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Jeffrey Kelleher Obituary

KELLEHER, Jeffrey R. "Jeff" 58, of Webster, formerly of Lowell, passed away Friday, January 7, 2011 after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Jeff leaves his wife of 21 years, Kathleen Jewell-Kelleher, the love of his life, one son, Kyle Patrick Kelleher, his pride and joy, his mother, Mary (Mangan) Kelleher of Lowell, two brothers, Jack Kelleher of Lowell and Thomas Kelleher of Portsmouth, NH, one sister, Joyce Glavin of Billerica. Jeff also leaves aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews who loved him and will miss him. Jeff was born in Lowell, son of the late John W. Kelleher. He is predeceased by one brother, James Kelleher. He was a 1970 graduate of Lowell High School. Jeff was a licensed electrician for National Grid for 40 years. He was a member, steward, and Assistant Business Manager for IBEW Local Union 486. He was dedicated to the youth of the community as a basketball coach for St. Louis School and a Webster Little League coach. He was also involved with The Webster Lake Assoc., the Killdeer Island Club, and St. Louis Parish. Calling Hours will be Wednesday, January 12, 2011 from 3 to 8 PM at the Robert J. Miller Funeral Home and Lake Chapel, 366 School St., WEBSTER, MA. The Funeral will be Thursday, January 13, 2011 with a Mass at 10 AM in St. Louis Church, 16 Lake St.,Webster. In lieu of flowers, contributions in suport of Brain Cancer Research may be made to: Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place, West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA. 02445. On Line Guest Book and Directions: RJMillerfunerals.net

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 10 to Jan. 11, 2011.

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Donna Scully

April 26, 2011

Kate & Kyle, I am so very sorry to have found this obituary online. My heart sank. I will always remember our Saturday nights out at the auctions in Newfane. I am so very sorry for your loss. Jeff was a wonderful man who always sported a smile and his love for you, Kate was always evident (and Kyle as well). My thoughts and prayers are with you.

David Heileman

January 16, 2011

Kathy and Kyle,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I was honored to have been a friend of his. I can see him on first base at Town Hill with that big smile on his face. Always the smile.

Doreen Saad-Sacramone

January 14, 2011

My deepest sympathy to Kate and Kyle and to all the family. I knew Jeff from working with him at the Electric Company. A true gentleman and a true representative to the Union. He always spoke about his family. A true family man. I never saw Jeff without a smile.
Doreen Saad Sacramone

Bob Toohey

January 14, 2011

Kathy, Joyce, Jack and Family, Jeff was the most loyal and kind Irish pal. He lived Mr. Lincoln's advice "With Malice towards none and Charity to All." From 1969 on, I loved him right away.

January 13, 2011

Mrs. Kelleher & Kyle
We are sorry for your Loss. Always remember, he will ALWAYS be in your heart and watching over you.
May the Lord be with you and comfort you. You will be in our prayers.
Hans, Diane, Gretchen, Emily & Catherine Heckler

Janis Shihab

January 13, 2011

Kathy and Kyle, my thoughts and prayers have been with you. Huge hugs from Texas. Jeff was so happy when he was at the beach with the two of you. The weather was the best it had ever been in Wells this past summer. I loved the way Jeff was on the beach, in the water, and enjoying the sun no matter what! He was a true "Mainiac" and we will all miss him dearly. His courageous spirit and positive attitude were uplifting to all of us. Your Wells Beach "family of friends" loves you very much. We'll help you any way we can up there.
A day at a time.
Love, Janis

January 13, 2011

Mrs. Kelleher & Kyle
May the Lord be with you at this time and always. Know that we will keep you in our prayers.
Hans, Diane, Gretchen, Emily & Catherine Heckler

Diane (Malburne) Hartigan

January 13, 2011

Dear Kathy & Kyle, Laurel & Joey, Joyce & Jack and the entire Kelleher family,
I'm so sorry that your hearts are broken. May your memories of Jeff bring you light when darkness surrounds you and the knowledge that he loved you all so dearly bring you comfort.

Rest in peace, Jeff.
Love, Diane

LuAnne Bernier

January 13, 2011

Dear Kathy and Kyle, I am so sorry for you loss. Jeffrey was a wonderful kind man who always had a smile on his face. The members of my family who knew him loved him dearly and will miss him. May the Lord see you both through this difficult time.

Richard LeMay

January 13, 2011

I met Jeff many years ago through his dad Jack sr. Jack jr. and Jim at a local 588 IBEW.outing.that is all the family members i know but i wish to express my sincere regrets to all of you on his passing i know first hand how cancer is i lost my dear wife to pancreatic cancer a year & a half ago.Richard LeMay former vice president local 588

Gail (DeLaHaye) Ward

January 12, 2011

Dear Joyce and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jeffrey's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May the wonderful memories you have of him help you at this difficult time.
Love, Gail

Alicia Goudreau

January 12, 2011

My thoughts, prayers and best wishes are with you Kate, Kyle and family/friends during this very difficult time. Jeff and his never ending smile will be sadly missed on the Island.
"What Cancer Cannot Do...
It cannot cripple Love
It cannot shatter Hope
It cannot corrode Faith
It cannot destroy Peace
It cannot kill Friendship
It cannot suppress Memories
It cannot silence Courage
It cannot invade the Soul
It cannot steal eternal Life
It cannot conquer the Spirit"
Author Unknown

"If love could have saved you, you would have lived forever"
Author Unknown

Judy Berthiaume

January 12, 2011

Kate,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Since we spoke back in July, I have thought of you, Jeff and Kyle often. I did not know Jeff personally; however, I recall the many lunch time conversations at Yankee about Jeff and Kyle, your times at the lake, the Red Sox games, etc. I pray that those wonderful memories will help you all through this very difficult time. My sincere thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Your Friend,
Judy Berthiaume

Kimberly Dickmann

January 12, 2011

Kate & Kyle,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you both during this difficult time.

