We are helping to raise funds for the family of our beloved friend, Tom Kelley, who passed away much too young.

Tom was born in Boston and was raised in Jamaica Plain before his family moved to Quincy, a city he came to love deeply. A proud graduate of Quincy High School, Tom built a life rooted in family, friendship, and hard work.

Tom was the beloved husband of Erica Kelley with whom he shared three beautiful children: Liam, Alexa, and Cecilia.

A devoted Boston sports fan, Tom especially loved baseball and football. He also found great joy in live music and attending concerts. Some of his happiest moments were spent watching the sunset at the beach, traveling, especially to Jamaica and Colorado, or sitting in the backyard by the fire with his wife and children, with music playing and laughter in the air. Casual, funny, generous, easygoing, and quick-witted, Tom had a way of making people feel comfortable.

Family and friends were always at the center of Tom’s life. He shared 20 years with the love of his life, marrying Erica on July 23, 2011, in Foxboro. Their life together, built around shared loves of sports and live music, was grounded in friendship, laughter, and making memories that will be cherished forever. Not only was Tom handy enough to fix just about anything around the house, but he was also an amazing cook. His family will miss his cooking dearly.

Tom took immense pride in his work and in the role he played in shaping the city around him. A proud member of Local 6, he often jokingly reminded his family that he “built this city,” pointing out the many places he helped construct in Boston—a lasting and tangible legacy of his dedication and craftsmanship.

Above all, Tom will be remembered for his deep love of family, his sense of humor, his laid-back spirit, and the genuine connections he made with everyone who knew him.

Tom is deeply missed and in keeping with Tom's love and devotion to his family, we are seeking to raise funds for his beautiful family. If you wish to join us for an onsite event fundraiser, we will be gathering on Saturday, May 2 at 5 pm at Cagney's Pub in Quincy for a Kentucky Derby Party. Tickets for this fundraiser will be $50 per person at the door. In lieu of attending, please consider making a donation here. Any amount is welcome and greatly appreciated.