Robert P. Kelly

Robert P. Kelly, 86, of Lower Gwynedd, PA, died Friday, March 13, 2026. Married for 47 years, he was the husband of Joan Hoffman Kelly. Bob had one daughter, Kathleen. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Austin P. Kelly Sr., and the late Anne Kelly (Dileen). He was the youngest brother of Austin P. Kelly Jr., James J. Kelly, and John F. Kelly.

Robert was a graduate of Roman Catholic High School class of 1957. He received his degree in Marketing at LaSalle University and his M.B.A. in Marketing and International Business at Temple University. His career with IBM Corporation spanned 39 years during which time he served in management, financial, and operational positions before retiring in 2007. He was a former Gaudenzia, Inc. Board chair and 2013 Gaudenzia Humanitarian Award Recipient. Bob also served as a member of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Building Committee at Gwynedd-Mercy University.

A memorial service will be held at a later date for Bob and burial is private.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bob’s name to St. John’s UCC Church Choir, P.O. Box 356, Richlandtown, PA 18955.