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JOSEPH GELLY Obituary

Gelly, Joseph J. Of Falmouth, formerly of Stoughton and Dorchester, age 80, Sept 16. Husband of 56 years of Mary Elizabeth "Betty" (Cleary) Gelly. Loving Father of Diane E. Govey and her husband Glenn of N. Easton, Ann M. Zucco and her husband Anthony of Bridgewater, Joseph J. Gelly, Jr. and his wife Lynne of Hanover, Paul M. and his wife Kara of PA, Robert E. and his companion Sheryl Siber of FL and Matthew J. and his companion Tara Merola of Cape Cod. He was the brother of the late Marie Moser. Beloved grandfather and "Pere" of Christopher and Sean Govey, Anthony Zucco, Jr., Ryan, Andrew, Lauren, Bridget, Amanda and Bradford Gelly and of Brenna and Braeden Merola. Funeral will be held from Farley Funeral Home, 358 Park St., (Rt. 27) Stoughton on Saturday at 9:15 AM followed by a Funeral Mass at St. James Church, Stoughton at 10:30 AM. Visiting Hours Friday from 4-8 PM. Interment with military honors will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Stoughton. Donations in Joe's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 480 Pleasant St, Watertown, 02472. Directions and obituary at www.farleyfh.com. Farley Funeral Home (781)-344-2676

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 17 to Sep. 18, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
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Jim and Marjie williams

September 11, 2020

Joseph was always a gentle man and a gentleman. He lives on in our hearts
always and in our favourite memories as well.

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Les Swartz

October 24, 2014

Joe,
My condolences to the entire Gelly family. I'll always remember your Dad as he got me my first job back in high school and was a really great person ! I'm very sorry for your loss.

Ann Hall

September 24, 2014

Betty
I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time.

Jared Savas

September 24, 2014

To the entire Gelly family, my deepest sympathies for your loss. I always remember Joe as being a kind and caring man, and I have no doubt your wonderful memories will live on in each of you

Carol Greene

September 23, 2014

Betty, So very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. My condolences to you and your family.

Cindy Cerminara

September 23, 2014

Paul, Kara and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family!

The Cerminara's

Loretta Galanis

September 20, 2014

Thinking of the entire Gelly family at this difficult time.

Ray &Pat Cuthbertson

September 19, 2014

Gelly family
Sorry to hear of loss.Our deepest sympathy goes out to the whole Gelly family at this time. Our prayers are with you all.

Martha Lynch Guerrette

September 19, 2014

My mom and all my brothers and sisters were remembering the fun times growing up on Ewing Dr just today. Our hearts go out to you and your family.

September 19, 2014

Matt, Tara and Family: Paula and I send our sincerest condolences for your loss. We did not know your Father, but we know he did a great job in helping to make you the fine man that you are...Bill and Paula Blaisdell

Bobbee Frazer

September 19, 2014

Dear Betty and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Joes passing. His friends at ADH will miss him. One of my favorite memory of him was how proud he was to be a Veteran and wearing his American Flag pin on his shirt.
Rest well Joe and may our paths meet again...

Emma, Stephen, Nick & Kelsey Marscher

September 19, 2014

Gelly Family, our sincerest heartfelt sympathies as you go through this difficult time. I remember him as always smiling and genuinely kind, it was apparent how much he loved his family. He will live on in all of you. May your memories and happy moments guide you through this difficult time.

Elizabeth Wagner

September 18, 2014

Dear Betty and Family....I am so sorry for you loss....My Prayers and Sympathy to you all
with Love,
Betty Wagner and Family xo

Maureen Powers-Maiocco

September 18, 2014

Mrs. Gelly & Family:
My sincere condolences to you and the Gelly family. I have very fond memories of Mr. Gelly – his warm smile, kindness, and genuine care and concern for others were extraordinary. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Barry Crimmins

September 18, 2014

Betty and family,

I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. My most sincere condolences go out to your entire family. I could not agree more with the comment in his obituary that said he was both "a gentleman and a gentle man." Unfortunately I will be out of town this weekend and will not be able to attend any of the services for Joe, which I truly regret. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time.

Barry Crimmins

Billy Statkiewicz

September 18, 2014

Paul and Family
Sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad, may all those favorite times with him bring you comfort when you all need it most.
Sincerely
Billy Statkiewicz

September 18, 2014

Dearest Sister Betty and Family,words cannot express the deep sorrow I feel for your loss. Joe was not only my brother in law but most importantly he was my brother whom I loved and will greatly miss.What made Joe unique to me was his great sense of humor which we both shared and our many long conversations on world events, politics,sports and family.We both had a passion for military history as well.I will miss you Lucky Pierre and please reserve a spot for me upstairs so we can continue the conversation...................Love and hugs..................Richard

Carl Lehto

September 18, 2014

My sincerest condolences to Betty and the Gelly family. My father suffered from Alzheimers the last 5 years of his life and Joe was the most understanding and sympathetic person you could ever wish to work with and for. As people come in and go out of your life, he was one I was sad to see go, a very kind and gentle soul.

Nancy Thom

September 18, 2014

So sorry for your loss; He will be missed; Hugs and Love, Nancy and Dan Thom

Deanne Cavanaugh

September 17, 2014

Uncle Joe was a great person that radiated kindness; it
was my privilege to be his goddaughter. May time and
memories heal all of you -his legacy!

Much love, Deanne Cavanaugh

Don and Claire Clark

September 17, 2014

Paul, Kara and family, sorry to hear of your loss. Our condolences and prayers are with you.

Carol and Harry Savas

September 17, 2014

Dearest Betty and Family: It was a privilege to know Joe. He was such a wonderful neighbor and friend for so many years. He will truly be missed.
We love you all, Carol and Harry Savas

Jim and Marjie Williams

September 17, 2014

We shall always remember Joe as a wonderful friend, husband and father.
How lucky we were to know him for all these years and to enjoy his company in all our enjoyable years together.
Rest well our friend. You've earned well your place in heaven. God bless you and all your family.
Love, Jim and Marjie

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