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Beth & Brian Romocki posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
The Romocki Family is sending our deepest sympathies to the entire Kelly family. Mr. Kelly was such a kind, thoughtful and caring man who always was a pleasure to be around. He most recently taught our son Connor golf lessons at Green Lakes. Golf lessons at Green Lakes was a summer highlight for Connor - he loved the golf lessons and the lunch at the end of the lessons with Mr. Kelly. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. With Love and Sympathy, The Romocki Family (Brian, Beth, Madison, Connor & Mckenzie)
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Kevin Kelly planted a tree in memory of Lawrence Kelly
Thursday, April 16, 2020
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John Freeman posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
So sad to hear that Rocky left us. We go back a long time. me from Rosary (Froggy) and of course Rocky from St Pats. Just a great person. My condolences to Sue and their five sons and families. John Freeman
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Barb and David McPeak posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Dear Sue and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Sincerely, Barb and Dave McPeak
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Michael And Jean Behan planted a tree in memory of Lawrence Kelly
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
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Heather Kline posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, April 13, 2020
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Kevin and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your family's loss. Please know that will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. It sounds like your father was a wonderful man.
Heather Kline, DCFS
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Jack Garvey posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, April 13, 2020
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Mary Sue And Family: So sorry to hear about Rocky's passing. Such a great guy, always a pleasure to be around with his great sense of humor. He always brought a smile to my face when I saw him. We had many laughs in our small Army Pup Tent we shared at summer training at Fort Drum. I consider him a good friend and will miss the friendship.
Jack Garvey
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Tom Lanzafame lit a candle
Sunday, April 12, 2020
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To the whole Kelly family, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Rocky was a good, kind, & practience person, who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
I feel blessed to have had the chance to.
Prayers, & thoughts are with you all.
Tom Lanzafame
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Peter & Deb Davis posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, April 12, 2020
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To Mary Sue, the boys & families,
Our sincere condolences on your loss. Rocky was a beacon of light in a sometimes dimly lit world. He was the consumate gentleman whose only desire was to make your day brighter for crossing his path. It is ironic the good Lord called him back in these unprecedented times. He obviously needed him to help up there more than we needed him here. Alayna & Gabby send their wholehearted condolences & will forever cherish those days @ Green Lakes w Rock & Thursday nights especially w the boys. May God bless you and give you strength in the days to come.
All our love, The Davis family!
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Wiliam Sovik posted a condolence
Sunday, April 12, 2020
Rocky and I went to different high schools together and enjoyed our times then. He was always a very fun guy. We shared a golf heritage with Emmett and Larry memorialized on "the inaugural rock" at Green Lakes. Rocky was so fortunate to inherit the golf gene. And he made his mark in the the CNY golf world. Our condolences and prayers for Mary Sue and your family. You enjoyed a long life together which is such a gift from God, blessed with a beautiful family. May God continue these blessings to you all.
Bill and Sue Sovik
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John Kivari planted a tree in memory of Lawrence Kelly
Sunday, April 12, 2020
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Emmett Kelly posted a condolence
Saturday, April 11, 2020
Thank you to everyone for sharing their condolences, thoughts and prayers for our family and thank you all for sharing all of your meaningful memories of Rocky. The kinds posts on this website along with all of the calls, texts, card, notes and deliveries of food and flowers and the donations to St. Patrick's have been so thoughtful and so greatly appreciated by our family. The love and support from all of our family and friends has been tremendous. We are so appreciative of all of the outpouring of support. Jill and Chad with Ryan Funeral Home, Hospice and Doctors Kirshner, Berkery, Clinton and others along with the Nurses and Staff that cared for Dad have all been amazing as well and we thank them all from the bottom of our hearts. We love you all and wish you the best and pray that you all stay safe and healthy. Love, The Kelly Family
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Rob Canning posted a condolence
Friday, April 10, 2020
My deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the whole Kelly Clan. I deeply saddened by this news but I have so many wonderful memories of Rocky, most of them from my years as a bag boy at Cavalry Club. He was a true gentleman, with that infectious smile. He taught me a lot, mostly how to treat people with kindness and respect even when they are being irrational!! One of my fondest memories at Cavalry was I had just 3 jacked coming out of the bunker on the 9th hole, well on my way to shooting 197! I walked by the pro shop and Rocky gave me some words of encouragement as my playing partners were trying to get me to quit the game. I walked up to the tenth tee with a little glimmer of hope because of Rocky's kindness and promptly yanked my drive across Troop K Road into the driving range! I should have taken up tiddily winks! On the 18th hole, Rocky was outside waiting and watched me four putt. He came over, put his hand on my shoulder and said "lets go." He took me to the driving range, threw 5 balls in the bunker, gave a two minute lesson on how to get out and stood there as I did exactly what he told me to do. To this day, it's the only part of my game that i'm not terrified about. I know there are thousands of golfers all over CNY that can tell similar stories. Thank you Rocky for your kindness, your guidance, the words of encouragement, your patience but most of all, your friendship. May you rest in peace.
