NORWICH – Douglas Kelly, age 54, of Norwich, NY, passed away peacefully at his home on May 4, 2015.
Doug was born May 27, 1960 in Stamford, NY. He lived most of his life in Norwich graduating from Norwich High School in 1978. He served six years in the United States Air Force and then built his own business, Kelly’s Management, which he ran for the last 25 years. He was a member of St. Bartholomew’s Church.
Doug is survived by his wife, Barbara Walker-Kelly and his parents, Larry and Alice Kelly, of Norwich; two sons, Jeremy & Ryan Kelly, of Norwich and two daughters, Crystal and husband, Marcus Haner, of Little Rock, AK and Elisha Kelly of Binghamton, NY.; two brothers, David and wife, Barbara Kelly, of Wilmington, NC and Donald and wife, Jacquelyn Kelly, of Norwich; He is also survived by a step-son, Jared and wife, Leah Weeks and grandchildren, Henry and Amelia, of Dover, NH and a step-daughter, Deidra and husband, Michael Morgan and granddaughter, Eve, of Maui, Hawaii. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and many friends.
Doug lived life to the fullest, was a loving father and husband and had a wonderful sense of humor. He was also an avid golfer, enjoyed hunting and outdoor life. His property business was his passion in life along with exercising, which was part of his daily routine. He loved to travel as he and his wife, Barbara, spent the last few winters in Hawaii. They shared many vacations together. He will be forever loved and missed beyond words.
Doug’s wishes were to have no calling hours or funeral service, but to have a Family Celebration of Life at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made in Doug’s memory to: Hospice of Chenango County, 21 Hayes Street, Norwich, NY 13815 or to the Norwich Family YMCA, 68 No. Broad St., Norwich, NY 13815.
The arrangements are under the direction of the Wilson Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at: www.wilsonfh.com.