MICHAEL KELLY

MICHAEL KELLY obituary, RICHMOND, VA

MICHAEL KELLY

MICHAEL KELLY Obituary

Published by Bliley's Funeral Home Central Chapel on May 26, 2013.
KELLY, Michael James, 54, of Richmond, formerly of Essex, N.Y., passed away Friday, May 17, 2013. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Mary Catherine Kelly; and his parents, J. Francis and Pearl Kelly. He is survived by his son, Taylor Kelly and Taylor's girlfriend, Jennifer Murphy; five siblings, Anita Ross, Joan Dunn (James), Peter Kelly (Janice), Gail Head (Gary) and Edward Kelly; Taylor's mother, Cathy Sykes Wright; and many loving nieces and nephews. Michael was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hiking, fishing, gardening and sitting on the beach. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, June 2, at Millwood School, Robinson Hall, 15100 Millwood School Ln., Midlothian, Va. 23112. The family requests no flowers. Please send memorial contributions to a charity of your choice. Bliley's Central Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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May 20, 2023

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June 10, 2013

Taylor Kelly posted to the memorial.

June 4, 2013

Lestra Waldrop posted to the memorial.

Karen Forney

May 20, 2023

I miss you so much! You were the best friend a girl could ask for. Michael, to were a solid rock in my life. Until then I will see you in heaven. God bless you my dearest friend. I love you.

Taylor Kelly

June 10, 2013

Thank you to everyone who has said kind words or shared memories of my Dad. It means a lot and I know that he would be so happy to know so many people loved and cared about him. Thanks again and everyone take care!!

I LOVE YOU DAD!

Lestra Waldrop

June 4, 2013

Michael....I am sorry that you have left us....Please know you will be remembered...I know you are in heaven smiling down. Godspeed my friend.

Lestra Waldrop

June 4, 2013

Michael...I am sad at your passing from us but know that you are smiling down from heaven. Godspeed my friend.

Rachel

May 29, 2013

From the moment I met you, we had a connection like no other, one that lasted over a decade plus. I will miss you more than words can ever begin to express. From your quick whit, beautiful blue eyes, boyish grin and loving protection you always gave me. You will forever be my, "Michael Kelly." My sympathy goes out to Taylor and the entire Kelly clan, I know losing Michael has created a huge void that will be slow to mend. RIP... love you always.

Cornell Allen

May 28, 2013

RIP Mike Kelly. Good childhood memories in Essex New York, Thanks

Marie Truda

May 27, 2013

Michael, may you RIP with the Angels! You will be missed by many! My condolences to the entire Kelly family, especially Taylor. God Bless You Michael!

May 26, 2013

Michael, you gave me the opportunity to work with the best jeweler I knew. I know you will be outdoors, on the beach or even fishing and you will have a big smile on your face. You always made me laugh. R I P !!!!!! You will be missed.

Karen Forney

May 26, 2013

To all of his family and friends. My prayers are with each and everyone of you. Michael was my only male best friend in my life. He was a caring and respectful man and always had a special place in my heart. I feel empty from his passing. I lost a husband from early age in life and there Michael was. We personally leaned on each other for all of these years. He was true friend and always there for us. I love you Michael and always will. God bless you.

Judi & Bob Bryant-Snyder

May 26, 2013

Deepest condolences go out to the entire Kelly family. I know how special Michael was to all of you. May the many wonderful memories you hold dear in your hearts help comfort and sustain you during this sad and difficult time. The next time you look up in the sky, you will see a bright, twinkling, beautiful star with the face of Michael on it and know that he is watching over you.

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