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John Kelly Obituary

Kelly, John E. "Jack" Age 83. Late of South Chicago. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Kelly (nee Tomaszewski). Loving father of Fran Ramos, John Kelly Jr, Karen Creighton, Donna (Jeff) Polarek, and Kirby Farr. Cherished grandfather of Cora, Shawn, Lisa, Shana, and K'Anye. Dear brother of Helen Ann Browall, the late Billy, and late Bobby Kelly. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Veteran of the U.S. Navy. Retired employee of Peoples Gas after 45 years of dedicated service. Visitation Sunday 1-8pm. Funeral services Monday, November 7, 2011 at 9:45 am from the Elmwood Chapel 11200 S. Ewing Ave. Chicago to St. Victor Church. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 am. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. 773-731-2749 www.elmwoodchapel.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 6, 2011.

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Raquel Myles

November 10, 2011

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family and everyone who had the chance to be blessed by his presence. Remembering how Mr. Kelly loved to crack jokes and he always put a smile on my face.

November 9, 2011

Kelly was a jolly and wonderful man who loved people and family. We send our deepest condolences to his family. Keep all of his memories in your heart with love for each other.
"Tony and Alma Flournoy ('South Holland,IL"

Auntie Dee, Brad & D'Anthony Johnson

November 8, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. We're sending you a hug from afar.

SHERON CLADY

November 7, 2011

YOU ALL HAVE MY DEEPEST HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES...HE WAS A NICE PERSON ! ! ! ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE...REST IN PEACE! ! !

Judi & Bill Gormack

November 6, 2011

He was a kind and happy-go-lucky kind of guy. Our deepest sympathy to all of his children and grandchildren.

MARTIN POROPAT

November 6, 2011

JACK YOU WERE THE GREATEST GAS MAN WHO WORKED FOR PEOPLES GAS . MADE ALL OF GUYS LAUGH AND TOLD MANY STORIES . BUT NOW ST.PETER WILL LET YOU IN THE BIG HOUSE TO BE HAPPY WITH THE LORD . MY SORROW FOR YOUR PASSING AND TO THE KELLY FAMILY . GOD BLESS MARTY POROPAT

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