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Jack Kelly Obituary

Jack Eagan Kelly, age 19, passed away on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Son of Kevin Kelly and Karye Mather Kelly, Grandson of Mary Adams, Harry Mather, Sally McNeil-Blimling and Sam Blimling. Predeceased by grandfather Donald Kelly. Brother of Madeline Kelly. Also survived by his god parents, Brian Kelly and Leslie Walker and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was graduate of Salmen High School and was a student at Southwest Community College in Lafayette, La. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Genevieve Catholic church, 58203 La 433, Slidell, La., 70460 on Friday, November 16, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Friends may visit at the church on Friday beginning at 9:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Salmen High School Baseball Booster Club, 1922 Brookter Street, Slidell LA 70461, or to St. Genovieve Catholic Church 58203 LA 433 Slidell LA 70460. Funeral Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home Slidell LA.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Nov. 14 to Nov. 16, 2018.

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Randy

November 10, 2024

gone but not forgotten

Dad

June 25, 2024

Happy Birthday Jacky boy!! June 25,2024. I wish I could see you as a young man, but maybe I will see that in the future. Miss you more than ever, especially in the summer. Month of June is tough, but also very happy with great memories of you and us either coaching you or watching you play ball.
Jack will never be forgotten and always live within us. We also played a lot of golf together or with friends during the summer months. What a unique young man you were and will be forever. Much love, Dad

Kevin Kelly

November 12, 2023

Another year gone my boy. Griffey is in dog heaven now and now we are stuck with Aggie!!! Missing you all the time and celebrating your life while you were with us. This is my last season coaching football and we are having a great season at Chalmette High 10-1 so far and counting!! I know Jack was with us Friday night helping us to victory. I hope you are having a good time with Uncle Cy as he passed away September 15th. Two great guys in Heaven together!! Hope to see y'all when my number is called.

Darrell Falterman

November 10, 2023

Gone but never forgotten...Thinking of you Karye, Kevin, and Maddie. May the beautiful memories of Jack be comforting to y´all. God bless!

Randy Bacon

November 9, 2023

Thanking of you and your family at this time. You will always be remembered and missed.

Kevin M Kelly

August 14, 2022

It's August 2022 and another football season begins my boy. I miss you on the sidelines with Brent. Those were some good times. Im back with the Owls and loving it. Mom and I really miss you. The tears are slowing down, but the hurt is still there. We are in the house you wanted to live in so I think about you a lot when I play golf. See you soon , Dad

Pamela Allen (Mother of Wilhelm Allen)

November 24, 2021

I am praying for your family during this time of year. I pray that you all can still find reasons to be thankful.

Kevin Kelly (Dad)

November 23, 2021

I miss you my buddy. I really miss playing golf with you. We had a special season at Chalmette this year and I felt you many days helping me coach. This 3rd anniversary of your death still hurts, but I know you don't want us moping around and not living life fully.

Randy Bacon

November 9, 2021

Thinking of you and your family as the anniversary approaches. Sending my thoughts and prayers to the family

Karye Kelly

August 6, 2021

Thinking of you often
Love you my sweet boy!!

Karye Kelly

July 1, 2021

I miss you so much.

Dad

June 28, 2021

Had a great time in NM and CO this past birthday week in your honor Jackie boy. White water, hiking and booling in the mountains!!! Happy 22!!

Karye Kelly

June 25, 2021

Happy Heavenly 22nd Birthday my sweet sweet boy. I miss seeing you grow. I miss you and love you to infinity and beyond

Kevin Kelly

May 19, 2021

We still think about you everyday. Your life was an inspiring one on earth. Cant wait to see you in Heaven after my visit to purgatory. Hopefully it's a quick visit. We are going to honor your birthday again this summer. Love, Dad

Karye Kelly

April 30, 2021

My baby! These days are so hard without you!! I love you!

Nanan Kelly

November 30, 2020

I miss you sooo much the pain just never goes away especially at the holidays- I wanted to call you up today and ask what new sneakers you wanted for Christmas. Oh Jack, my angel, rest easy in the light.

