Reginald P. Kelly

Reginald P. Kelly

Reginald Kelly Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from May 8 to May 9, 2008.
Of Reading May 7, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Mary R. (Corrigan) Kelly. Devoted father of Charles J. Kelly of Lynn, Donna M. Crowley of Medford and Arlene Muse of Wilmington. Brother of Peter Kelly, Rita Power, Ruth Heron, Howard Kelly and Eileen Larkin all of PEI Canada, Helen Milne of Nova Scotia, Canada and Lawrence Kelly of Manchester, NH. Loving grandfather of 7 and great grandfather of 2 and also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home, 25 Sanborn St. (corner of Woburn St.) Reading Saturday, May 10 at 12 noon followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Athanasius Church, 300 Haverhill St., Reading at 1 PM. Relatives and friends invited to attend. Funeral Home visiting hours Friday 4-8. Burial in Charles Lawn Cemetery, Reading. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Assoc., 330 Congress St., 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02210. For info, directions and register book johnbdouglassfuneralhome.com.

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May 2, 2019

Colleen Peric posted to the memorial.

January 1, 2009

Theresa smith posted to the memorial.

July 31, 2008

Carole Devine posted to the memorial.

Colleen Peric

May 2, 2019

I was at mom's (Rita Power) today when the email came in. Mom remembered two times when Reg and her worked together. First was in Mount Stewart at Dr. Martin's and then in Winsloe at Campbell's. Mom was working first at Dr. Martin's and recommended Reg and later Reg was working at Campbell's and recommended Mom.

Theresa smith

January 1, 2009

reg was the closest person i had to a grandfather, he was a very kind man and took such good care of mary. When she passed away i felt like i lost one of my own grandparents, i also miss her. I didnt know about reg until a couple of months ago because i have moved to canada. I meant to stop by in july when i was down but only had a 24 hour trip, but even then i would have been to late, that maked feel really sad i did not get to see him in a long time and saw him 5 or 6 days a week for years. I love you reg and will miss you so much you wont know what you both meant to me. For his daughters you should be very proud of the care you gave both of your parents

Carole Devine

July 31, 2008

I am very sorry for the loss of Reggie. He was such a nice man. Please forgive the lateness of this but I didn't know and rode by the house to see a for sale sign. So I checked the obits. I will always remember him and Mary.

Isabel Quinn

May 11, 2008

Uncle Reg was a wonderful man. He was always so happy to see us anytime we visited. I remember him giving playing cards to the kids after we played cards with him on one visit a long time ago. He is watching down from heaven now enjoying his reward for being a true and faithful servant. Love to all the family. Isabel and Kerry Quinn and family

Colleen Peric

May 11, 2008

Uncle Reg was a man of courage, determination,kindness and wisdom. He will be greatly missed. My prayers are with the family at this time
Niece
Colleen (Power) Peric

Bernadette Schmeisser

May 10, 2008

Anyone who knew Reg Kelly knows what a fine man he was, they don't come any finer.He will be sorely missed by his family, friends and community.
One of the stories my mom, Rita tells is when Uncle Reg came home from the war on the train his brother went to meet him and he wasn't getting off the train and he was waiting and waiting still no sign of Reg, he was getting worried that he had missed the train. He was the last soldier off that train because he was making sure that everyone else was alright.That's just the kind of man he was.
My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.
Bernadette Power Schmeisser

Rosemary (McBride) Mezynski

May 9, 2008

Reggy Kelly was always a happy presence in my family's life. The connection always meant alot to my parents and to me as years went on. I will always treasure the stories he shared and will miss him.

Terry Winters

May 9, 2008

I remember Reggie having that down-to-earth personality....the kind of man that anyone could sit and have a true conversation with. He'll always be in the hearts of all that were privileged to have spent even a little time with him. Here's to Reg! We'll always love you!

Sharon & Tom Bostock

May 9, 2008

Arl, you and your family have always been there for your dad. He knew then and knows now how much he meant to you...we are so very sorry for your loss and you are in our thoughts and prayers...

Joan Carmody

May 9, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Gary, Mary, Joan, Gene, Joe and Edwin Hughes and Families - PEI Canada

John B. Douglass & John B. Douglass II

May 9, 2008

This book of memories is to serve as a record of the services you entrusted to us. We hope it will help to preserve treasured memories and that we, in some small measure, have helped to ease your burden and bring you comfort.

Paula Sollazzo

May 8, 2008

Reggie Kelly was a great friend of mine. They don't come much better! I will miss his tremendously. He was so proud of the family he raised and all of their accomplishments.

I would like to thank Reggie for serving his country. He fought in World War II and was in the Invasion of Normany. Truly a remarkable individual.

Our thoughts are with you all right now.

Love,
Chester and Gip Dalton

Paula Sollazzo

May 8, 2008

To the Kelly Family,
Frank and I just want to give our condolences to the family of a truly great man. He will surely be missed.
Love,
Paula and Frank Sollazzo

Pattie Liessner

May 8, 2008

We are so sorry, Arl. Your dad was quite a guy and I know you will miss him. Our hearts are with you.
Love, Pattie and Chris

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