Robert-Kelly-Obituary

Robert Edward "Bob" Kelly

Old Lyme, Connecticut

Oct 4, 1927 – Nov 27, 2024

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BORN
October 4, 1927
DIED
November 27, 2024
LOCATION
Old Lyme, Connecticut

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Old Lyme - You can hear the sound of the baseball thumping in the night, as Bob and Scott are warming up once again. Robert "Bob" Edward Kelly went to the diamond in the sky Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024, at the age of 97. He lived a full and robust life with his wife Sandra (née Nussel). They had...

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To the Kelly Family, We extend our deepest condolences to your entire family. Mr. Kelly was a true legend. At family gatherings, he could always be counted on to share incredible first-hand stories about his former teammates-baseball greats like Bob Feller, Johnny Vander Meer, Frankie Frisch, and Pete Rose. As inspiring as those stories were, his greatest joy came from speaking about his family. Mr. Kelly was a true gentleman, both on and off the field, and he will be deeply missed by all...

To Jeff, Kevin and the Kelly family. As you know your dad was a special person. I look back on the years growing up in the neighborhood as a most enjoyable time. The way that your father made everyone laugh and feel special was a real gift. It didn´t matter if it was heading to east beach, playing football across the street or teaching us how to play baseball and enjoy it. He did it with patience and laughter and a smile. My brothers and I talk about him all the time when we get together and...

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Mr. K was one of the kindest people we had the great pleasure to know. We send our heartfelt condolences to Kara and all in the Kelly - Berry family.

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We are sorry to learn of Bob´s passing. He was a wonderful man and we enjoyed his stories about baseball. We are sorry to miss the service at Christ Lutheran Church as we will be out of town. May God bless you all.

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Kara and family, I´m so sorry to hear of your dad´s passing. Sending you prayers and hugs!! Tina Macdonald Doody

Dear family I'm so sorry for your loss May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Although these are difficult times, know that the God of comfort can give you the strength needed to cope during your time of sorrow. Wishing you comfort and peace Community Volunteer