Obituary of John Leo Kelley, Jr.

John Leo Kelley, Jr. passed away at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center on November 1, 2022.  He was 62 years old.

John was born, raised and educated in Woburn.  He had a career as a plumber but was a “Jack of all Trades”.   John could fix anything you put in front of him and wasn’t afraid to tackle any project large or small.  He shared his talents with those around him and was always lending a hand to his neighbors.  John will be remembered as a “free spirit” with a “one of a kind” personality!

John was the father of James Kelley of GA, Keri Kelley of GA, Drew Kelley of Woburn and the late Karissa Kelley.  He was the son of Ellen (Shalsi) Kelley of Woburn & the late John. John was the dear grandfather of Hannah Kelley of GA. Brother of Roberta Ericson & her husband Wayne of Woburn, David Kelley of Pepperell, Michael Kelley and Patrick Kelley of Tewksbury.  John is also survived by many nieces and nephews.   Funeral Services will be held at the Edward V Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., Burlington on Tuesday, Nov. 8 at 6:30 p.m.  Visitation will be held prior to the service from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.   In lieu of flowers memorials in John’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society www.cancer.org