Francis Joseph Kelly Obituary

We announce the death of Francis Joseph Kelly (Fort Mill, South Carolina), who passed away on October 5, 2026, at the age of 80. Francis will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Francis Joseph Kelly to pay them a last tribute.

Francis will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Francis will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Francis’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Edward Kelly and Antoinette Kelly (Scarafile); his wife Sue Kelly (Durr); his children, Joe, Kim (Chris Manley), Brian and Doug; and his grandsons, Tyler and Quinn.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Central New York Veterans Outreach Center of the Utica Center for Development.