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September 25, 2017
Services
His viewing will be held at Vander May Funeral Home at 567 Ratzer Rd in Wayne, NJ on Thursday, September 28th from 3pm to 8pm. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, September 29, 2017, at 10am at Our Lady of Consolation Church, 1799 Hamburg Turnpike in Wayne, NJ where a Funeral Mass will be offered.
George Robert Kelly, of Wayne, passed away peacefully at Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, NJ on Monday, September 25, 2017 surrounded by his family.
George was born on a snowy day in the Bronx, New York on January 20, 1943. He was the 9th child of Ethel and Jack Kelly. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Veronica as well as his brothers, John, Arthur, Owen and Jimmy and his sisters Patricia, Kay and Mary. He is survived by his sister, Barbara. He is also survived by his five children Andrew Kelly and partner Roseann, Anne Kelly and husband Harry Gopoyan, Christopher Kelly and wife Sharon, Jennifer Miller and husband Peter, and Shannon Jimenez and husband Camilo. George raised several of his grandchildren and his relationship with each one of them was more a father than a grandfather. Their world is shattered. They are Michael Kelly, Luke Kelly, Chelsea Parisi, Zachary Jordan, Chloe Kelly, Tony Kelly, Jessica Kelly, Shane Kelly, Samantha Kelly and Sadie Kelly. He delighted in his great-grandchildren Calyx, Mia, Cameron and Luna.
George proudly served in the U.S Navy during the Vietnam War and was on active duty during the Cuban Missile Crisis. After serving his country, George returned home and married his adoring wife Veronica on August 22, 1964. Veronica and George met and fell in love in the Bronx in April of 1959. According to George she was wearing a blue-green paisley blouse and a white pleated skirt but all he could see were her magnificent blue eyes. Ronnie and George were married for 49 years. Even after her death his love for her remained as steadfast as the day he fell in love with her.
George started with Western Electric in their Yonkers warehouse in 1965. During his 30 years of employment, there were many corporate changes and promotions. George was involved in many aspects of global subsea fiber optic telecommunications cable installations. These included being the Shore End Installation Senior Manager and ended with his retirement as the Senior Marine Personnel Manager where he was responsible for crewing and the logistical support of several large cable laying ships, including the world renowned CS Long Lines. He was the vessel Personnel Manager responsible for all employees. George retired in December of 2001 to take a full time role in caring for Veronica who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 1991.
George was the epitome of a Patriarch. He guided each member of his family through good times and bad and his absence will be something that will be felt for many years to come. He was a valued and beloved confidant to many friends. Acceptance and gratitude were the most important lessons George taught his family. His absence is palpable, but his legacy will carry them through for all the days of their lives.
For all who knew George he had a knack for always giving the best advice and wisdom but his greatest gift was teaching by example. For many who knew him, his word was everything and he could be counted on no matter what. “One Day at a Time”, “An attitude of gratitude” and “Most people are about as happy as they choose to be” were some of his favorite words of advice. He will be missed by many.
George often spoke of missing Veronica terribly and his family takes great comfort knowing they are together again.
Flowers are welcomed and can be sent to the funeral home.
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His viewing will be held at Vander May Funeral Home at 567 Ratzer Rd in Wayne, NJ on Thursday, September 28th from 3pm to 8pm. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, September 29, 2017, at 10am at Our Lady of Consolation Church, 1799 Hamburg Turnpike in Wayne, NJ where a Funeral Mass will be offered.
September 25, 2017
Services
His viewing will be held at Vander May Funeral Home at 567 Ratzer Rd in Wayne, NJ on Thursday, September 28th from 3pm to 8pm. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, September 29, 2017, at 10am at Our Lady of Consolation Church, 1799 Hamburg Turnpike in Wayne, NJ where a Funeral Mass will be offered.
George Robert Kelly, of Wayne, passed away peacefully at Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, NJ on Monday, September 25, 2017 surrounded by his family.
George was born on a snowy day in the Bronx, New York on January 20, 1943. He was the 9th child of Ethel and Jack Kelly. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Veronica as well as his brothers, John, Arthur, Owen and Jimmy and his sisters Patricia, Kay and Mary. He is survived by his sister, Barbara. He is also survived by his five children Andrew Kelly and partner Roseann, Anne Kelly and husband Harry Gopoyan, Christopher Kelly and wife Sharon, Jennifer Miller and husband Peter, and Shannon Jimenez and husband Camilo. George raised several of his grandchildren and his relationship with each one of them was more a father than a grandfather. Their world is shattered. They are Michael Kelly, Luke Kelly, Chelsea Parisi, Zachary Jordan, Chloe Kelly, Tony Kelly, Jessica Kelly, Shane Kelly, Samantha Kelly and Sadie Kelly. He delighted in his great-grandchildren Calyx, Mia, Cameron and Luna.
George proudly served in the U.S Navy during the Vietnam War and was on active duty during the Cuban Missile Crisis. After serving his country, George returned home and married his adoring wife Veronica on August 22, 1964. Veronica and George met and fell in love in the Bronx in April of 1959. According to George she was wearing a blue-green paisley blouse and a white pleated skirt but all he could see were her magnificent blue eyes. Ronnie and George were married for 49 years. Even after her death his love for her remained as steadfast as the day he fell in love with her.
George started with Western Electric in their Yonkers warehouse in 1965. During his 30 years of employment, there were many corporate changes and promotions. George was involved in many aspects of global subsea fiber optic telecommunications cable installations. These included being the Shore End Installation Senior Manager and ended with his retirement as the Senior Marine Personnel Manager where he was responsible for crewing and the logistical support of several large cable laying ships, including the world renowned CS Long Lines. He was the vessel Personnel Manager responsible for all employees. George retired in December of 2001 to take a full time role in caring for Veronica who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 1991.
George was the epitome of a Patriarch. He guided each member of his family through good times and bad and his absence will be something that will be felt for many years to come. He was a valued and beloved confidant to many friends. Acceptance and gratitude were the most important lessons George taught his family. His absence is palpable, but his legacy will carry them through for all the days of their lives.
For all who knew George he had a knack for always giving the best advice and wisdom but his greatest gift was teaching by example. For many who knew him, his word was everything and he could be counted on no matter what. “One Day at a Time”, “An attitude of gratitude” and “Most people are about as happy as they choose to be” were some of his favorite words of advice. He will be missed by many.
George often spoke of missing Veronica terribly and his family takes great comfort knowing they are together again.
Flowers are welcomed and can be sent to the funeral home.
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