Obituary for Kerriann Kelley-Crohan
On Wednesday, November 15, 2023, Kerriann Kelley-Crohan — a devoted and loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, auntie and friend — passed away at the age of 48.
Kerri was born on November 29, 1974, to Kathleen Kelly-Kelso and Jim Kelley in Arlington, MA. She was the cherished big sister of Kristen, Jimmy and Dennis. She attended Minuteman High School where she was a loyal friend and a natural athlete. She had a contagious laugh and loved all things family. Kerri was a selfless and compassionate person, who lived her life led by her heart. Whether you needed a hug, an ear, a laugh or a drink, Kerri just knew how to help her people.
Kerri and Steve got married on 11/11/11, and lived a true love story from the time they first started dating. They complemented each other’s best qualities, and grew their beautiful life together, making their house a home, constantly welcoming family and friends. Best friends, soul mates, and partners in every way, they raised their sons, David, Brendon, and Steven, to be outstanding young men.
She was the most loving mother—in big and subtle ways. From shedding proud tears at graduations, cheering like a maniac at ALL the baseball games, whipping up batches of tacos on demand, to expressing countless “I love yous” ….her adoringly spirited legacy will live on through her boys.
That spirit was apparent when she fought cancer for over a year, baffling top doctors with her resilience and strength…and through it all, she proceeded with courage, humor, and grace.
In addition to Steve, Brendon, David, Steven, her parents, brothers, and sister—Kerri will be forever missed by her Nana Kelley, nephews and nieces, brothers and sisters-in-law, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends, colleagues and customers who she considered family.
Kerri had the biggest heart and the most beautiful smile. She was the perfect mix of sweet and sarcastic. She was endearingly strong-willed and stubborn, while also sensitive, creative, and incredibly empathetic.
There couldn’t be a more fitting angel, reuniting in heaven with those she loved, now watching over all who loved her.
Visiting Hours will be held in the Keefe Funeral Home, 5 Chestnut Street, ARLINGTON, on Sunday, November 19th from 2-5PM. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Agnes Church, 30 Medford Street, Arlington, on Monday, November 20th at 11:30am. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, in Medford.
Kerri was born on November 29, 1974, to Kathleen Kelly-Kelso and Jim Kelley in Arlington, MA. She was the cherished big sister of Kristen, Jimmy and Dennis. She attended Minuteman High School where she was a loyal friend and a natural athlete. She had a contagious laugh and loved all things family. Kerri was a selfless and compassionate person, who lived her life led by her heart. Whether you needed a hug, an ear, a laugh or a drink, Kerri just knew how to help her people.
Kerri and Steve got married on 11/11/11, and lived a true love story from the time they first started dating. They complemented each other’s best qualities, and grew their beautiful life together, making their house a home, constantly welcoming family and friends. Best friends, soul mates, and partners in every way, they raised their sons, David, Brendon, and Steven, to be outstanding young men.
She was the most loving mother—in big and subtle ways. From shedding proud tears at graduations, cheering like a maniac at ALL the baseball games, whipping up batches of tacos on demand, to expressing countless “I love yous” ….her adoringly spirited legacy will live on through her boys.
That spirit was apparent when she fought cancer for over a year, baffling top doctors with her resilience and strength…and through it all, she proceeded with courage, humor, and grace.
In addition to Steve, Brendon, David, Steven, her parents, brothers, and sister—Kerri will be forever missed by her Nana Kelley, nephews and nieces, brothers and sisters-in-law, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends, colleagues and customers who she considered family.
Kerri had the biggest heart and the most beautiful smile. She was the perfect mix of sweet and sarcastic. She was endearingly strong-willed and stubborn, while also sensitive, creative, and incredibly empathetic.
There couldn’t be a more fitting angel, reuniting in heaven with those she loved, now watching over all who loved her.
Visiting Hours will be held in the Keefe Funeral Home, 5 Chestnut Street, ARLINGTON, on Sunday, November 19th from 2-5PM. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Agnes Church, 30 Medford Street, Arlington, on Monday, November 20th at 11:30am. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, in Medford.