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Alan Kelley Obituary
Born in Bethesda, Maryland, to Augustine Regis and Marie Therese Kelley (née Roach), Alan later made Ohio his home. Alan built his career in the restaurant industry, where his warmth and generosity made all feel welcome.
He is survived by his children, Mark and Madeline Kelley; his partner, Kristen Ehrhart; and his siblings, Kevin, Brian, Dan, Maura, Tim, and Sheila.
A funeral Mass will be held at St. Jane Frances de Chantal Parish, Bethesda, at 10:45 a.m. on Friday, July 25, with interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Silver Spring, at 1 p.m.
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Slocki family
July 28, 2025
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you at this time. Love the Slocki family.
Shannon
July 25, 2025
Alan will be truly missed always in our hearts the Kelley clan!!! So many fond memories with him!!! Fly high
Cynthia Roldan de Loor and Maria Dontas
July 24, 2025
Our family has been stunned at the recent news of Alan´s death. Alan was a treasured member of the Kelley family and the memory of his endearing smile,jovial demeanor,and sincere kindness will always bring his image to mind. We are united in our belief that when we don´t comprehend these unexpected tragedies that God has a plan. Our prayers and love go out to his adored children and his beloved siblings. We find peace in knowing he is reunited with his mother and father.
With much love he is remembered by the Loor and Dontas family in Nort Carolina.
Trish Lyons
July 23, 2025
Alan was a gentleman, kind-hearted and soulful. I will treasure his memory from childhood summers spent on Skeleton Lake in Canada. He had a beautiful laugh, a keen sense of fun and an adorable smile. He loved his family. My heart goes out to his children Mark and Madeline, his partner Kirsten and his dear brothers and sisters, our cousins, the Kelley family. Rest in peace dear Allan. Thank-you for your love. The angels sing your glory. Peace. Love. from Trish Lyons
Steve Paul
July 22, 2025
I am very sad to hear that my good friend Al Kelley recently passed away. He was a jovial guy, kind hearted, with an infectious laugh! He trained me to bartend back in 1989 & we became great friends outside of work playing basketball, golfing, & getting an occasional milkshake after work at UDF. My heart goes out to his family & friends!
Barbara Glymph
July 22, 2025
My sincere condolences to the family and everyone touched by Alan and his presence. He was a genuine friend, true renaissance man with many passions. He was most proud of his family and children. He will be greatly missed and forever loved. His laugh will continue to always make me smile.
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