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Patrick Kelley Obituary

Patrick M. Pat Kelley

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Patrick M. Pat Kelley, 57, of Bristol, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday (February 1, 2026) at home. Pat was born on September 30, 1968, in Bristol and was the son of Jeannette M. (Mazerolle) Kelley Giola of Bristol and the late Jack Kelley. A lifelong Bristol resident, Pat graduated from Bristol Central High School Class of 1986 where he was on the football and wrestling teams. After high school, he attended Connecticut Central State University Class of 1991 and earned his bachelor's degree in business management. He then went on to study at the University of Hartford Class of 2003 and received his master's degree in business administration. Pat worked in various roles at Aetna for 25 years. He was a die-hard fan of the Miami Dolphins and was a regular at Powerhouse Gym in Bristol. In addition to his mother, Pat is survived by his stepfather: Edmond Giola; his sister: Kathleen Kelley of Wallingford; his two beloved nieces: Jessica and Julia Zettergren; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday (February 10, 2026) at 11 a.m. at St. Gregory the Great Church, 235 Maltby St., Bristol. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Monday between 4 and 7 p.m.. Please visit Pat's memorial website at www.FunkFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The Bristol Press on Feb. 5, 2026.

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Kyle Kasparian

February 13, 2026

To the family of Pat my sincere condolences we knew each other from the bodyshop gym on broad st in Bristol and Pat was a super good guy we always took time to talk to each other during our workouts and I always enjoyed those times with Pat very sorry Kyle Kasparian

Coach Siegmann

February 10, 2026

So sorry to hear this sad news last week. Pat was always an important member of our wrestling family at Bristol Central. He was always around at matches after he graduated. So dedicated. He was loved by many. I am so proud of who he was. Much love Pat! RIP Brother. Prayers and condolences to the family!

Ray D´Astous

February 8, 2026

I had the pleasure of working with Patrick at Aetna. He was a solid team player and over time we became friends. I enjoyed our occasional get togethers and catching up on what´s new. He will be sorely missed and my deepest condolences to his family. Rest in peace, Patrick.


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Chris Strahowski

February 5, 2026

Deepest condolences to Kathleen and the entire family.

Funk Funeral Home - Bristol

February 5, 2026

Our heartfelt sympathies in this, your time of grief.

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