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Matthew Kelley Obituary
Sept. 6, 1968 - Jan. 20, 2012
Resident of San Jose
Matt was born in San Jose and passed away unexpectedly at the age of 43. He was a fifth generation Californian with many ancestors who were founding fathers in Santa Clara County, The Keesling, McChesney, Kelley and Deiss Families. Growing up, he attended schools in the Cambrian and Almaden areas, Tahoe Academy, and DeAnza College. Matt was an avid fan of the Oakland A's, the Detroit Lions and Formula One racing. He loved skiing, traveling and visiting friends. He is survived by his mother Marjorie Anderson of Del Mar, his father Keith Kelley of Mexico, his brother Steve Kelley of San Diego, his sister Jill Bryant of Solana Beach and many much-loved aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He had a tender, loving heart and will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Santa Clara County Humane Society or the Salvation Army in memory of Matt. An inurnment will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 9:30AM, Oak Hill Memorial Park. Brunch will follow at a friend's home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Kelley
Eric Haakenson
February 8, 2012
Why does he always take us so young! Zippy you still make and old school friend smile about our tahoe day`s
Peace be with you on your passing,
Eric Haakenson
Tahoe Academy
Brian Girton
February 7, 2012
I went to school with Matt at Tahoe Academy, he was a great friend and we had some good memmories..He will be missed! R.I.P Matt..
Brian Girton
February 7, 2012
Matt,
I will always remember what a jokester you were and how you made everyone laugh. You were a dear friend that will be deeply missed and forever remembered. May you rest in peace...
mike halley
February 3, 2012
All the best to the family. Matt was my roommate at Tahoe Academy for our senior year. He was a special guy who always enjoyed a good laugh and a deep thought. He will be missed.
Nykki Weissman-Stock
February 2, 2012
To Matts Family,
I was a student at Tahoe Academy with Matt. He truly was one of a kind. I remember he was a great friend, confidant, and comedian. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May the memories you hold of Matt bring you some comfort and joy, as he brought to others. He was truly one in a million and will never be forgotten.
Aunt Jeanne Falcon & Family
February 2, 2012
May you find comfort and mercy in God's love. Our prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Sharon Godwin
February 2, 2012
Thinking of you at this very sad loss . You and your family are in my prayers.
Julie Brunton
February 2, 2012
As we say goodbye to yet another member of our family our hearts go out to Margie and Steven. It truly is our loss and God's gain to have Matt in the heavens. He will be missed by his cousins and always in our thoughts.
Julie and Jim Brunton
February 1, 2012
Dear Margie; I remember you and Matthew when he was in pre-school with our twins.
He was a very sweet person. I am sure he is on a new adventure in a new world. I am so deeply saddened that his time with you was so brief. May the memories of all the beautiful moments you shared ease the sadness of this very difficult time. May his spirit surround you with love and comfort. With Sincere condolences
Mary and Gary Driedger
Anjalika Torres
February 1, 2012
I'd like to send my condolences to Marjorie and the rest of the family. Matt was a dear friend of mine. I was thinking about him the night before and had intended to call him yesterday. So I am very sad to hear that he is no longer with us. I had hoped to hear a funny story or is Matty laugh. He will always be close to my heart and I will live everyday as he did. Loving life and life's simple pleasures. I hope he is with God and at peace. May he bless us all. AMEN
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