Terry Kelly's Obituary
John Terrence Kelly, 73, of Bethel Park, PA. went to be with his Lord and Savior, surrounded by his loving family on May 17, 2025. Born December 14, 1951 in Washington Hospital to the late Frank and Peg Kelly.
Terry worked as a sprinkler fitter for 30 years with union local 669. He was also a cherished member of the Church of the Nazarene, where he spent many days lending his time and hands with volunteer work.
Terry was a fan of all Pittsburgh sports teams and loved rooting for his hometown whenever he could. He was also celebrated for his culinary talent in the kitchen as well as out on the grill, feeding his family and friends with a smile.
Terry's greatest joy was found in the time shared with his beloved family, especially his grandchildren. Being 1 of 10 children, Terry knew the importance of family. The bonds he formed with his loved ones were rooted in deep love, and his legacy lives on through the cherished memories they hold dear.
Terry will be dearly missed, yet his spirit will continue to guide and comfort his loved ones, and all those who had the chance to know him.
Terry is survived by his loving wife Debbie Kelly; children Chris (Karolyn) Kelly, Becky (Michael) McCarty, Craig (Shana) Kelly; grandchildren Rachel, Alex, Emma, Jay, Chance and Carson; step-grandchildren Grant and Travis McCarty; siblings Cindy (Dave) Leaf, Pat (Eleanor) Kelly, Kevin (Bonnie) Kelly, Erin (Bob) Heuler, Marcine (the late Jerry) Obeicunas, Eileen (Bart) Forsyth; brother-in-law Robb (Suheir) Pfeil; 19 nieces and nephews as well as grand nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his parents Frank and Peg Kelly, his brother Tim (Christine) Kelly and twin siblings Sean and Eileen Kelly.
Friends and family will be received from 6-8pm on Tuesday May 20, 2025; and 2-4pm and 6-8pm on Wednesday May 21, 2025 at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills, PA, 15236.
A Funeral Service will be held at 10am on Thursday May 22, 2025 in the funeral home chapel.
Burial will be handled by Jefferson Memorial Park.
Online condolences can be made at jeffersonmemorial.com.
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