Remembering Pat Kelly: A Life of Service

Hello Friends!

It is with heavy heart and deep sorrow that I share the passing of my beloved and amazing mother. She was my mommy, daughter, friend, and best of all, the best police officer around. She did everything as best she could to be a faithful follower of Christ and to lend a helping lend no matter how small of an act it was. Pat Kelly’s love for others, her kind and generous spirit , and her unwavering faith and locality to her family and friends have left a lasting impact on all who knew her.

She was the best partner anyone in the 47 could have asked for. She truly was a cop cops. Always had her partners back and defended her friends and family to no end. She was known as “the blue eyed devil” on the streets. No one messed with Pat Kelly. She never took no for an answer even when she was pregnant with me. She served in 9/11 and faithfully did her job no matter how tired she was. She truly taught me what matters and what doesn’t.

In this time of grief, I find comfort in the promise that she is now in the arms of Our Lord and Heavenly Father, free from pain and full of peace.

My mother suffered greatly the past couple years. She developed lung cancer, COPD and emphysema. Her lung cancer turned into stage four in the past couple of months and then we found out on Halloween that she had a tumor on her brain. She was totally in love with the idea that we would go see the trains in the botanical Gardens and going to train ride with Santa for her beautiful granddaughters, Gianna and Victoria. She always put others first.

My mother lived long enough to see Gianna turned four and then she passed away just a few hours later. And her final days I had a crucifix and a picture of Gianna. my mother loved me so very much and always wanted the best for me.

As we navigate this difficult time, we are reaching out for support to help cover the costs of her funeral and final arrangements.

Any donations—no matter how small—will go directly to helping us give my mother the dignified and loving service she deserves. I also also asking for your prayers for strength and peace during this time. Thank you for your generosity, kindness, and support.

With the most heartfelt gratitude and my faith in the Lord.

Sincerely her beloved daughter,

Katherine