Rob Canning
Jupiter, FL
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Bill & Rosemary Guyder planted a tree in memory of Lawrence Kelly
Thursday, April 9, 2020
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Leonard Levy posted a condolence
Thursday, April 9, 2020
This man was a gentleman, in every sense of the word. Rocky always made us feel welcome at Green Lakes, and encouraged everyone to simply enjoy the place and the game he loved. He will be greatly missed.
Leonard Levy, MD, of the "Wednesday 1:58" group
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Sandy and John Kinsella planted a tree in memory of Lawrence Kelly
Thursday, April 9, 2020
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Patrick Ryan posted a condolence
Thursday, April 9, 2020
Very sorry for your loss, he was a great friend, a true gentleman with a great sense of humor.
Patrick Ryan
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slack_elizabeth@yahoo.com posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
We want to say how sorry we are to hear of your loss. Rocky was a dedicated husband and dad. Hopefully we can reconnect in the future. Our prayers go out to the family.
With love,
Betty & Ray Slack
Spring, Tx
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wwalsh315@gmail.com posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
To Mrs. Kelly and the boys,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Mr. Kelly was a wonderful man. He was kind, easy to talk to, and always made you feel comfortable. I have more than a few funny memories of him that have been running through my mind this week. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Billy Walsh
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Wendy Pinta posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Emmett and Nicole, I am so saddened to hear about the loss of your father. I can only imagine that he's in heaven playing the best courses. My condolences_Wendy Pinta
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Mike Donova lit a candle
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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Jim Daily uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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Rocky Kelly was one of the nicest and most beloved people I've ever known and a West End Syracuse legend. He positively affected countless peoples lives and will be truly missed. He was a great friend. We held the final outing of our Tipp Hill Golf league at Green Lakes for many years and we always looked forward to seeing Rocky. He loved to follow Westhill basketball and we'd chat often on it. I was very fortunate to have him give lessons to both myself and my son. I took the attached picture at our final lesson this past summer. I will hold onto that picture for the rest of my life. I offer my deepest condolences to his wife Sue and their children.
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James posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Rocky was a great asset at Green Lakes (and the world) and added to the family history there. He always greeted me with a smile and asked how I was doing and then made sure I was well taken care of by his staff. He was the consummate gentleman and will be sorely missed.
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oopsiedazie51@yahoo.com posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Rocky was a wonderful man. I told him when I worked at Green Lakes that if I could pick my grandfather, he’d be it. He was sweet and I just adored him. To the Kelly family I’m very sorry for your and to the worlds loss.
Jeanie Davis
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Tom Chaddock posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Rocky had been a staunch supporter and friend of the Fayetteville-Manlius Girls Golf program since its move to Green Lakes State Park Golf Course in 2010.
With his support, the team won six Section III titles while calling Green Lakes our home.
I will be forever grateful for his support of our team over the years!
Sincerely,
Tom Chaddock
Fayetteville-Manlius High School
Varsity Girls Golf Coach
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James Mancini posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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I am saddened by Rocky’s passing. He was such a great man. Rocky seemed to make it his mission to know everybody
by their first names. It seemed like no one was a stranger to him. He was the consummate golf professional.
If heaven is a golf course they are reserving the first tee time for Rocky! He will be missed.
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Brenda Zook lit a candle
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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Rocky was a gentle soul and a wonderful human being. I worked with him at the Links at Erie Village as the non-for-profit I worked for at that time had a professional women's golf tournament there. Rocky was always approachable and always had a smile on his face no matter the situation. Your hearts are heavy today with your loss, however, please allow these memories to help you understand that Rocky was much more than a husband, father, and grandfather. Rest Easy Rocky!
