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Robert Kelly Obituary

KELLY Robert Emile Kelly passed away at home on Wednesday, June 29, 2011 at the age of 64. His final days were spent surrounded by his family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Martha Stuckey Kelly and by his three sons, Jason, Brent, and Robert, Jr.; two wonderful daughters-in-law, Niki Kelly and Brenda Kelly; and also the proud grandfather of Shane, Vivian, and Mason Kelly. Bob is the son of Thomas Jules Kelly of Milwaukie, Oregon and the late Dorothy Matherne Kelly of New Orleans. Bob is preceded in death by his siblings, Judith Kelly Sawyer and Thomas Jules Kelly, Jr., both of Milwaukie, Oregon. He will be fondly remembered and missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, and many wonderful friends. Mr. Kelly served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War and retired from the New Orleans Police Department in 1999. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Friday, July 1, 2011 at 2:00 PM. Visitation will begin at 12:00 PM. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Jun. 30, 2011.

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July 11, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons.

Bess Burt

nancy fortier

July 9, 2011

Bob will always be remembered. He brought laughter to my life so many times as he was always so full of life and I don't ever remember a sad moment with him - just laughter - although I do remember his screaming :o) when our kids got out of hand. I cherish the many times my family spent with the five of you. I have always considered your family my family.

Fondly,

Nancy

Hoob

July 7, 2011

My condolences to the Kelly Family. Bob was a hell of a Guy and a hell of a Cop.
Robert Emile Kelly "Rest in Peace!"

St. Joseph Hospice

July 5, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

CRAIG PETERSEN, Ret. NOPD

July 4, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Bill Allison

July 3, 2011

While Bobby was up here visiting had the greatest time with him.He is now with his brother and sister waiting for us to join him.

This earth is a little less brighter. We can guess God was feeling a bit gloomy and needed to brighten up heaven.

Susan Ward

July 1, 2011

My condolences to the family. It was wonderful to share the event with Bob and his family and friends two weeks ago. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Darryl Martin

July 1, 2011

Brent
I just learned of your dad's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts.

July 1, 2011

Brent and family- I was sorry to hear about your Dad when my Mom told me. You're in our prayers. Stephanie Stein Badinger and Jack Badinger

Joe Lorenzo

July 1, 2011

Bob will be missed by all of us who were touched by him. There was never a dull moment when Bob was around. He was also a very good cop. I learned a great deal from him. My condolences to the Kelly Family. You are in our prayers.

July 1, 2011

Martha & Family,
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts & Prayers.
Ron & Shirley Hunsucker

Derrick & Stephanie Stensrud

July 1, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. You are on our minds and in our hearts. All our best to you and your family, Brent.

July 1, 2011

Brent and Family - Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your father. Chris & Adrienne Dunn

Boris Palacios and Family

July 1, 2011

Mrs. Martha, Jason, Brent, and Rob, my firmest condolences to you all for your loss. You are all in our thought and prayers.

June 30, 2011

Many a night we shared laughs on Moss Street. One of the kindest souls I've ever met, and you will be missed, my friend. Lt. Sid Bournes

Andrea Taylor NOPD Communcations

June 30, 2011

My condolences to the Kelly family... Robert "Bob" Kelly was a fun loving guy. We laughed a many of days with him in the NOPD Communications Center. He will not be forgotten...

Donald Fraser

June 30, 2011

Martha,
Love you and my thoughts are with you. We can all find joy knowing that up in Heaven there's a laugh fest going on right now and Bob is the reason why.

Daniel Mitchell

June 30, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I'll always hold your family close in my thoughts.

Molly Boczkowski

June 30, 2011

Martha, Jason, Brent and Robert, I'm so sorry for your loss and I want you to know my thoughts are with you.

Bill Richins

June 30, 2011

He was a good friend and a kind soul. I'll miss him when I watch the Saints. I am sure he scored a touchdown in the hereafter.

Brian Allison

June 30, 2011

love all of you, take care

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