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Joseph Kelly Obituary

Joseph H. Kelly III LAKE KATRINE- Joseph H. Kelly, III, 47, of Doris Lane, Lake Katrine, died Saturday July 13, 2013 as a result of a motorcycle accident. Born in Kingston on September 22, 1965, he is the son of Joseph H. Jr. and Margaret “Peggy” (McDermott) Kelly. Joe graduated from Kingston High School in 1983. He went on to Dutchess Community College and received an associate's degree in arts. He attended the Culinary Institute of America, became a N.Y.S. Licensed Paramedic and was owner of Joe Kelly's Advanced Pest Management. He enjoyed photography, raising and racing pigeons, cycling and was an avid outdoorsman. Surviving in addition to his parents is his wife, Karen (Shultis) Kelly of Lake Katrine; his children, Noel M. Kelly and Justin of Kingston, Ryan J. Kelly of Lake Katrine, and Justin M. Kelly of Lake Katrine; his brother, Alan R. Kelly and his wife Theresa of Stone Ridge; granddaughter, Charlee; nephews, Kyle A., Evan R. and Alan A. Kelly. Funeral and cremation arrangements are under the guidance of the Joseph V. Leahy Funeral Home, Inc., 27 Smith Avenue. www.jvleahyfh.com Memorial visitation will be held Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A funeral service will take place 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Inurnment will follow in Hurley Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy in lieu of flowers may be made in the form of contributions to Saint Judes Children's Research Hospital 501 Saint Jude Place Memphis, Tenn., 38105-1942.

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Published by the Daily Freeman from Jul. 17 to Jul. 18, 2013.

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Tracy Kimmel

October 26, 2013

I just learned of his passing today. I will miss your good cheer and sage professional advice. I was just a customer for 15 years, but I also considered Joe a friend. My condolences to your family, who I know you loved more than anything. With fond memories, Tracy Kimmel

August 26, 2013

We were longtime clients of Joe but considered him a friend. He was intelligent, had an excellent sense of humor and above all was a decent, good-hearted human being. We were deeply saddened by his tragic death at 47. Our sympathies to all those who loved him.
--Peter Freiberg and Joe Tom Easley

July 23, 2013

I have known u since kindergarten..thought i was seeing you at our reunion this weekend. Good bye my friend..see you in the next life. RIP

July 21, 2013

Our sincere and heartfelt condolences; Joe was a great, simpatico guy and will be sorely missed.

Chuck Muckle and Lance Ringel, Rhinecliff, NY

Gordon Haaland

July 21, 2013

To the Kelly family,I am so sorry for your loss.I only meet joe a few times through Alan.Joe was a great guy.God Bless

Gordon Haaland

July 21, 2013

my deepest sympathy goes out to the kelly family,I only met joe a few times through Allen,He was a great guy.I am so sorry for your loss.

april

July 20, 2013

Noel and Charlee I am very sorry to hear of your dad's passing.

Joe Corbett

July 20, 2013

Justin - You are in my prayers...

July 20, 2013

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

Kevin McColgan

July 20, 2013

Dear, Kyle, Alan, And Family
I'm very so sorry of the passing of your uncle Feel Better.
Kevin F McColgan from Rondout Middle School Junior High

Diann Keyser

July 20, 2013

Sincere sympathies to Joe's family. I was a classmate of Joe. He was a good guy. Prayers for peace at this time.

Geraldine Prideaux

July 19, 2013

We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to Joe Kelly's family. We were greatly saddened to hear the tragic news.

Peter Politi & Geraldine Prideaux

Duane Knapp

July 18, 2013

To the Kelly family my Deepest sympathy Joe was a real good man a couple of buddies and myself shot sporting clays with him he will be missed

July 18, 2013

Karen, Justin, Ryan and the entire Kelly Family,
My deepest sympathies to all of you over such a tragic loss. Joe will be greatly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. With love, JoAnn Jocelyn

CATSKILL PIGEON CLUB

July 18, 2013

TO THE KELLY FAMILIES THE CATSKILL PIGEON CLUB IS VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,GOD BLESS YOU

July 18, 2013

Noel, Charlee and the Kelly family:

My thoughts and prayers are with you all through this tragic time. I am so sorry for your loss.

Love Lisa

Jennifer Organtini Judware

July 18, 2013

To the Kelly families,
Your families are in our thoughts during this difficult time.

July 18, 2013

Karen, Justin and Ryan
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies are with you all through this trying time.
Love John & April

Pam Hidecker

July 18, 2013

Karen, Justin and Ryan,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my prayers.

July 18, 2013

Peg, Joe,& Families,
There are no words to describe this pain. I am deeply so sorry for your loss.You have my most heartfelt sympathy. Helen Caunitz

July 18, 2013

Peggy and Joe,so sorry for your lost my prayers are with you Donna Brennan

July 18, 2013

Karen, Ryan, and Justin:
My sincere and deepest sympathies on your loss.

Frank Sloboda
Lake Katrine, NY

michelle

July 18, 2013

I don't were to start. I'm so sorry for ur loss he was my friend and u as parents r friends each other. What a small world we kids lived in. Peggy and family so sorry. Just remember he always smile so when the sky is bright weather rain or shine it Joe looking down and saying I'm ok me & cindy got it coverd lov ya. From michelle

Cheryl Herdman

July 17, 2013

My Dear Peggy and Joe and Family
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all.

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