Michael T. Kelly

For many of us, the death of someone we know makes us think about how we live our lives. Friday, that happened to me. Mike Kelly was never shy about telling the world what he thought was right -- or wrong. I will remember him as someone who never tempered his position based on what was popular or safe. His death is a tragedy and he will be missed by those who loved him, those who felt as he did, and even those who disagreed with him on a regular basis. The world needs people like Mike who say...

The tragic loss of Michael Kelly brings great sorrow to me and all of his dedicated readers. My heartfelt sympathies go out to his wife, children, and family.

I was fortunate to have attended junior high school with Mike, and was proud to be his friend in those early years of our lives. Even back then, it was evident that Mike was a very special and unique person, destined for greatness. Not surprisingly, he was smart, analytical, and insightful even back then (in the...

I remember Mike when he was a young teen. I was friends with his sister Meg. I have fond memories of riding bikes down to the Market with him and Meg. Mike had a wonderful family who were always very kind to me. I am only sorry I did not keep in touch of the years. My thoughts and prayers are with them now.

In addition to everything else, Mike was the best next door neighbor anyone could have. We loved Mike and will miss him. Our condolences to Max,Tom,Jack the Kelly and Greenberg families and all those who loved him.

I have watched the War and only through journalists like Mr. Kelly was this possible. Thanks to Mr. Kelly we were able to be a participant. My deepest sympathy at your loss and May God Be With You giving you love and peace.

Requiescat in pacem.

Michael Kelly was the journalist of his generation who most resembled George Orwell. In other words, he reached the state of grace to which we all aspire.

It's not just that he was smart and broadly-educated and had a quiet, dry humor, that he was self-effacing, and that he valued the voice of "the common man" over the official or "the expert." Michael Kelly believed fervently in field reporting. Other writers who've reached his stature are content to sit at their desks in...

I sat next to Mike for three years early during his career at The Cincinnati Post. He was a little rough around the edges as a writer when he joined us, but he quickly became a talented journalist. He was single-minded in his pursuit of the great story and was devoted to his craft. Mike also was a best friend, with a great sense of humor. I will miss his great insight and e-mails. Mike always wanted to see for himself, that is why he was in Iraq. We have lost a good one. See you again, Mike...

Michael Kelly wrote with passion and verve. He made The Atlantic a vital magazine filled with new ideas and splended opinions. Finally, his war reporting got you sitting along side the soldiers themselves. He will be deeply missed.