On Sunday March 24th, David Mark Lightheart - Kelly, went home to be with The Lord. He was born on August 24th 1961 at the Naval Hospital in Newport RI. David was predeceased by his Father Allen Kelly, Mother Betty ( St. James ), Nephew Ronald, Sisters Pamela (Collins) and Rebecca (Silvernale). He is survived by his Wife Charlene, Sister Cheryl and her husband Rex Cone of Bristol CT, Brother George and wife Helen Kelly of Plainville CT. Brothers-in-law Steve Collins and Brian Silvernale. Goddaughter Jamie Carrier and her Family, and Godson Corey Proctor. Many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces and Nephews and their Families.
David has had quite the life. He has been married to his best friend for the last 20+ years. He loved Fishing, Camping, hunting, shopping (for bargains), and watching his shows and gaining knowledge of firearms and survival. He loved going to the border of Canada with his “buddy” to go hunt for whatever was in season. David worked for Edmunds Gages in Farmington CT on and off for many years. Also worked in the Florida Keys as a fisherman, went out to Oregon to live with his Aunt Madeline and Uncle Tom Lee. Then came back east to his family whom he loved dearly. David was a man with huge big heart. He was very active within the rooms of AA for nearly 30 years. Met and touched so many people that were in need of his guidance to sobriety.
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Celebration of Life will be announced
A celebration of life for David will be on June 1st at Chicopee Memorial State Park from 10am to Dusk at the pavilion. All welcome to share their stories about David with his family and friends. Grills will be lit 🔥 so bring what ever you want to cook and a pot luck dish to share if you would like.