Ruth Kelly Obituary

The family of Ruth Kelly of Jackson, New Jersey announces her passing on August 26, 2026. Ruth, born on March 13, 1940 in Newark, New Jersey, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth Kelly to show support.

She was predeceased by: her husband Malick D. Kelly Sr.; and her siblings, Philip Riley and Arlene Schmidt. She is survived by: her sons, Malick D. Kelly Jr. (Debra) of Glen Ridge, NJ and Patrick T. Kelly (Connie) of Forked River, NJ; her brother Curtis Riley; and her grandchildren, Malick D. Kelly III (Haley), Samantha D. Chaudhary (Anurag), Tadhg D. Kelly, Laura Merchante and Michael Buron (Alyssa Buron). She is also survived by six great grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 1st 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Timothy E. Ryan Home For Funerals- SCB 145 St (145 St Catherine Blvd, Toms River, NJ 08755). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, September 2nd 2026 at 9:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Wednesday, September 2nd 2026 at 10:15 AM at the St. Mary of the Lake Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.