Karye Kelly

November 9, 2020

I love you! I can’t believe it’s been 2 years since we last hugged

Karye Kelly

September 4, 2020

Be on the lookout for Pawpaw! Keep him out of trouble for me! I love you my baby

Karye Kelly

August 31, 2020

My baby! I love and miss you! There are no words. Ly

Kevin Kelly

December 10, 2019

I miss you everyday. We still cry almost everyday. The pain is not going away, but life must go on and we must help others stay positive. The funeral was so beautiful and it revealed so much love toward You and how You touched us in our lives. Thank you for the memories my "lil coach"

Karye Kelly

June 25, 2019

Dad and I are about to go see the Red Sox play in Boston in your honor my baby boy! Love you more
#34JEK❤

Brian Kelly

June 25, 2019

Happy 20th birthday Jack! I thank God on this special day for giving me the gift and honor to be your Godfather during your precious and too short life. I'm grateful that you are now resting within the peaceful and loving embrace of Jesus on this special day and always.

Karye Kelly

June 24, 2019

Happy 20th Birthday my sweet boy! I love you and miss you! ❤

Kevin Kelly

March 14, 2019

About to march in Irish Channel parade in your honor. Brian, Cyril, Daniel, Tim and Me will be marching Saturday March 16th. Brocatos and many friends will help celebrate this day. Don Kelly's birthday is Sunday the 17th so it will be a big Kelly weekend!!!!

Karye Kelly

February 9, 2019

Im just sad without you, my baby.❤

Karye Kelly

January 25, 2019

Missing your big hugs today!
I love you ❤

Karye Kelly

January 17, 2019

I miss you every second of everyday. I will never stop missing and loving you. Save a place for me❤ up there.

Kevin Kelly

January 11, 2019

The holidays have been tough, but we made it through them. We miss you and will never forget you. See you in Heaven one day.

Jack with his father and Godfather at the Hank Aaron home run monument outside Turner Field July 2013 after the Braves vs Reds game.

Brian Kelly

January 6, 2019

In loving memory of my Godson Jack. Your family and friends will love you and miss you always.

Kevin Kelly

December 11, 2018

I miss you my little big buddy. The hours we spent together playing ball!!! Our hearts hurt now, but we must think about what you gave us. Love Dad

Bro Cats

November 26, 2018

We miss you so much but feel your presence everywhere

Wilhelm (Wil) Allen

November 23, 2018

Coach Kelly and family,

I can't begin to imagine how this feels. My family and I are praying for strength for your family.

Wilhelm Allen and Family

Aunt Janet Mcneil

November 20, 2018

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you forever.

Rachel Foto

November 16, 2018

Karye, Kevin and Madeline,God bless you and your family with the strength to go through this difficult time and keep those happy and loving memories within your hearts forever. Love ya'll Rachel Foto

Donte Sincere

November 16, 2018

Sorry for your loss Coach. I will always remember Jack being on the sideline ready to congratulate me after scoring. You and your family are in my prayers. I pray y'all see comfort, peace, and love in this difficult time.

Anthony Richard, Jr.

November 16, 2018

Deeply sorry for your loss coach. I remember all those games showing Jack pictures after big plays and throwing the ball with him. I will forever cherish those moments. He was a light on the sideline for the team, for me, and the entire Jaguar family and he will never be forgotten. Sending my condolences and keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Joey Boyer

November 16, 2018

Glad I went to school & knew you for as long as I did... Rest up J

Tyler Butler

November 16, 2018

I would first like to send my deepest condolences to both you and your entire family coach. There are no words that can be said to make this feeling any better at the moment. However, I would just like to send a reminder that we loved him and we love y'all and are continuously praying for the Kelly family.

Alden Boudy

November 16, 2018

Sorry for your loss Coach. I remember Jack at all our practices and games. He was a funny kid full of energy and always clowning around with us. I know he was a great kid and loved by everyone. We all see him as a little brother and it hurts deeply that he has left us but I know he is in good hands. You and your family are in my prayers. Always love from the Jaguar family. Rest in paradise Jack.

John Lee

November 16, 2018

Very sorry for your loss Coach. Jack was and will always be a little brother to us. You're in my prayers every night. Sending much love to your family.

November 16, 2018

We are so very sorry for your loss. We will continue to pray for your strength and healing. I remember seeing Jack on the sidelines during football games. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
Chandelyn & John Whitehead
Parents of Marlon Wilkins

Darrell Johnson

November 16, 2018

So sorry for your loss, Coach Kelly. Used to love seeing Jack at our practices and games. He was always an honorary Jaguar. I will continue to pray for you and your family. Stay strong, Coach.

