Richard S. Kelley

I will always remember Dick with true affection and admiration. He was a success at everything he did and his greatest achievement was the beautiful family he and Carol created. Your family has been part of my life for over 40 years, always caring and supportive. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My love and sympathy to all of you, Sandy Dewart

I will always remember Dick with true affection and admiration. He was a success at everything he did and his greatest achievement was the beautiful family he and Carol created. This family has been part of my life for over 40 years, always caring and supportive. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My love and sympathy to all of you, Sandy Dewart

My condolences to the Kelley family on your loss. He was a respected businessman and teacher of great integrity, and he will be exceedingly missed. Dick and my Dad were fellow Rotarians, and he was my Guidance Counselor in high school at SWHS. In addition, Dick participated in the proceedings of the SW Wetlands Commission while I was a member in the early 1990s. I've always appreciated the fact that his work with the Commission was always dignified, honorable, and very knowledgeable. But, more importantly for me, I'll be forever grateful for the counseling he provided me as a naive young high school student. Through his guidance, I ended up attending college in North Carolina 48 years ago. Only recently, at Hal Cummings' funeral, Dick gave me a big, fatherly hug, and revealed something I had never known: "Your Mom was really mad at me for sending you so far away," he said with a smile. Well, I told him that his guidance was likely the most important thing anyone had ever done for me, and that I'd be eternally grateful for it. Not because it brought me so far from home, but because everything in my life since then has been linked to the work he did for me at SWHS. Teachers can have an enormous impact on young people that often goes unrealized and under appreciated. Certainly my story is just one of many significant legacies that Dick leaves behind that may otherwise go unrecognized by others, in a lifetime of innovation, dedication, and service. Sincerely, Jeff Holcombe

Dear Carol, I am so sorry to hear the news and send my condolences to you and the children. It's very hard to believe so much time has passed and I've completely lost track of too many, it seems. I think the last time I saw you and Dick was at Mom & Dad's when they were in Colchester. I remember with great fondness the times we spent together. I'm in Charlotte and assume this is where I'll remain for the duration. Meanwhile, my thoughts and prayers are with you, Kathy, Scott and Bruce, other family members and friends.

Carole and Family,
Sending my sincere sympathy for your loss. God Bless you going forward.

Hi Kathy: I was shocked to hear of your father's passing. I am so very sorry that I will not be able to attend his viewing this evening. Unfortunately, I am still working in Florida. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Dick was a good man, so I know that heaven has a special place for him. Judy

My deepest condolences go out to Kathy (whom I just met a few months ago) and of course the entire Kelly family. Ive heard nothing but great things about Richard from customers, friends, and family who have known him. Don't hesitate to reach out for help with anything. I'm very sorry for your loss.

Carol...Bruce.....we're so, so sorry to hear about Dick. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family. Always enjoyed spending time chatting with him about who knows what...didn't matter...just nice being with him.I will dearly miss my Lords Point summer neighbor.

Dear Carol and family
I want to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. I know what you are going through having just lost my husband 4 months ago Thursday. I am sorry I cannot make the wake, but my prayers and thoughts are with you Carol and your family.

Dear Kathy, I am very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. He was always very sweet to me. May God comfort you and your family, at this very difficult and sad time of your lives.

Im so sorry to hear about Dicks passing, My self and my family send our Thoughts and prayersGeorge Mellen and family

Kathy, Thinking of you and your family at this sad time!

We are saddened to learn about the passing of Dick Kelly. He has been a customer, a friend, a mentor and more to us. Dick's ability to give back to his industry and his community will have lasting impact on all of who have had the pleasure to know him. I hope that time will heal the pain of being left behind.

Mrs. Kelley, Kathy, Scott, Bruce and the entire Kelley family,

On behalf of the entire crew of Jim's Drywall we send our deepest
sympathy to you. We are sorry for your loss.

I am sorry to hear of Mr. Kelly's passing. He was largely responsible for making the phone call that helped get me into UMaine. I am forever grateful for his efforts. I went on to graduate and teach here in Maine for the past 38 years. I also got my Masters Degree and Certificate of Advanced Studies from the University of Maine at Orono. I have often thought of him making the phone call for me. God bless his family. I know how he touched my life.

Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with your family during this time.

Dear Carol and Family:
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one.
Sincerely,
Former Rotarians
Windsor Locks, CT

Mrs. Kelley, Bruce, Scott and Kathy,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences to you and your family.

South windsor lost their "own blue eyes" in Dick Kelly. May God grant him peace in the next life and also grant the same peace to his wife , Mrs Kelly (sorry that's what I always call you) and the entire family. Dick was loved by so many for generousity and his calm nature. I was privledged to call him a friend. HE WILL SURELY BE MISSED FOREVER !

So sorry to hear about Mr. Kelley. He was my guidance counselor at SWHS and a great friend of my dad's, Ken Jackson. You are in my prayers.

Carol and Family,
On behalf of The Steben Family we extend our thoughts and prayers on the sad loss of Richard (Dick). Our family remembers him so fondly working alongside our Dad, Ed Steben, in many South Windsor community activities. God Bless Dick.

Our deepest condolences,
Bob and Ellen Steben and Zena Steben

My condolences, love and prayers to the entire Kelley Family.

Our most sincere sympathy on the passing of Dick. He was a fine man and contributor to our community who took personal pride in everything he has accomplished for our town. He will be missed. His vision for South Windsor will carry on.

Carol, Kathy, Scott and Bruce,
I am so very sorry for your loss.....I remember those early years of RSK and Dick coming to the job and taking time to talk to me. He always had a smile on his face and a good word. My heart is with you all.

Tom Zerio

Kathy, Steve and family,
We are so saddened to hear about Mr Kelly’s passing.Our deepest condolences to you and your family.Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
~ Prashanth and Saritha

Mrs. Kelley, Kathy, Scott, Bruce and family,
We were so sad to learn that Mr. Kelley passed away. We will miss him very much. He was always so much fun to talk to and had so much to offer to everyone. He was so good with all the kids. Nate and Mary loved speaking with him. He would always offer his advise and encourage them. His obituary is a testament to what a full and beautiful life he had. He was a wonderful man and will be missed.
Our love and support is with you at this time and always.
Love,
Bill, Kathleen, Nate and Mary

Dear Carol and family. It is with heavy hearts that we read of Dicks passing He will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.


Joel & Sharna Gordon
Greenacres, Florida

For many years Dick and I would have informal discussions about what was going on in the Chamber, ECHN and town. I always relied on his advice. He will be missed.

My deepest condolences go out to the Kelley family. Mr. Kelley always took the time to chat with me and make me and my kids smile. He will be greatly missed. Sending strength and love to Carol, Kathy, Scott, Bruce and all of Mr. Kelley's family.

A deep sorrow holds my heart still and surface through tears and memories of a wonderful man who's path crossed mine for a brief time and the memory of Dick will always be my heart until my last breath. My deepest condolences Carol, Kathy, Scott and Bruce for your loss.

Our sincere sympathies for your loss.

My deepest condolences go out to the Kelley family. Mr. Kelley always took the time to chat with me and make me and my kids smile. He will be greatly missed. Sending strength and love to Carol, Kathy, Scott, Bruce and all of Mr. Kelley's family.

As a tenant of the Town Center Plaza I have such appreciation for the Kelley family.

He attended each of our business events and always acknowledged my hard work and determination.

I have such fond memories since day one of having the facility keys.

I miss seeing him.

I am so sad.

I am sorry for this loss.

I will forever be thankful for Dick Kelley.

Blessings and rest in peace

Dear Carol, We are saddened by the news about Dick. Sree and I send you our heartfelt condolences on your loss. As a fellow rotarian and a fellow pdg, I want let you know that this is a big loss to the entire rotary world that benefited from Dick's goodwill and generocity.
With kind regards, Prasad

Carol,Kath,Scott and Bruce. Dick will be missed. Bob Michele Kara linden Kelsy. Sad news

Sorry for your lost

Dick was great friend of mine and the South Windsor Police Department. He will be missed by me and my colleagues. My sincere condolences to the family.
Commander Tom Hart
Retired.
Lazy TT Ranch
Buffalo, Wy.