Thomas A. Kelly D.M.D., 64, of Milford passed away suddenly on Friday, November 27, 2015 at the South Shore Hospital, South Weymouth, Massachusetts after being stricken while visiting his daughter and family for the holiday. He was the beloved husband of 37 years to Denise L. DiMeo Kelly. Dr. Kelly was born in Portchester, New York on September 6, 1951; son of the late Thomas A. Kelly, Sr. and Jean Fischang (Kelly) Betz. Dr. Kelly did his undergraduate studies and received his Dental degree from UCONN and started his practice in North Haven in 1980 to present. He was an Eagle Scout, member of the North Haven Rotary Club where he was awarded a Paul Harris Fellow; member and chaired the Hamden Fire Commission and the Woodbridge Fire Commission. Dr. Kelly served on the faculty of the Dental Residency Program at Yale-New Haven Hospital Department of Surgery. A handyman, he loved and was excellent at fixing just about anything which he regarded a hobby having three workbenches in his home; enjoyed going to the movies especially Wednesday date night with his boys; loved to travel especially to Key West, Florida, but most of all spending time with his family especially his girls whom he loved unconditionally. Father of Sarah Nesheiwat (Sharif), Caitlin Pinard (John Markus) and Daisy Koltov (Michael). Grandfather of Zaid Nesheiwat and Addison Pinard. Brother of Timothy Kelly (Joellen), Edward Kelly (Tami), Kathy Blessing (Greg) and James Kelly (Pam). Step-Brother of Robert Betz, Dawne Williams, Mark Betz (Judy), Barry Betz and Fern Kopytko. Son-in-law of Lucian and Shirley DiMeo. Also survived by 32 nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his step-father Robert Betz, a step-sister Gayle Kasica and a sister-in-law Peggy Kelly.
Family and friends are invited to attend a “Celebration of Dr. Thomas A. Kelly’s Life “on Thursday morning at 11:00 in the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. The visiting hours will be Wednesday from 4 to 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Memory of Dr. Thomas A. Kelly may be made to Yale-New Haven Hospital, Office of Development, P.O. Box 1849, New Haven, CT 06508 for the Yale New Haven Dental Residency Program.
I am deeply saddened to hear of Dr Kelly's death. Although I did not know him personally, I feel as though I have through my ex, Roger Chamberlin and our son, Kenn Chamberlin. They both spoke often and highly about Tom over the years. My sincere sympathy goes out to his family, friends, colleagues and patients. A loss too big for many to put into words.
Our deepest condolences to the Kelly family. We will miss you dearly Tom…
To the family of Dr. Kelley + staff of his dental office. I am a patient of his for many of years, very sorry for your loss.
Dear Denise, Sarah, Caitlin and Daisy,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will always cherish our memories of Tom, his warmth, his humor and laughter. We will keep you and your entire family in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers.
With all our love,
Rosa, Alvaro, Alexander and Francesca Genovesi
I met dr kelly in 1984 been my dentist for over 30 years I'm saddened by his sudden passing. There are only three words to describe dr kelly Love. Love and love . May he rest in peace sincerely Elizabeth and Frank Piscitelli
Dear kelly family,
my husband and i will miss dr kelly.he was our dentist.he was a wonderful dentist and person.my deepest sympathy to his wife
and family.may dr kelly be at peace.
Our deepest sympathy to the family and staff of Dr. Kelly.
Dear Denise and family:
I am saddened and shocked to learn of Tom's passing. Although it has been sometime since I have seen both of you, I have often thought of you and reminisced about the good times and fun we shared. Tom was a great man.I will keep you and your family in my prayers at this difficult time.
Dear Denise , Sarah, Caitlin and Daisy. this comes with my most heartfelt prayers and sympathy at the loss of your Husband, Father and Grandfather. Dr. Kelly was so much more than a former employer to me. From day one I knew he was a man with a heart of gold with genuine love and caring for everyone he met. I have always considered him one of my dearest friends as well as being a most trusted physician. I will feel his loss every day. I spent many a day both in his chair and just stopping by to kibitz with him and the whole "Crew" especially Alicia who I have known the longest and was his first and best "go to" girl. The only other thing I would like to add is that I have NEVER met a man more in Love with his girls. You were ALL the joy of his life and his joy was enormously increased at the birth of his Grandchildren. He was blessed with ALL of you, but you were all truly blessed with this wonderful man. I pray he Rests in Peace and watches all from a great balcony seat from above..
Doreen & I are deeply saddened by the loss of Dr. Kelly. Our sincere condolences to his family & to his dedicated staff.
My Sincerest Sympathy extended to the entire Kelly Family. Tom was/is well respected aa a highly competent medical man and a warm and wonderful person and family man with great people skills. As a patient for many years, he was always there in time of need regardless of any off-hours requests. Tom will be missed by the many folks whose lives he touched. Rest in Peace my Friend.
I was so saddened to hear from my daughter, Jill Anderson, of Dr. Kelly's sudden passing. I, myself, as well as Jill, her husband, Russell, and granddaughter, Danielle, have been patients of Dr. Kelly for many, many years. He was a very compassionate and caring man and will be missed by many. Sincere condolences to his family. God Bless them all.
Dr Kelly was one of a kind! He always spoke so highly of his family; his wife, daughters/son in laws and grandchildren. You were all the apple of his eye. Godspeed to all of you! He was such a beautiful person and an excellent dentist. I bet he is an angel watching over you! We will miss you Dr.Kelly!!
Dear Mrs. Kelly and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Tom for many years. I recently sat next to Tom at a meeting and we enjoyed discussing our profession. He will be missed greatly by his colleagues and patients and many friends.
Sincerely,
Rod Steller
So sorry for your loss. Shocked to hear of Dr.Kelly's passing. We have know Doc for over 23 years .I remember discussing family and how proud he was of his grandchildren. Sending prayers to the Kelly family during this difficult time.
To the family of Dr. Kelly & his staff. We were shocked and saddened upon learning of Dr. Kelly's passing. He was a very friendly and compassionate person. We were patients of his for many years. He will be sadly missed. With our deepest sympathy.
Deeply shocked and saddened to hear of Tom's passing—traveling in the Midwest and wasn't able to make it back. I have known Tom since our days at UConn in Morgan House 45 years ago we have stayed in touch and throughout those many years Tom always had time for anyone he was very accepting of people and would always be there to talk and give the necessary time for everyone—he will be missed by his close circle of family and friends and the larger community
A true gentleman has left us. We will miss him very much, family, patients & staff. RIP Doc Kelly!
To the Kelly family…we were so saddened to hear of Tom's passing and your great loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.