Jack was born at home in a tenement in Clydebank, Scotland, on July 3rd, 1928, far away in time and place from where his life came to a peaceful end, surrounded by family, on August 30, 2011 in Victoria B.C. Jack will be dearly missed by his loving wife, Anne; children: Brian (Jane), Gary, Brent (Dianne), Marie (Randy), John (Josie), Stephen (Susan); 15 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Joyce and Anna, and many extended family members and friends in Canada and Scotland. Jack was proud of his long career as a boilermaker at Yarrows Shipyard, where he earned the respect of everyone with whom he worked. He spent his retirement enjoying his family, travelling, golfing, cooking and tending his garden.
“We’re no awa’ tae bide awa”
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:30 pm on Friday, September 9, 2011 at McCall Bros. Floral Chapel, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, Victoria, BC with a reception to follow in the McCall’s Family Centre. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
14 Responses
Dear Anne and Family: Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Every time my husband and I ran into the both of you, Jack always had a smile and a cheery greeting. We never saw one without the other. Please know Anne that I am thinking of you and sending you and your family ,our blessings. Take care and God Bless.
Dear Anne & Family.
I am so sorry for your loss. “Uncle” Jack was always so full of smiles
and will be missed dearly. I have such great memories.
You are all in our prayers.
We are so sorry to hear of this great loss to the Kelly family.
Brent we are all thinking of you and we know that all your family will
miss him but will forever share the wonderful memories gathered
throughout the years.
Dear Anne & family, Helen and I send our sincere condolonces to all of you at the loss of a wonderful person.I had the distinct pleasure to meet Jack in 1981 when I stated in Yarrows.Jack was so well respected and liked by everyone because he treated everyone equal.I had a lot of fun discussing my football team from Scotland with him as he knew how much I loved Glasgow Celtic.You are all in our prayers,Jim & Helen Fitzpatrick.
He was a person that once you met and worked with you would not want to have missed that opportunity. A true gentleman.
My husband Lionel Smith worked with Kelly at Yarrows for many years.As his wodow I’d lilke to offer my sincerest condolences. He will be missed.
Arlene
I was fortunate enough to work for Jack back in the 80’s. He was a true gentleman that was loved and respected by all. He will be missed.
Hi Kelly Clan
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad.
Unfortunately we will be at a wedding this Friday but our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Love you “our little brother” Brent
Dave and Sue Paterson and the Crawford Clan
Mrs Kelly Steve and Sue
So sorry to hear of your loss. We are sure you will be sharing lots of great memories and stories. hugs to you all. Midge and Norm Carey
Mrs. Kelly, Marie & Randy and family
Lennie and I are deeply sorry and saddened by your loss, our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Please find peace and comfort in your fond memories as they are yours to cherish forever.
Rest in peace Mr. Kelly…bless your kind heart.
With deepest sympathy,
Cynthia and Lennie Hanischuk