Neil Patrick Kelleher

1956-2017

Neil Patrick Kelleher, 60, went to be with the Lord Saturday, July 1, 2017, surrounded by his loving family after a short battle with cancer.

Neil was born August 30, 1956 in Worcester, MA to Josephine Morris and the late Cornelius Kelleher. He was a faithful Husband, dedicated Father, loving Grandpa and Papa and a caring brother and son. He loved the Lord with all his heart and loved his family. When he wasn’t spending time with his family, he enjoyed playing his guitar, riding his motorcycle, taking some of the most breathtaking photos and meeting new people at the local flea markets and pawn shops where he ministered to many people. Ever since Neil was 8 years old he longed to be a preacher, and on his 60th birthday he became ordained. He kept this a secret from most of the family because he had planned to surprise them one day by marrying his oldest daughter when that day came. He and his wife shared so many wonderful stories and testimonies of God’s faithfulness. Through life’s challenges, Neil’s faith and trust in God always remained. He was a leader and was not easily influenced because he lived his life by the Word. He loved to worship and run the soundboard at church. He had an ear like no other. He was an entrepreneur and loved to try new things. He was a great friend and role model for so many and he will be greatly missed.

He is preceded in death by his father, Cornelius Kelleher and brothers, Danny and Stephen Kelleher.

He is survived by his wife Carol Ann Kelleher; daughters: Felicia Kelleher, Susan (Eric) Shields and Rebekah (Kevin) Kerns; son Kevin (Trisha) Kelleher; grandchildren: Melody, Blake, Dylan, Lincoln and Jessa; mother Josephine Morris; brothers: Timothy and Michael Kelleher; and nephew Timothy, Jr.

A funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 05, 2017 at Bayview Fisher-Pou Chapel. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Bayview Fisher-Pou Funeral Home.