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In Loving Memory

Kelly, Joseph R., Jr.

September 25, 1943 - July 19, 2024

Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, on Friday, July 19, 2024.

Beloved husband of the late Stephanie ‘Stevie” Kelly for 53 years; dearest father of Christine Kelly; dearest son of the late Loretta and Joseph R. Kelly, Sr., who was the “Kelly Horseradish King”; dear brother of the late Margie (survived by Edward) St. John; dearest brother-in-law of Dennis (Sharon) Corcoran and Kelly (Gary) Baum; uncle of Kelly St. John, Scott (Jamie) St. John, Cate (Tony) Vordtriede, Maire (John) Ragozzine, and Avrah (Ian) Sellar; our dear great-uncle, cousin and friend of many.

Joseph loved going to the casino, traveling and cruises, having been to all 7 continents and over 50 countries.

Funeral at Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois, Wednesday, July 24 at 12:00 pm. Interment Calvary Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society

Visitation Tuesday  5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

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8 thoughts on “Kelly, Joseph R., Jr.”

    • Am so very sorry, Chris, for your loss. You have been devoted to his care, as well as your mom’s. He will be missed by so many. Much love to all of you.

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  1. My sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Joseph Kelly Jr. May the life and legacy of Mr. Kelly continue to be celebrated with comfort to all.

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  2. Sorry sorry for your loss.,
    Chris. My thoughts and prayers are with you. They were both gone too soon and will surely be be missed by all.

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  3. Chris, Dave and I are sending our love. Your parents were so amazing, and we were blessed to have known them. You’re in our thoughts.

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