Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Richard "Dick" Kelley
Richard "Dick" Kelley
Obituary
Guest Book
Richard Kelley Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
MaryJeanne Hoemke
September 18, 2010
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Dick.
I was behind Dick, in the class of 1964 at Marshall High. Dick was at the heart of anything fun. He loved to make people happy. And beautiful Lynn, homecoming queen the year after I graduated. She was such a doll.
They were very special people, and left many friends and acquaintances with good memories. Heroes do that.
MaryJeanne (Riordan) Hoemke and family
September 9, 2010
I am saddened to hear of Dick's passing. He was a significant person to
me during my high school years. I did not play organized basketball but I remember how he raised the level of play in our pickup games. He is one of
those people I have thought of many times over the years even though we had no contact after high school. I happened to be on the Augsburg campus the day before Dick's memorial. I wish
I had known of his death before today
(Sept 9th). My sympathy to his familiy
and loved ones.
Keith Hawkinson
nick Fritz
September 7, 2010
To all family and friends of Mr. kelley-
He was a very nice man, and made many work days worth it. I worked at Canterbury Park and enjoyed his company on many occasions. He will be missed on many levels, and he will always have a place within my heart.
Nickolas R. Fritz
Rosalyn Parker
September 3, 2010
Gail, although there are no words that will take away the hurt and pain from this great loss. It is our trust that you find true comfort in knowing that in time God will give total restoration. My prayers are with you and your family.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
September 2, 2010
"Gail may GOD comfort your family during this trying time." David A. King (Greensboro, NC)
bart riney
September 2, 2010
Paul and Craig, I am saddened that your brother has passed away. I know God has put him in a better place. I know that you guys loved Dickie and will miss him so much. I wish you and your family all the best. Bart
Marit Smaby Nowlin
September 2, 2010
I am very sad to learn of Dick's death and am sorry I am out of town and will be unable to be at his memorial service. Dick was a favorite of my dad who enjoyed his company and conversations on morning car rides to Marshall before we had our licenses.
Daddy also followed Dick's athletic career and enjoyed watching him play basketball in high school and at Augsburg. Dick referred to himself as my "brother" which filled me with pride; we had a sweet friendship as we grew up. Your darling mother, Margaret, was our daughter Margaret's favorite babysitter when we lived on Arthur Ave. in Prospect Park and I kept track of the Kelley clan through your proud mom. Dick's life blessed all our worlds and I believe his sweet, strong enduring spirit is close by all of you offering comfort and peace. May you each feel his presence as you come together to remember and honor his life with love and thanksgiving. My heartfelt sympathy in losing this special guy.
Blessings to each of you.
Marit Smaby Nowlin , classmate
Doris Holmes
September 2, 2010
I will miss my Dear friend , his giving spirit, warm heart and witty sense of humor. His tenacity and energy has inspired many, and he will truly be missed. His friend to the end
Marit Smaby Nowlin
September 2, 2010
I am very sad to learn of Dick's death and am sorry that I am out of town and will be unable to be at his memorial service. Dick was a particular favorite of my dad who enjoyed his company when he drove us to Marshall many mornings before we had our licenses and daddy followed Dick's athletic career with great interest and watched him play at Augsburg on occasion. Dick called himself my "brother" which filled me with pride; we had a very sweet friendship. His darling mother, Margaret, was the favorite babysitter of our daughter, Margaret, when we lived on Arthur Ave. in Prospect Park and I kept track of the Kelley clan through their proud mom. To Gail, Paul, Craig and Steven and Nancy, I send my heartfelt sympathy. Dick's life was a gift to our worlds and I believe his spirit is close around you all, offering comfort and peace. May you find that each day as you remember and think of him with love and thanksgiving.
Blessings to you all...Marit Smaby Nowlin, classmate
Betty Williamson
September 2, 2010
Gail, much condolences to you and to your family.
Avis Graham
September 2, 2010
Gail may your memories of your brother be fill with good thoughts
September 1, 2010
I remember Dick along with Paul and Lynn and what a pleasure it was to be in their company. What a joy to have known Dick---he was very special. A former classmate of Marshall, Sue Dunn(Thunstrom)
Dale Carlton
September 1, 2010
Paul and the rest of the Kelley family,
I am deeply saddened by Dick's death.
I will always remember him and our times at Marshall High School.
He will be dearly missed by many.
September 1, 2010
We have very fond memories of Dick and the Kelley family and send warm thoughts and prayers to his family.
Lee and Tucky Kingsley Mesna.
Garrett Johnson II
September 1, 2010
I will miss my 'Superfly' (smile) cousin Dickey. I know what he meant to my dad. May God be pleased with him and the family be strengthened during this difficult time. The Johnson Family-Atlanta, GA
Thomas H. Johnson, III
September 1, 2010
Richard (Dickey) Kelly, of the Paul and Margaret Kelly family, is for all intent and purposes a true Minneaploitan who I have known virtually as long as I have known myself from our beginnings in North Minneapolis to our formative years in South Minneapolis. He was certainly a talented individual that I find myself once again having to say so long to another long time friend and acquaintance.
Margie Schwartz
September 1, 2010
Dear Kelley Family,
Sorry for your loss, your family was always special to me. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers. Love, Margie Yaeger Schwartz
Camille
September 1, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Jerry Von Korff
September 1, 2010
I had the privilege to know Dick in high school; he was a valued member of our school community in so many ways. I am sorry to hear of his loss to family and community.
Richard Easton
September 1, 2010
Steven,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Richard & Cheryl Easton
Showing 1 - 20 of 20 results
Make a Donation
in Richard Kelley's name
How to support Richard's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Richard Kelley's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
