William Kelly
September 23, 1935 - January 1, 2012
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Thursday 1/5, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
San Antonio Catholic Church
24445 Rampart Blvd.
Port Charlotte, FL 33980
19416243799 |
Thursday 1/5, 1:00 pm
Location Not Available
Thursday 1/5

William “Bill” J. Kelly, 76, of Lake Suzy, Florida, formerly of Port Charlotte, passed away suddenly on January 1, 2012 at Fawcett Memorial Hospital, Port Charlotte.

He was born September 23, 1935 in Providence, Rhode Island to George and Helen(Lee) Kelly and moved to Florida from East Greenwich, RI in 1996. Bill received a History degree from the University of Rhode Island and was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy. He worked as a trade electrician for Electric Boat of Groton, CT. Bill was a lifelong lover of golf and was a active member of the Kingsway Country Club of Lake Suzy.

He is survived by his wife of 2 years, Karen Kelly of Lake Suzy; and 7 children from previous marriages, 3 daughters, Mary Ellen Fischer of RI, Kathleen Hooper Kinsey of CA and Elizabeth Hooper Mosher of AK; 4 sons, William J. Kelly, Jr. of CT, Paul M. Kelly of RI, Peter M. Kelly of RI and Brian Hooper of VA; a brother, Richard Kelly of Port Charlotte; 14 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother, George Kelly.

Visitation will be held from 11:30 AM to 12:30 Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012 at Roberson Funeral Home Port Charlotte Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday 1:00 PM, Jan. 5, 2012 at San Antonio Catholic Church, Port Charlotte. Entombment and military honors by the U.S. Navy will follow at Restlawn Memorial Gardens, Port Charlotte.

Memorial contributions may be to Kingsway Country Club Jr. Golf, c/o Jimmy Karr, 13625 SW Kingsway Circle, Lake Suzy, FL 34269. Friends may visit online at www.robersonfh.com to sign the memory book and extend condolences to the family. Arrangements by Roberson Funeral Home Port Charlotte Chapel.

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Thursday 1/5, 1:00 pm
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Thursday 1/5

William “Bill” J. Kelly, 76, of Lake Suzy, Florida, formerly of Port Charlotte, passed away suddenly on January 1, 2012 at Fawcett Memorial Hospital, Port Charlotte. He was born September 23, 1935 in Providence, Rhode Island to George and Helen(Lee) Kelly and moved to Florida from East Greenwich, RI in 1996. Bill received a History…

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John & Judith Habeck left a message on January 4, 2012:
So Sorry to hear of Bills passing. He was a good neighbor!
Grant & Shari Waterman and family left a message on January 3, 2012:
Our deepest sympathy to your family for your loss. Please know that we send our prayers and hugs to hold you and comfort you during this time of deep sadness.
Shannon Kelly left a message on January 3, 2012:
Dear Kelly Family, So sorry for your loss. My prays are with you at this time. Love his photo, he still looks the same as I remember him. My thoughts are with you all and I wish I could be there to say goodbye.
Donna LaRocque left a message on January 3, 2012:
MaryEllen, Sue, Arleo and I send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time. Hugs, Donna
Randy & Carol left a message on January 4, 2012:
We will sadly miss Bill. He always had a good story to tell, and a great laugh with us. We love you.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Bonnie Hamlett left a message on January 4, 2012:
Although I haven't seen Bill in a ling time, he will always be in my memory. He helped to create my oldest and dearest friend. Bill, you do good work.
Scott DeClemente left a message on January 4, 2012:
May his rememberance be enternal.
Lisa Harrington left a message on January 4, 2012:
Bill, So sorry for your loss. You know I know what you're going through. Cherish the memories! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Lisa (SLC)
Fred and Carol Taylor left a message on January 4, 2012:
Karen and all the Kelly family, We have spent many good times with Bill and we will really miss him. We are so glad we were able to spend Christmas Eve with him. He had such a wonderful time. He loved his family and his golf. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Maria left a message on January 9, 2012:
I am very saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He was an extremely nice person and genuinely brought a smile to my face every time he came in. I will miss seeing his kind smile and beautiful blue eyes. May he rest in peace.
James Kelly left a message on January 4, 2012:
I will always remember you calling me lefty and our times spent at the country club. I love you. Keep a spot open for me on your golfing team. Im not that good but I see myself playing a lot more in your honor.
James Kelly left a message on January 4, 2012:
Ill always remember how proud of me you were of my baseball playing. You called me lefty. Always enjoyed that. I expect to play a round of golf with you when we meet again. Ill practice so I can at least be close to your score. Love you Grandpa.
harold hart left a message on January 5, 2012:
ill always have a fond memories of our times together rest in peach your cousin hsrold and family
Kathy & Rocky Tolla left a message on January 5, 2012:
Dear Karen, We our sorry to hear of Bill's passing. If you need a friend to hold you, our arms are open. Love Kathy & Rocky
LARRY/RITA ALOFSIN left a message on January 5, 2012:
.WE HAD MANY FOND MEMORIES FROM OUR FRIENDSHIP WITH BILL KELLY.OUR SINCEREST SYMPHATHY TO KAREN AND BILL,S FAMILY.
Beth Wigfield left a message on January 6, 2012:
Bill, So sorry for the loss of your dad. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. ~Beth Wigfield
Linda Rogers left a message on January 8, 2012:
Mary Ellen and everyone. My thoughts and prayers have been with you since the 1st. All my love and heartfelt sympathies on tyour loss.
Roberson Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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