Jerry Lee Leighton

November 16, 2018

"Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones shines through to let us know they are with us."

Halloween with Oma!

Gerald Morris

November 16, 2018

The time we all walked up to the Tulane football game from Daniel's.

Gerald Morris

November 16, 2018

Gerald Morris

November 16, 2018

Jack,

Today, we see you off on your journey into the afterlife. Please rest easy in the fact that you are loved by ALL in your family and will be sorely missed BUT never forgotten. I will miss the time we had and the time we should have had nephew!

Kim Minor

November 16, 2018

I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family at this most difficult time. I saw Jack a few times when our teams played. He was always kind and respectful. You taught him well. Remember that God gives His toughest battles to His strongest soldiers.
Coach Kim & the Minor Family

Marnie Woynowski

November 16, 2018

I enjoyed knowing Jack at HNJ. His smile said it all. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Linda, Gary, Ridge Attardo

November 15, 2018

Kayre, Kevin, your daughter and family, we are heartbroken for each of you. I still have photos in my phone when the boys were in 6th grade and we took the kids in a limo to celebrate end of school year. That smile of Jacks was the best. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Our most heartfelt condolences to each of you.

Mary Adams

November 15, 2018

In loving memory from Nana who loved you with all her heart.

Matthew Young

November 15, 2018

So sorry to hear about your family loss words can't Express how you may be feeling but you and your entire Kelly family are in our prayer. Coach Matthew Young and the Young family

Kendall Banks

November 15, 2018

I'm So Sorry For Your Loss. But Please Be Strong In This Time Of Sorrow.

Ann Agrillo

November 15, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I am so sadden by the loss of Jack. Please know he is in a better place and with God. He will always be your angel and will watch over your family forever.

Barbara Grosh

November 15, 2018

I only saw Jack a few times when he visited his Grandmother in Florida, but I could see he was a joy to his family, and I know that he will be watching over us now, as we who are left, live on and remember him with love in our hearts.

Jack-always a gentleman!

Lisa Kelly

November 15, 2018

You will be deeply missed! We love you!

Laura Anderson

November 14, 2018

Your family is in my prayers.
Laura Anderson (HNJ)

Jackie Jones

November 14, 2018

Im so sorry for your loss. Prayer for your family. Our condolences from the Jones family. Ernest (PeeWee) Jones, Ernest Jones Sr and Jackie Jones

St Paddys Day

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

Aggie=>

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

Swimming in Qtr

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

Loved all dogs!

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

Good times

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

Easter Brinch

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

With Madeline & Blanche

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

Dancing with Mom

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

City park with Nanan

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

Suzanne Kelly

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Suzanne Kelly

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Suzanne Kelly

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Suzanne Kelly

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Suzanne Kelly

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Suzanne Kelly

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Michelle & Mike Delaney

November 14, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I will miss that great smile!

Keye Richter

November 14, 2018

My condolences to the Kelly family, may God shower you with grace and mercy. God bless you in this time of sorrow

Cindy Randall

November 14, 2018

I didn't get a chance to know you Jack but I firmly believe you are now an angel watching over your family. Since you are the closest to our father in heaven, pls pray for the day that the thought of you brings a smile to their face before a tear to their eye. God needed you for a special reason; may he use your talents and allow you to light up the heavens brighter then ever before! I love you and your beautiful family! May the entire family find strength, comfort, and peace. Praying hard for all of you! I love you Karye!

Sally McNeil-Blimling

November 14, 2018

Oma and ME and Mt Sam behind is at Nanans wedding to Gerald

Sally McNeil-Blimling

November 14, 2018

Uncle Brian,ME,Dad,Uncle Patrick In UT

Sally McNeil-Blimling

November 14, 2018

Sally McNeil-Blimling

November 14, 2018

Memories of Jack Love Oma

Sally McNeil-Blimling

November 14, 2018

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

I promise to get you some wedding cake- his favorite!!!

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

My favorite photo dNanan

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

Suzanne Kelly

November 14, 2018

You were "My Sun, My Moon, and All My Stars" and will be forever missed.
Love Nanan

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