21-Year-Old Foxborough Resident Dies Unexpectedly

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Foxborough resident Brendan Joseph Kelly, 21, died unexpectedly on Thursday, March 21.

Kelly graduated from Foxborough High School in 2010 and was currently attending Framingham State University. FSU president Timothy J. Flanagan informed campus of the news Friday through an e-mail to students, faculty and staff.

"Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff,
 
I write with a heavy heart to inform you of the death of former Framingham State student Brendan Kelly. Brendan had many friends on campus and will be missed. Please join me in extending our community’s sincere condolences to Brendan’s family and friends.
 
The Counseling Center will be open on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m., and during the week between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. for anyone seeking emotional support during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
 
Timothy J. Flanagan
President"

Brendan was the son of Brian and Beverly Kelly.

Brendan was born on Nov. 3, 1991 and was an outdoorsman who enjoyed kayaking and hiking. He enjoyed history and hanging out with friends. He was a former member of Boy Scout Troop 7 of Foxborough. He also taught Sunday School at Bethany Church.

Beloved son of Brian and Beverly Kelly of Foxborough. Loving brother of Benjamin Kelly of Foxborough. Devoted grandson of Roger & Patricia Smith of Foxborough and the late Joseph & Theresa Kelly. He also leaves behind several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Funeral Information

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend calling hours on Monday, March 25 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Roberts and Sons Funeral Home, 30 South St., Foxborough. A funeral service will be celebrated on Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Bethany Congregational Church, 3 Rockhill St., Foxborough. Internment to follow at Rock Hill Cemetery, Foxborough. For additional information please contact (508) 543-5471.

To light a special candle in Brendan’s memory please visit the funeral home web site at www.robertsandsonsfuneralhome.com.

Donations Information

In lieu of flowers, donations in Brendan’s memory may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation of America Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 6062, Albert Lea, MN 56007-6662.