Harry L. Kelly

FUNERAL HOME

Bacher-Moore Funeral Home - Norton Branch

3250 Greenwich Road

Norton, Ohio

Harry Kelly Obituary

"IN HEAVEN TOGETHER"

Harry L. Kelly

NORTON Harry L. Kelly, 92, joined his beloved wife, Gladys on October 30, 2004.

He was born December 12, 1911 in Wayne County, W. Virginia.

He spent most of his life in Barberton and Norton. He re tired from engineering at Sei berling Rubber Company in 1974. He was a member of the Barberton Masonic Lodge 750 F & AM where he achieved the Master Mason Degree. He was a life member of D.A.V. and the V.F.W. Post 4466 of Loyal Oak.

He was a staff sergeant in Company G 317th Infantry, 80th Division 3rd. Army with General Patton. He received two purple hearts in France and Germany, had two bronze stars, a victory medal and numerous other commendations as well as the distinction of sharp shooter.

He was an old fashioned, hard working loving man who deeply loved his family, wonder ful neighbors and great friends. Harry was an avid fan of base ball as well as being a past minor league player himself. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was proud of his garden. His baseball cap said it all "Born to Mow".

Mr. Kelly was preceded in death by his wife , Gladys; and grandson, Mark Haban; son-in- law, Lon Sweazy; parents, Jeanie and Sherman Kelly; sisters, Pearl Kelly, Pauline Ott, Ruth Trogdon; brothers, Paul, Donald and Roy Kelly.

He is survived by his son, Richard Kelly; daughter, Bonnie Kelly; great-grandson, Stephen Haban; grand-daughter-in-law, Diane Haban; brother, Walter (Libbey) Kelly; lifetime best friend, John (Dorothy) Kleski; many nephews, nieces and cousins; and the special light of his life, his dog, "Trixie".

Friends may call at the Bacher Funeral Home, 3250 Green wich Rd., Monday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. where Masonic services will be held by the Barberton Masonic Lodge 750 F & AM beginning at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held Tuesday beginning at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Bob Combs officiating. Interment Greenlawn Memorial Park. Military services will be provided by the Firestone Post 3383 in honor of Mr. Kelly. Funeral home direction, map and the Kelly Family condolence book are available on line at www.bacherfuneral home.com (Bacher Norton, 330-825-3633.)

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Nov. 1, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Harry Kelly

8 Entries

Gary Rea

November 11, 2004

Bonnie and Dick:

I was saddened to hear of your Dad's passing. I have many fond memories of sitting in your kitchen or outside talking to your Mom and Dad growing up. Both your parents were good friends to my mother and father and now they are all together once again...probably selling office supplies...while your Dad cuts heavens grass!

I was out of town and didn't learn of Harry's death until I returned too late for the services.

Always remember the fun times and the impact both of your wonderful parents made on a lot of people.

Gary

Judie Wagner

November 6, 2004

Uncle Harry was always so much fun! I know how much Grandma loved him! We did too! Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Judie Wagner

G&B Mower

November 1, 2004

We are sorry to hear about your dad Bonnie. He was sure a nice man.

George & Bill

Almaruth Zirkle , Russ & Zella Turley

November 1, 2004

Romans 12:15 I REJOICE WITH THOSE THAT REJOICE AND WEEP WITH THOSE THAT WEEP. Our prayers are with you during this time of loss. The neighborhood won't be the same without Harry!

Kim Jernigan

November 1, 2004

Dear Dick and Bonnie,

So sorry to hear of your dad's passing away suddenly. He was one of a kind and will be truly missed by many. I wish I could make it up to be with you but I'm sorry I just can't. Please give my regards to Diane and Stephen. Hope to see you all real soon!!

Love,

Kim

Mitch, Deanna, Stephanie & Levi Sweazy

November 1, 2004

With deepest sympathy. Many thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

June Trogdon Anderson

November 1, 2004

Dear Bonnie,

Dolores called and told me the sad news about Uncle Harry. Your mom and dad were always favorites of mine. Your mother wrote me many letters, and I always enjoyed her and Uncle Harry's sense of humor.

Uncle Harry looked so very young all of his life. I envied his wonderfully smooth unwrinkled skin. Darrell always got such a kick out of him and how he had so much energy and almost couldn't sit still. He was a wonderful man.

I cannot make it to your services, and that makes me very sad. I have been fighting vertigo since the first of September, have had every test in the book and now am engaged in Vestibular Exercise Therapy which, so far, seems to only make me dizzier. I now think I know where the term "dizzy dames" started. Har!

I wish you were closer, and we would make it a point to see you. It is approximately 400 miles to you from our house. If it wasn't for this vertigo, I would be there in a minute.

Please know and pass along to Dick that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I printed out the obituary from the Internet; and, as soon as possible, will drop you a note.

Sincerely,

June Trogdon Anderson

P.S. I don't have the opportunity to communicate with many of my first cousins on mother's side. Take care.