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Debbie Kelly obituary

Debbie Kelly Obituary

Debbie L. Kelly, 72, of Prospect Street passed away Saturday (March 28, 2026) at The Pavilion at Bradford Regional Medical Center.
She was born in Bradford on June 26, 1953, a daughter of the late Robert Ernest, and then adopted by Glenn and Betty J. Brown. She was a 1971 graduate of Bradford High School.
In 1984 at Grace Lutheran Church, she married Robert N. Kelly, who survives.
Debbie was employed for more than 30 years at Bradford Hospital where she worked in the Housekeeping Department, and prior to her retirement she worked as a dietary aide.
She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church. She enjoyed assembling puzzles, coloring, taking walks, listening to music, shopping and attending her church.
Surviving in addition to her husband, Bob, of 42 years, are one son, Rob Kelly of Bradford; one grandson, Robbie Kelly; and one sister, Chris Brown of Sheffield.
She was preceded in death by her biological parent, adoptive parents and two brothers, Kirk Ernest and Butch Brown.
Private service will be held at the convenience of the family with the Rev. Barry J. Keurulainen, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, officiating.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Grace Lutheran Church, 79 Mechanic St.
Funeral arrangements are under direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. Online condolences may be shared with the family at hollenbeckcahill.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Bradford Era from Mar. 30 to Apr. 7, 2026.

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