Dorothy Elaine Kelley Obituary
We bid farewell to Dorothy Elaine Kelley of Keene, New Hampshire, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 14, 2025 at the age of 94. Dorothy Elaine touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dorothy Elaine Kelley to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Annas Sevene (Burley) and Henry Sevene; her husband Frank Kelley; and her brothers, Henry, Don and Ken Sevene.
She is survived by: her children, Deborah Best (Brian) of Smithfield, VA, Catherine Carter (Jeff) of Spofford, NH, Frank Kelley Jr. (Jan) of Braintree, MA, Bob Kelley of Barnstead, NH and Susan Yach (Jack) of Oshkosh, WI.; and her grandchildren, Kim Hayes, Nathan Carter, Christina Carter, Andrew Kelley, Alexandra Kelley, John Kelley, Mary Haigh and Brandon Yach. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 1st 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel (44 Maple Ave, Keene, NH 03431). A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, July 2nd 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Bernard's Catholic Church (185 Main St, Keene, NH 03431). A burial will be held on Wednesday, July 2nd 2025 at the Calvary Cemetery (162 Wisdom Way #152, Greenfield, MA 01301).