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Donald Kelly, 80

Survived by loving wife of 59 years Paula; children, Laura (Keith) Valentine, Theresa Kelly, Karen (Harlan) Bowser, Patrick (Mary Flor) Kelly, Lawrence Kelly, Susan (Richard) Pope and Brendan Kelly; ten grandchildren; sisters, Barbara Maurer and Sharon Nett; many nieces, nephews and friends.

Preceded in death by brother, Tom Kelly.

A retired 25 year Mpls firefighter, achieving the rank of Captain, Don treasured his friendships with his compatriots and the community.  A member of the American Legion, he was an avid bridge player and sportsman.  He loved spending time with his family. 

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Private interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. 

Memorials preferred to St. Joseph’s Home for Children, c/o Catholic Charities. 

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Visitation

Date: Thursday, March 22 
Time: 10-11 a.m. 
Location: The Church of St. Thomas the Apostle
2914 West 44th Street, Minneapolis

Funeral

Date: Thursday, March 22 
Time: 11 a.m. 
Location: The Church of St. Thomas the Apostle
2914 West 44th Street, Minneapolis

Information provided by Gearty-Delmore Funeral Chapel.

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