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Thomas Kennelly Obituary

Kennelly, Thomas Edward 89, of Blacksburg Virginia, formerly a long time resident of Hyde Park in Chicago, died May 30th. Mr. Kennelly had worked at the American School of Correspondence for over 45 years before retiring as Vice-President. He is survived by his beloved wife Carlotta; daughters Carlotta Lough of Seattle, WA, and Tamara Kennelly of Blacksburg, VA; grandchildren Francis Green, John (Heather) Lough, Shannon (Andrew) Ragonesi, and Kerry (Vincente) Guiseppe; great-grandchildren of Grace Lough, Sean Ragonesi, and Sarah Lough; brother Martin Kennelly; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday, June 2, 2006, at St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, 706 Harding Avenue Blacksburg, Virginia, at 10 a.m. followed by a funeral mass at 11:15 a.m.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 1, 2006.

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Janet Howe

June 2, 2006

I worked with Tom for many years at the American School, and appreciated his dry wit and his passionate interests in good food and Ireland. I was asked to accompany him once on one of the School's educator convention exhibit trips, and recall him talking about his children and grandchildren with great fondness. You have my deepest sympathy.

Roberta Allen

June 2, 2006

I worked with Tom at the American School for many years and admired his dedication to high standards in whatever he undertook— in addition to enjoying his urbane Irishness. He was proud of his family and you have my most sincere condolences.

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