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JAMES J. KIELY Jr.

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Murphy Funeral Homes - Falls Church

1102 West Broad Street

Falls Church, Virginia

JAMES KIELY Obituary

JAMES JOSEPH KIELY, JR.
On Monday, November 26, 2012, of Southport, NC. Devoted husband of Sue Clements Kiely; father of Matt (Amanda), Katie and Maggie Kiely. Survived by sisters, Peggy (Tony) Rezza and Mauri (Bob) McKee; many loving nephews, nieces, grandnephews and grandnieces. Preceded in death by his parents, James J. And Catherine N. Kiely. Friends may call at the Murphy Falls Church Funeral Home, 1102 W. Broad St. (Rt. 7) on Sunday, December 2 from 3 to 6 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 a.m.. Monday, December 3 at St. Timothy Catholic Church, 13807 Poplar Tree Rd., Chantilly, VA. Private burial to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials to be made to Platt Caddie Scholarship (gapgolf.org), Lower Cape Fear Hospice (www.hospiceandlifecarecenter.org), and Foundation of AFAUSSS, 525 SW 5th St., Suite A, Des Moines, IA 50309.

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Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 1, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for JAMES KIELY

23 Entries

Jack Kilkenny

November 29, 2013

Jimmie was my closest friend growing up, although we parted ways in high school he was still a great friend and companion. I am so sorry to learn of his paasing at such a young age. He always had a smile on his face, and we had great times together on college ave. Take care Jim I am thinking and praying for you often
Jack Kilkenny Hershey,Pa

December 12, 2012

Sue, so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. Jim and I started in the Secret Service in the Washington Field Office. We shared the love of sports which created a bond. Thinking of Jim brings a smile to my face. He was a great, sincere and funny man. Although it's been years, I will always consider him a friend.
Pat Sullivan
San Diego

Kevin O'Connor

December 7, 2012

It was a great honor to have worked church and community projects with Jim. For the brief 3 years that I knew Jim through the Southport Sacred Heart Knights of Columbus I never saw him without a positive, can do attitude. Our hearts go out to his entire family both in NOrth Carolina and Vrginia.

Jenny Tigney

December 5, 2012

I hope that I may be able to live by Uncle Jim's example and lead a life worthy of praise. He taught me what unconditional love and support truly looks like and I can say that Uncle Jim supported me in everything I did, even if he didn't always agree with it. He made sure I always knew how much he loved me. I will do my very best to honor him in all that I do each and every day and strive to live by his example. I know that he is keeping my Dad company. Until we meet again. Always in my heart.

Philena Harrington

December 3, 2012

I will always think of you on my birthday, because you always remembered my birthday. I will see you again when it's my time to go home.

Maria Hovard

December 3, 2012

Jim was an amazing person who will be missed by everyone who knew him.
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.

December 3, 2012

Dear Susie, I remember when Jim came to me to thank me for being so good to you when we were all in NYC together. That's the way he was; you and family were first. Then another time, he called me to see if I could help a woman in distress over work-related legal problems. I had not seen him for a while, but I will always remember this wonderful man. My sincerest condolences and my love to you, Susie. Janine

Matthew Thomas

December 3, 2012

Jim embodied patriotism, service, and compassion. He was a great leader and exemplary mentor. God bless has family during their time of sadness.

Caryn Franca

December 3, 2012

Walking with you through this grief journey. I am here to talk anytime. I remember those first weeks. I am just so sorry. What a special family you have!
Caryn and Jim Franca, Clifton Va.

Phil Luke

December 2, 2012

Jim was a wonderful boss and friend. He touched many lives and will be greatly missed. May God bless his wonderful family.

Jim and Teri Jones

December 2, 2012

Sue, it was with great sadness to learn about Jim's passing. Jim will always be remembered as a great husband, father and neighbor. We are so sorry for your loss.

Emily Bardeen

December 2, 2012

Suzie and everyone,
My heart goes out to all of you. Uncle Jim is a permanent part of the story of our lives, and we will never, ever forget him. May God grant you peace. Love, Emily

Donna & Ralph Ainger

December 1, 2012

We were shocked and saddened to learn of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Sue, Matt, Maggie, Katie.

Lee Burton

December 1, 2012

I was saddened to learn of Jim's sudden death. He was a really nice guy who always had a smile and kind word. I will miss his steadfast support of the KofC 'tootsie roll' program. My thoughts and prayers are with Sue and her family at this time.

Bob McKee

December 1, 2012

Such an amazing uncle to me and family man and friend who truly lived out the Jesuit ideal of a Man For Others. His sudden passing is such a sad event but I am at least proud to be here to celebrate his life with his family and friends, especially Suzie, Matt, Katie, and Maggie.

Whitney Hardy

December 1, 2012

While Mr. Kiely left us all too soon, I am confident that his three amazing children will carry on his legacy throughout their lives. Mrs. Kiely, Matty, Katie, and Maggie, my thoughts, love, and prayers are with you.

Jim giving his best man speech at our wedding on September 29, 2012

Amanda Kiely

December 1, 2012

I was blessed to have known Jim for over 5 years as I dated his son Matt. I got to know him as a genuinely nice and humorous family man who always put his faith and family first. He made me feel welcomed at all the family events and went the extra mile to ask questions about what's going on in my life. I'm happy he was able to be the best man at our wedding this September, and although it was too brief, very honored to call him my father-in-law. I'm grateful that my husband Matt has many of his wonderful character traits and know his legacy will live on with Matt, Katie, Maggie, Sue and the rest of our family. We'll miss him dearly, but I know a part of him will always be present at every family event :).

Kristi Hughes

December 1, 2012

An amazing Uncle... truly loved and deeply missed already.

November 30, 2012

Dear Sue and family,
We share your loss and grief and can only hope that fond memories and time will heal the pain of sorrow.
John and Lynda MacGregor

Sara Hansson

November 30, 2012

Jim was an incredible person and I will always remember him. My thoughts go out to his family.

Tomas Rios

November 29, 2012

Mr.Kiely was one of the nicest people I ever met. He accepted me from the moment I met him and always made me feel like part of the family. I'm going to miss talking baseball and his annual Kentucky Derby pool, which I still haven't won. He was a role model and truly a great person.

Michael Shepelak

November 29, 2012

So sorry to hear of Jim's sudden passing. Our deepest sympathy to Suzie and the children. I have many fond memories of Jim as an assistant coach in baseball & basketball. We had a lot of fun together along with George. Jim will be greatly missed by all but our fond memories of the good times with Jim will live on.
Mike ,Donna,Michael & Brandon Shepelak -Centreville Va

George (and Mark and Eric) Stalcup

November 28, 2012

Jim was a wonderful friend. He coached both of my sons in their youth basketball and baseball teams. I saw with clarity over the past 25 years what a wonderful father he was to his kids, as well as a husband to Sue. I will dearly miss Jim, his friendship, and his humor. May God bless Sue, Matt, Katie and Maggie.

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