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James Francis "Jim" Kealy

1956 - 2025

James Francis "Jim" Kealy obituary, 1956-2025, Monticello, MN

BORN

1956

DIED

2025

FUNERAL HOME

Peterson-Grimsmo Funeral Chapel - Monticello

250 E. Broadway

Monticello, Minnesota

James Kealy Obituary

Our Son, Our Brother, Our Friend

Jim, age 68 of Monticello, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025.

His father, Thomas Kealy and brother, Thomas Michael Kealy, Jr. preceded him in death.

Surviving are his mother, Florence (Trettel) Kealy Mayer; sister, Mary Kealy-Falk; brother, Patrick (Patricia) Kealy; nieces and nephews, Matthew, Jeffrey, and Joey Kealy, Thomas and Brenna Falk, John Kealy and Madison Kealy-Shea; many other relatives and friends; and special friend, Carol Havisto.

Jim was a social guy who always took time to chat with people. He always projected a positive attitude and was kind in word and deed. He only spoke of anyone or anything in the best light. His true passion was music, having played in a few bands, and being very knowledgeable about music, especially from the 70's. Sports trivia, golfing, and bowling were all great activities, but he really loved spending time with his family. Jim was a true gem.

Visitation held from 4-7PM with a time of sharing at 6:30PM on Wednesday, June 4th at Peterson-Grimsmo Funeral Chapel, 250 Broadway St. E., Monticello. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11AM with visitation one hour prior on Thursday, June 5th at the Church of Saint Henry, 1001 7th St. E., Monticello. Private interment will take place at Saint Henry's Catholic Church Cemetery at a later date.

Peterson-Grimsmo Funeral Chapel

763-295-2918

www.peterson-grimsmochapel.com

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Published by Monticello Times on May 30, 2025.

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Jun

4

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Peterson-Grimsmo Funeral Chapel

250 E. Broadway Street, Monticello, MN 55362

Jun

4

Service

6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Peterson-Grimsmo Funeral Chapel

250 E. Broadway Street, Monticello, MN 55362

Jun

5

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Church of Saint Henry

1001 East 7th Street, Monticello, MN 55362

Jun

5

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

Church of Saint Henry

1001 East 7th Street, Monticello, MN 55362

Funeral services provided by:

Peterson-Grimsmo Funeral Chapel - Monticello

250 E. Broadway P.O. Box 815, Monticello, MN 55362

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