Deepest Sympathy,

Kimberly Dickmann

January 12, 2011

Mrs. Kelleher, Jack, Tom and Joyce. My condolences on Jeffs passing. Way to young. God Bless, Mike Downes.

Paul O'Mara

January 12, 2011

Kate and Kyle my thoughts and prayers are with you, I enjoyed the many years of frendship with Jeff, especially the days he was pushing me on the running trail, he could keep a running conversation going no matter how far we ran or tired we were.

God Bless You

January 11, 2011

Our toughts are with you Kathi & Kyle.
Many warm hugs to you in this tradgic time.
Boel,Orjan,Signe & Li Albacken Sweden

Margaret Hunt

January 11, 2011

Dear Kathy and Kyle,

I am so sad to hear of Jeff's passing. He was such positive person with an infectious smile. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you both.

Now, Peter and Jeff can continue their conversations in heaven about the Red Sox and Yankees.

God bless,
Margaret Hunt

Kimberly Carroll

January 11, 2011

Kate and Kyle, I'm so saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to both of you at this hour of need. God bless you both.

Patricia Clarkson

January 11, 2011

Kathy - my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I enjoyed waiting on you and Jeff at Oxfords and will miss his kindness and interest in people that he met. Remembering the great times will help you get through such a tradegy. Patty

danny josie connor and family

January 10, 2011

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

Denise Jolin

January 10, 2011

Kathy and Kyle my deepest sympathys.Your husband and father is definately someone to look up to his spirit and attitude to never give up always keeps me going.I'll sure miss all the hootin and hollerin next door durin the red sox games(never a quiet game). You will be missed.

John Willen

January 10, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I know Jeff is watching out for all his family and friends just like alway. I'll miss are debates on who's team is better. May God bless you and your family.

Joseph & Debbie Downey

January 10, 2011

May he rest in peace. God best you and your family.

Patricia (Reid) Longtin

January 10, 2011

Dear Mrs. Kelleher, Tommy, Jack and Joyce:

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely, Pat

maureen cimoch

January 10, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Maureen,Joe, Colleen and Christine Cimoch

maureen cimoch

January 10, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss..Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Maureen,Joe Colleen and Christine Cimoch

Skip & Paula Bigelow

January 10, 2011

Dear Kathy, Kyle and the Kelleher family:

Our hearts go out to each of you at this sad time, and we extend our sincerest sympathies. Jeff always had a big smile and a good word whenever we had a chance to chat - he will surely be missed. God bless you all.

January 10, 2011

Our thoughts are with you at this time for the loss of your husband, father, son, brother.
The Desmond-Wilder Family
Nancy, Gary, Cari and Amy

January 10, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Know that Jeff touched our lives with kindness, humor and love and for that we are greatful.
~Cathy & Chris Meloche

Neil & Jan Robinson

January 10, 2011

Dear Kathy and Kyle: Our heartfelt sympathy at your loss. Jeff and I were like brothers and I feel his loss deeply. We will always remember his joyful spirit and great humor. Our hearts are very heavy at his loss. Our love to you all, Neil and Jan Robinson

January 10, 2011

My deepest sympathy for the loss of your brother and son. Sincerely, Karen (Roper) Pringle

January 10, 2011

Dear Kyle and Kathy,So sorry to hear about Jeff. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.Ellen and Neil Duggan

Rick Perkins

January 10, 2011

May God watch over you & your loved ones. Kyle, your dad couldn't be more proud of you! Jeff,Take it easy on Kevin M. & Paul D. ~Rick Perkins

January 10, 2011

Will never forget that smile, that says it all, so glad to have had him in our lives, our love to Kate and Kyle. Mike and Sue Charest

Julie Sullivan

January 10, 2011

Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of grief.

Philip & Lynne Scannell

January 10, 2011

To all the Kellehers-We certainly stayed active in the days at Shedd Park,between park league-Little league and we all began distant running around Shedd and Fort Hill,Thoughts and prayers to all!

January 10, 2011

A true Brother and Friend has been lost, our prayers go out to Kate and Kyle as well as the entire Kelleher Family. The Raymonds

Leo Bernier

January 10, 2011

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

Robbie Somers

January 10, 2011

God bless you and your family.I will never forget the great times we had.You were great friend that always cared.I will always remember your smile and laugh.You will be missed dearly.
Love ya buddy.
P.S. DOWN IN FRONT

Robbie Somers

January 10, 2011

God bless you and your family.We had some great times that I will never forget. You were a great friend that always cared.You will be missed dearly.Love ya buddy Robbie
P.S. DOWN IN FRONT

January 9, 2011

There is an extra star in the sky tonight ~ you will be dearly missed Jeff ~ the Chisholm Family

Bob & Patty Tremblay

January 9, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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