In peace and friendship,
Brenda R. Zook
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Mike McCormick posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
RIP Rocky. He always seemed to be there when our crew showed up to play at Green Lakes. Always had a smile and a handshake for me; and wanted to know how the Course was doing that I played at, when not teeing it up at GL. Condolences to the whole Kelly clan, and especially his son Matt. Be well my “young” friend.
Mac from OGCC ❤️
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John Kicak planted a tree in memory of Lawrence Kelly
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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The Donnelly Family planted a tree in memory of Lawrence Kelly
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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Don Brown posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Thanks for being such a good, kind and caring man...Will always remember my early years under your tutelage at St Charles and then seeing your smiling face out at Green Lakes in recent years...You touched so many lives...May you rest in peace Rocky
- Don Brown
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Michael Ferris lit a candle
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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To the Kelly Family, the time I spent with Rocky on the golf course will always be treasured. It was a pleasure to work with him at the Links and visit him at Green Lakes. He made the world a better place. My condolences, Michael Ferris and the ESM golf team
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mannionp@hotmail.com posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Sue and the entire Kelly, Holmes, and Driscoll Families,
Vicki and I were so saddened in hearing of Rocky's passing. Rock was such a wonderful man in all aspects of his life. We had a great time with him as our JV and CYO varsity coach at St. Patrick's. And just being a friend to everyone he met.
The best 5 summers of my life were working for Rock at Camillus Country Club along with Bobby "Horse" Corning and Dr. Pat Hayes. We had such a great time, I don't know how the Forward Family put up with us. Rocky made the Club such great place to be a part of, the membership loved him.
I last spoke to him in August of 2019 and we had a great conversation and a lot of laughs. I seldom get back home, so l realize how special the call became to me.
Sue - God Bless All in Your House
Pat and Vicki Mannion, Bethel Park, PA
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Leslee Kline lit a candle
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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Kevin & Family
I am truly sorry for the loss of your father. Although I did not know him and after reading his obituary, he sounded like an amazing father and human being. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care.
Leslee Kline
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Bob Lynch lit a candle
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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All the times I would meet or talk to Rocky...he was both a gentleman, professional and all around great guy...
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Mark McGuigan lit a candle
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
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Emmett, Kevin and the entire Kelly family,
I am very sorry for the loss of your Dad. I hope you have an Irish wake and celebrate a wonderful man and a life well lived.
I want all of you to know that I played golf many times over the last few years. Every time I entered the pro shop, your dad always greeted me warmly. He made Green Lakes a welcoming place to play. I will miss seeing him at the course.
Mark McGuigan and Family
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Mary Agnes Drury lit a candle
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
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Emmett, Kevin and Family - please accept our very strong virtual hug to you both from the whole Drury and Sardino Clan. We are so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful father. We will keep you all in our hearts and prayers -
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Patrick J Hayes planted a tree in memory of Lawrence Kelly
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
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Rocky was a great mentor for me in my "formative years" in the proshop at Camillus CC.I envied his commitment to ,and love for his family. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Jerry Vincent posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Sue I am very sorry to you and your family.
Jerry Vincent
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Shannon Kreytak posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
To the Kelly Family-
I was so sad to hear of Mr. Kelly’s passing, and at this strange time in our lives. I am thinking of all of you now, and I am sure there will be a wonderful celebration of Rocky’s life when this ends. He was such a nice man, and he had a big impact on so many in the community.
Some of the best memories I have from our time at St. Charles are from going to the basketball games, and specifically cheering for the team. The only cheer that I distinctly remember is the following, so I had to share it- and I am sure some of you will remember it as well…
(to the tune of Johnny B. Goode, by Chuck Berry)
Down on Tipperary, north of Coleman’s Grill
We found Coach Kelly playin’ “King of the Hill”
He taught us how to dribble, and he taught us to fight
The mighty mighty Chargers gonna win tonight!
Go, Go
Go Chargers, Go, Go
Go Chargers, Go, Go
Chargers Be Good!
