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H. Lawrence "Larry" Kelly

January 03, 1952 - August 18, 2018

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Obituary For H. Lawrence "Larry" Kelly

January 3, 1952 - August 18, 2018

Kelly, H. Lawrence "Larry" On Saturday, August 18, 2018, after a lengthy and courageous battle, surrounded by his family, of Newport News, Virginia, formerly of Brentwood.

Beloved husband of Barbara T. Kelly for over 39 years. Larry attended St. Sylvester grade school and graduated from Bishop's Latin School. He received his Bachelor's and Master's degree from Duquesne University. Larry worked for Union Railroad, where he started as a Brakeman and moved up to Yardmaster. He continued his career with Bechtel Power Corp. in Ann Arbor, MI. He then went on to become a buyer at Newport News Ship Building, then moved into the Transportation Office, and later retired as the head of the Transportation Office. He was a longtime member of St. Mary Star of the Sea Church in Hampton, Virginia. Loving brother of Mary Ellen (Ron) Tipping; also survived by his nieces Colleen (Dan) Federico and Erin (Patrick) Phemester and his great nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Tuesday, August 21, 2018, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Wednesday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Sylvester Church at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, 5115 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232.

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  • December 11, 2019

    "Tiger" Rest in Peace. I lived in Brentwood just down the street. Went to Brentwood High School. Larry introduced me to Phi Sigma Kappa at Robert Morris. Classy guy all the way.

  • December 11, 2019

    Rest in Peace "Tiger", all that knew Larry respected and loved him. Always remember Larry as someone who was much more concerned with helping others. A Class guy who was quiet and reserved but could easily make you smile. Just wish we had more time with him!

  • December 11, 2019

    Larry was a great supervisor. He was personable and caring. he will truly be missed.

  • December 11, 2019

    MaryEllen, so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort at this sorrow filled time.

  • December 11, 2019

    So sorry for your loss Barb

  • December 11, 2019

    Prayers for Barb, Mary Ellen and Larry's entire family. Larry was a good friend for over 50 years. I will miss him dearly.

  • December 11, 2019

    Larry, You where the best boss anyone could ever ask for! We worked together at Newport News Shipbuilding when I first became a supervisor in charge of the shipping department and you where my boss. Rest in peace and thank you for being you! I will never forget you.

  • December 11, 2019

    A sad loss, I worked with Larry for several years moving material in, out and around the shipyard. He was a kind, and personable person.

  • December 11, 2019

    Dave, I know how much Larry loved his job as manager of the Traffic Office. He talked about it often. He valued all of the friends he made there as well. Thank you for your prayers.

  • December 11, 2019

    "Tiger" you will always be fondly remembered by your Phi SIg Brothers. RIP, Bro.

  • December 11, 2019

    Our sympathy, love and prayers. Larry was a kind and gentleman to the very end. I know how much you will mias him.

  • December 11, 2019

    Special intentions in my Rosary for Larry and his entire family. I worked with him at Newport News Shipbuilding and called him a friend. The Traffic Office that he led has not been the same since he left.

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