Matt was born January 4, 1969 to Jack and Bobbie Kelly. He was raised in Somerville, NJ and graduated from Somerville public schools.
Matt was active in Somerville youth sports and BMX racing with life-long friends.
Matt entered the University of Southern Maine and relocated to Stratham New Hampshire where he resided for many years. In 2018 he relocated to Little River, SC.
Matt spent his entire career as a sales representative for traffic control systems up and down the east coast.
Matt was an avid golfer and would hit the links any chance he could. He enjoyed boating, swimming and fishing on Lake Murray.
Matt was predeceased by his father John A (Jack) Kelly and his brother Michael P Kelly. He is survived by his mother, Bobbie, sisters Laurie Petersen (Bill) and Kristen McCann (James) and sister-In-law Colleen Kelly. He leaves his nephew Michael P Kelly Jr, niece Kristen Kelly (Caleb) and great niece Paige. He also leaves his beloved dog Cooper.
He was a loved friend to many and will be greatly missed. Special thanks to Nancy Kenny, a beloved friend whose heartfelt dedication is so much appreciated by the family.
Services will be held in New Jersey at Cusick Funeral home in Somerville NJ. Date and time to follow. Interim funeral services are being handled by Lee Funeral Home, Little River SC.
Contributions in Matthew’s name may be made to McLeod Health Hospice Little River, SC or Canine Angles Service Dogs Little River, SC.
A guestbook is available at www.leefhandcrematory.com.
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