With love and prayers,
Shannon (Santay) Kreytak and family
Lexington, Massachusetts, (formerly Bronson Road)
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Deege O'Hara posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Our heartfelt condolences to the Kelly family on your loss. Rocky was truly a great man and his impact on others reached far beyond his expert golf instruction. May the memories of him comfort you all. Thanks Rocky for all the great stories, lessons and laughs! "See you on the back nine!"... The Denny and Carol O'Hara family
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Jim Hamilton posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
A great man will be missed. My condolences to the family. I took my first lessons from him many years ago and purchased eyeglass frames for a brief stint in his career,
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Mary-Claire Kennedy lit a candle
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
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Dear Mrs K. & family , my heart just broke hearing the news of Rocky. May his spirit live on by the love he gave to each of you and the love you have for each other .
I’ve known the Kelly Family since grade school at St. Chuck’s...but
my fondest memories of Rocky are from my days working for him at The Clinton Square Ice Rink. I’ll never forget the day I arrived and he very nonchalantly told me he had agreed to have me be the face of the rink in an article for the Newspaper. They would be in to take my picture and interview me the next day! (F.Y.I. I despise having my picture taken ) The next day...after commandeering his office and turning it into a makeshift beauty salon. He came in to grab something. His desk was covered in Makeup -curling irons -just girly chaos. I said ,”Rock whatever you do ...just don’t touch anything that’s plugged in. You will burn yourself ! “ I’ll never forget the look of sheer terror on his face . (Being the Father of ALL BOYS)...He shook his head as he always did with that Kelly smirk and QUICKLY retreated saying.., “ OK . ..Mary- Claire I’ll let ya get back to whatever it is that you are doing ?!..I don’t understand what all this stuff does??? ...you were pretty when you got here weren’t ya???! Ha!!
They don’t make men like RK anymore.
R.I.P Rocky the world won’t be the same without you.
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Stan and Sue Lisk posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Condolences to Rocky's Family, we lost a great person and outstanding pro and hope we all see him on the back nine!
RIP Rocky.
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Patrick Kelly and family planted a tree in memory of Lawrence Kelly
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
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Tom Muench posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Rocky was the kindness , gentle, most wonderful person. He would welcome people like they were life long friends. I will miss his terribly. Rocky is not in heaven then none of us will make. Tom Muench
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Chris posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Kelly Family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of a great husband , father , brother and to me a coach.
When growing up I had the honor of being coached by Rocky .
He was such a great motivator and inspiration and played a big part in making young men better athletes and better people. I will never forget some of his chilling speeches and his ability to bring out the best in people . Our spectacular, shocking run enroute to the Diocesan championship in 85 will forever be etched in my soul . To the Kelly family find some grace and solace that he was a great man to many .
Petrilli
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Mary Ryan lit a candle
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
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Dear Sue & family,
So sorry for the loss of your beloved Rocky, what a great, kind, loving man he was.
Peacefulness,
Mary(Kocher)Ryan
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Linda Donahue and Rob Nabinger planted a tree in memory of Lawrence Kelly
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
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Mark Quilter posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Your father taught me how to hold a club, and play the game. I shagged balls @ Calvary Club several summers & Mr Kelly gave me tips. I am forever grateful - and over the years you followed in his footsteps. My condolences to your loved ones.
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Carol Polimino posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Annie, Mike and the entire Kelly Family, please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of your Dad. I will never forget how kind and wonderful he was to me, my husband, and my grandson.
I had my first hole in one last summer at Green Lake and of course being Rocky, he drove right out on the course to congratulate me and went above and beyond to retrieve the ball I continued to use and lost. He will be missed by so many people.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. Just know that Rocky made such a difference in so many life’s. With sympathy, Carol Polimino
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Larry Specchio posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
All of us are so saddened to hear of Rocky's passing, we consider ourselves fortunate to have had him as our golf professional and pro shop concessionaire, he was a pleasure to work with, our condolences to the entire family.
The staff at Chenango Valley State Golf Course
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Bill Hurd lit a candle
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
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A wonderful man, true gentleman. Condolences to Family.........Billy Hurd
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Love, Your Family planted a tree in memory of Lawrence Kelly
Monday, April 6, 2020
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Larry Ruben and Catherine Grace planted a tree in memory of Lawrence Kelly
Monday, April 6, 2020
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Laura Smelski posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2020
So enjoyed working with Rocky at Green Lakes. He was such an advocate for the sport of Golf and especially an advocate for the Junior golfers....He will be missed for sure.
