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Evan Kelly Obituary

Kelly, Jr., Evan I. age 82, of Homewood. Naval Veteran WWII. Beloved husband of the late Margaret "Peg" Kelly (nee Heffernan). Loving father of Margaret (Frank) Kelly-Walker, Denis (Barbara) Kelly and the late Evan I. Kelly III. Dear brother of Rosemarie McMahon, Jack Kelly, Grace Ann Thomas and the late Edward Kelly. Cherished grandfather of Meg (Matthew) Stenger, Kathleen Walker, Frank "Mac" (Rita) Walker, Timothy Walker, Ryan (Trista) Kelly, Evan I. Kelly IV and the late Denis J. Kelly II.; great-grandfather of Mollie, Grace, Frank, Madeline and Jack. Dear Uncle to many. Visitation Monday 2 to 9 p.m. at the Ryan Funeral Home 18022 Dixie Highway in Homewood. Funeral Tuesday 11 am prayers at the Funeral Home to St. Joseph Church Mass 11:30 a.m. Interment private. In Lieu of flowers, memorials to Misericordia Heart of Mercy in Chicago. Funeral information 708-798-0331.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 27, 2009.

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Paul Yadron

January 6, 2010

To the Kelly Family,
Grandpa Kelly & Grandma Kelly were great people. They extended their freindship, love & home to our family many times over. As Christmas has past, it is that time of yeat that we reflect back on the times we spent at their home - Music (Very Loud) Food - Egg Nog, Cheese Cake, Drinks and a great atmosphere. The Caroling night before Chritsmas - The Kelly's were Christmas to us.

The camping trips at Covered Bridge what memories. The Yadron's appreciate all the past times we shared with the family and thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Our prayers & thoughts are with you & your family at this time. Sorry we could not make the serviced.

With our Love & Deep Sympathy,

Yadron's

Jim Adair

December 29, 2009

I will always cherish the memories of fishing with Evan on "Kelly Island" in Canada. His sense of humor and wit made him such a pleasure to be with in a boat, and I will always remember the suspense he added to every cast. The thoughts and prayers of the Adair (Grace Kelly) family are with all his loved ones.

David Buss-Larson

December 29, 2009

Dear Dennis and Margaret - Our hearts go out to you at this sad occasion. Big Ev and Peg were like parents to me and David and our lives are enriched with many happy memories of our infrequent visits over the years. Let your memories of fun and love assuage the grief you're experiencing. Fondly, David and David

The Kitching Family

December 28, 2009

Our hearts go out to you in this time of sadness. With sincere sympathy for your loss.

evan kelly

December 28, 2009

To The Kelly Family,
I'm so sorry to hear the sad new about your father, grandfather,he was a very dear soul, he came to me to get his hair done once a month and I enjoyed his company,he always made me laugh and we always had good conversations, always talking about his dear grandchildren and bragging about the great grandchildren too!there was never a time that went by that he ever left his dear wife Peg out of the conversation,he missed her so,now he's in heaven.........with her at last.........God bless to all of Kelly famiy .........Evon will be missed.....
With Love,Paula McGuffin

December 28, 2009

Aunt Kelly,
I'm very sorry to hear about the passing of you're father. I don't remember him all that well but I do remember that he was a very nice man. Please know that you will all be an my prayers.

With Love - Sarah Walker

December 28, 2009

To the Kelly family,
Our Thoughts and prayers are with all of you, Grandpa Kelly touched all of our hearts. He will be deeply missed.

- The Collins Family

Kathy Brown

December 28, 2009

To all the Kelly family -
Such sad news about Ho! He was loved by many and we will miss him. We are blessed to have so many good memories to cherish. Love to you all

Kathy (O'Meara) and Mike Brown
Mary Cate, Lily, Evan and Emma

Mary & Jim Clumpner

December 27, 2009

Mr. Kelly was the best neighbor one could have. We have enjoyed all our visits with him on the front porch. We will miss him very much.

Our sincere condolences.

Dale and Nancy Hoekstra

December 27, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. We know Evan was cherished by all his family and may your memories fill the emptiness you feel.

December 27, 2009

We feel so blessed to have known you. Grandpa Kelly was an amazing man. He will be missed.
John, Tinney, Luke, Kate and Claire Newman

Elizabeth Walker

December 27, 2009

Aunt Kelly my thoughts an prays go out to you in this difficult time. I am very sorry for your loss. Grandpa Kelly was a wonderfully man and will truly be missed.

December 27, 2009

Gramps and his great grand children

December 27, 2009

December 27, 2009

Grandpa~ We miss you already. We are all so very lucky to have had you in our life! I love you bigger than the sky! xoxo, Meg

Tom & Lisa Mencke

December 27, 2009

To the Kelly Family:
We are so sad to hear about the loss of Evan. We know how much he was loved by his family. We pray that God will grant Peace to you all at this difficult time.

The Staff of Ryan Funeral Home

December 27, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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