mother Carolyn was a dear friend to her. May she rest in piece and not suffer no more.

M Thompson

September 30, 2016

It can be so hard when we lose a love one but the God of all comfort can help us bear the pain of a loss

Joe, Kim and Liam LoRusso

September 30, 2016

Sandra and Family, I am deeply sadden by the loss of your Mom. My condolances go out to you Sandra and the family. May God Bless You All.

Bev Shea McDonald

September 29, 2016

God put Nancy in my life when I was at my darkest point. She "mothered" me, she never gave up on me, and the radiance from her heart healed me. I will never forget her. She was a gift from God to me for sure.

Tracey & Chelsea Farrenkopf

September 29, 2016

Sandra,
We are sending hugs and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time. You have such great memories of your Mom to cherish.

September 29, 2016

To Nancy's children: Your Mom was put in my life when I was at my darkest point. She "mothered" me, she never gave up on me, she had patience and a radiance from her soul. I hate to think where I would be without her healing love. She was truly an angel in my life. She was a gift that God sent to me for sure. God Bless you Nancy. Bev Shea McDonald

Rob Chase

September 29, 2016

TK sorry to hear about your mom sending my condolences to you and your family

Kellie Lyons

September 29, 2016

I would not be the woman I am today without Nancy's guidance and love throughout my life. She was my second mother. I will always have her with me. So many wonderful memories together. I miss you terribly, Nanc...I love you.

Michael Quirk

September 29, 2016

Nancy was the one the kindest people I have ever met in my life. She was always nice to me and it was very much appreciated.

Dianne Desmond

September 28, 2016

So sadly you will be missed Nancy... So many wonderful memories come to mind . You were a Amazing woman! I will always be grateful you were in my life Nancy. Love Dianne Desmond

Cindy Manning

September 28, 2016

Tommy, sorry about the loss of your mom. Sincere condolences to you and your family.

Cindy Wilkinson Manning
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Louise Madore (Buckley)

September 28, 2016

My deepest condolences to Sandra, Jamie, Tommy and all her grandchildren.
Nancy was someone very special in my life...
She helped me in too many ways to count and always did so with the utmost love and kindness. I learned trust, hope, self-worth, dignity and most importantly, honesty, from her example. I speak of her often to the women I try to help, so her message lives on.
I loved her dearly and she will always hold a special place in my heart! Rest in peace, my sweet friend.

Arvella Hagan

September 28, 2016

My deepest condolences to Nancy's family. What a wonderful friend Nancy was to me. She has helped a lot of people over the years including myself. I wouldn't be here today without Nancy's help and encouragement. I loved her and will miss her.

Anne Rheault

September 28, 2016

Sandra, Jamie, Tommy and grandchildren.
Thank You for sharing your Mom and Bindee with Jillian, Ryan and I . We are very grateful for having her in our lives .
Our condolences for your loss .

Anne Rheault

September 28, 2016

I am going to miss you more then anything or anyone else . You have been my friend , my mother and the only person I have ever trusted with my heart and soul . I know that you are out of pain and in heaven with everyone you have missed and loved .
Please guide me and my girls to stay on the right road in life as we miss you .
Rest In Peace My Beautiful Friend I Love You .

September 28, 2016

may you rest in peace Nancy and our deepest sympathies to her whole family. Love Kathy and Mike Hangis

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