John Allen Kelly
October 09, 1953 - February 27, 2020
New Brighton, PA
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John Allen Kelly
October 09, 1953 - February 27, 2020
New Brighton, PA
Obituary
John Allen Kelly, age 66, of New Brighton, passed away on the evening of Friday, February 27, 2020. John was born in New Brighton on October 9, 1953, to Walter E. Kelly and the late Louise Hartsuff. He is survived by his wife, Lorna Kelly, and four daughters, Ruby Kelly (Bryce) Lemon, Leah, Anna, and Erin Kelly. He is also survived by his father, Walter E. Kelly; his stepmother, Annie Kelly; his brothers, Tim Kelly and Troy Martin; his sisters, Terri (Sam) Proya and Dawna Jo (Sam) Ramaglia; and numerous nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death in death by his mother, Louise Hartsuff; his sisters, Valerie Kelly and Lynn Kelly Kirkpatrick; his brother, Patrick Kelly and his nephew Josh Kirkpatrick The pride and love he had for his girls was immeasurable, and was sometimes a little too boastful. He loved fishing in Tampa with his dad and childhood friend, Freddy. In Pennsylvania, he and his friend George spent many hours at Hereford Manor swapping fishing stories while fishing for bass. Between his time spent serving in the U.S. Navy and traveling to paint motion picture sets, John had many wonderful stories to share. His bar, The Blue Marble, was a place he loved and a place where he displayed items he collected through the years. Friends will be received on Monday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. in the GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Ave., New Brighton, www.gabauerfamilyfuneralhomes.com, where a service will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Pastor Michael Sourwine will officiate. Private interment will take place in the Cemetery of the Alleghenies. John’s family would like to thank Dr. Ashfaq for his kindness and consideration throughout the course of his care.
4 responses to John Allen Kelly
Robert Knopp says:
March 1, 2020
Terri and family. I would like to offer my condolences on your families loss. May good bless and keep you.
Melody K Ackman says:
March 2, 2020
I am very sorry for your loss. I only met John one time when he came to Indiana with his dad. Uncle Walter always talked about Johnny now he only has one son left. Once again I am so very sorry for your loss
Stephanie On'Neal says:
March 2, 2020
To Lorna and the girls! I will be here praying for you! Although through the years I’ve lost contact with you and Uncle Johnny I have so many wonderful memories. Lorna do you remember the year you where pregnant with Ruby and you both told me on the back porch what you where going to name her “Ruby” Uncle Johnny said so proudly I said “Ruby” he said “yes it’s the most beautiful jewel”! Uncle Johnny although quiet was such a loving funny man! I will always remember him as being that soft spoken, funny, very loving and overly protective of his nieces kinda uncle! Please understand that although I can not make it back for his services I am deeply sorry and will be praying for God to grant you all the strength to make it though this difficult time! With all my love your niece and cousin Stephanie! 🙏
Tracy kelly says:
March 3, 2020
He was a great guy, and going to be missed by many,,,, my thought and prayers go out to the family,,, RIP cousin John xoxo