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Jackie Kivari posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2020
I remember meeting Mr. Kelly when I was dating my husband John Kivari. Such a friendly guy who welcomed me in Syracuse. I later learned how much of an impact he and Mrs. Kelly had in John’s life. I also came to know Emmett, who is a loyal friend. Thank you for the impact you had in our lives without (maybe) even knowing it. - Love, Jackie Kivari
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Joe Iudice posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2020
Rocky and the Kelly family have been and always will be an extension of ours. It has been this way for over 45 years growing up across the street on Bronson Rd. Rocky (and Sue) were both huge inspirations to us kids growing up as neighbors; extremely generous, funny, caring and always seemed to be there when you needed them to lend an ear. There are so many great memories with Rocky and the family back then it actually makes me smile thinking about them during this sad time. A few of my favorites reaching way back were Rocky driving all of us crazy kids in the old family wagon (while hanging out the back window) up to old Archbold Stadium for SU Football games, road trips we took together up to Hollywood Lodge in Old Forge, Rocky coaching me in hoops at St Charles during the legendary "Midgets vs Giants" game, Rocky getting us all into the fair the night before it opened year after year with his fake police badge, making Kev & I wash clubs in the clubhouse to earn our rounds of golf at the Calvary Club, and of course the classic Turkey Bowls at Geddes Field. Rocky's laughter and quick wit were always front and center during all of these incredible events. But while spending most of my childhood constantly in and out of the Kelly house, my favorite memory of Rocky was always how excited he was to see me. I remember coming into the kitchen a million times at 508 Bronson and seeing him peek through the wall hole from his desk...and I can hear him now: "Hey Jo Jo!!" He always made my day that much brighter. Making other people happy was Rocky's superpower. RIP.
With Love,
The Iudice Family in Seattle (Joe, Jen, Jack, Sadie & Quinn).
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Kim Fitzgerald posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2020
On behalf of the Fitzgerald family, I would like to send my deepest sympathies to the Kelly family. As a classmate at St. Charles growing up with the family, what I remember the most about Mr. Kelly was that he always had smiling eyes. His kindness was always evident. Please know you are in our prayers at this most difficult time. God bless.
Kim Fitzgerald
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Pat Nowakowski Ross posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, April 6, 2020
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Green lakes State Park posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2020
We're all going to miss you so much! See you on the back nine!!
Love all your family at Green Lakes State Park
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John and Annelle McCullough posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2020
Dear Sue and family,
We extend our deepest sympathy for your loss. We are fortunate to have known Rocky and his family ever since we moved onto the 500 block of Bronson Road more than 40 years ago. Rocky has given so much to his family, neighborhood, and community, and he will be lovingly remembered by his family and many friends.
Sincerely, John and Annelle McCullough
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John Brown lit a candle
Monday, April 6, 2020
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Dear Sue and Family: Kitty and I are sad to hear of Rocky’s passing. He was a wonderful guy; warm, smart, friendly, and a great sense of humor. We wish that we could pay our respects in person, but unfortunately this is all we can do now. We are thinking of all of you and keeping Rocky and all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, John Brown and Kitty Vincent
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Jocko Collins posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2020
So sorry to Sue and Family. I now you are proud knowing what great person Rocky is. Another chip off the Tipp Hill lore. God Bless
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Ryan P. Murphy uploaded photo(s)
Monday, April 6, 2020
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My deepest and sincere condolences to the whole Kelly family....So sorry for your loss of such a great man who did so much for so many. We’ll never forget ya Rock!
I found some old pictures of him and thought I should post them here for everyone.
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trudella@me.com posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2020
Please accept my deepest sympathy in your loss. Rocky was my first crush. We lived next door in Mr Curtain’s house. I was 5 to his 15. I thought he was the greatest person. I was head over heels. Always at their fri to door looking for him where Grandma Behan would give me a cookie. I got to be Queen if Babe Ruth for his baseball team because if his family. There was a parade and everything. We had a hammock on the front porch. I got the mumps. Rocky would come over and lay on the hammock and talk to me through the window screen when I was sick. After we moved to Tennyson with my Grandmother I didn’t see him again until I was about 18. My Mom, boyfriend and I were at a band concert at Burnet Park when this young man sat down suddenly in the end of my chaise lounges and asked who the guy was trying to muscle in on his girl. He was probably married by then but it still makes the little girl in me smile. May happy thoughts bring you comfort during this difficult time.
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Bill Benderski posted a condolence
Monday, April 6, 2020
Mike, and the rest of the Kelly family, my deepest condolences on your loss. Such a great guy.
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