William C. Kelly

Albany-William C. Kelly, 73, entered into Eternal Rest at Teresian House on Thursday, December 18, 2014 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. Bill was the loving son of the late Francis and Catherine Fitzmaurice Kelly. He was predeceased by his beloved sister Patricia Jean Kelly. Bill leaves behind his sister Maryann Kelly, and his brother Francis "Mickey" Kelly (Madeline). Bill was the devoted and loving uncle to Patrick (Gail) Kelly, Michael (Lynn) Kelly, Daniel Kelly, Kevin Kelly, Matthew (Siobhan) Kelly and a niece Mary F. Kelly. He was the great uncle to Katherine, Erin, Colleen, Ella, Joseph, Meaghan, MaKenze, Kevin, Brianna, Kaleigh, Sharmara, Antoinette, Madeline and Eamonn. Bill was also a great, great uncle to Ava. Bill also leaves his precious and much loved dogs, Conor and Gracie. He is also survived by many cousins, god-children, and loving friends. Bill’s employment started in the 1960’s at Blessed Sacrament Church and School and later moved to St. Anne Institute. In 1974 he was hired to be the Executive Housekeeper at the newly opened Teresian House. In 1982 Bill went to New York City to become the Director of Plant Operations at the former Kateri Residence and then on to Terence Cardinal Cooke Healthcare Center from where he retired in 2005. Bill will be remembered as a kind and generous son, brother, uncle, and friend who always thought of others needs and wants before his own. He loved everything Irish and was grateful to have been able to visit Ireland several times. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Bill’s family would like to thank the Sisters of Mercy, The Carmelite Sisters of the Aged and Infirm, the nurses and staff on the fourth floor of Teresian House for the excellent care they gave our brother and uncle. We also thank Bills many friends for their support during the time of Bill’s illness. Funeral services Monday, December 22, 2014 at 8:15 am from McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany thence to Blessed Sacrament Church, Albany at 9:00 am where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are invited and may visit Sunday, December 21, 2014 4:00 to 7:00 pm in the funeral home. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Blessed Sacrament Church, 607 Central Ave., Albany, NY 12206. To leave a message for the family, obtain directions, light a candle or view other helpful services, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

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William C. Kelly

June 6, 1941 - December 18, 2014