John Michael ‘Mike’ Kelley, of Wellfleet died Easter Sunday, April 4th in his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Evelyn [Butvilas] Kelley.
Born December 7, 1938 in Hartford, CT, son of the late Harriett and George B. Kelley, he grew up in Manchester and served in the US Marine Corps from 1957 – 1960. After discharge, he was employed by Monotypesetting and Vision Studios. In 1966, he formed Concepts Inc. and served as President and CEO for 50 years. Mike was also involved in multiple business ventures in Connecticut involving graphic design, photography and printing, including Consumer Graphics Inc., color systems and graphic impact.
After retirement, Mike loved to travel with his wife and family. He was a talented photographer and left beautiful photos to remember family times shared.
Besides his wife Evelyn, he leaves a daughter Kimberly K. Foster and her husband Eugene of Simsbury, and daughter Christine A. Kelley of Wellfleet and her fiancé Carleton Antoine. A sister, Carol Dixon and husband Harry of Salinas CA, and sister-in-law Marie Kelley of Enfield also survive him.
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He treasured his grandchildren. Ryan Foster and wife Jenn, Miranda and husband Jesse Ouellette. Sean Foster, Kayla Foster, Shea and Liam Carson as well as two great-grandchildren Connor Foster and Lennon Ouellette who brought him great joy survive him. Mike has many nephews, Daniel, Steve and Tim Kelley, James and Thomas Dixon Michael Kurtz and niece Kathleen Kelley. He was predeceased by brothers George and Thomas Kelley.
A graveside memorial service will be held in Connecticut at a later date.
Donations in Mikes’ name, to support Merkel Cell Research, may be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Center, 450 Brookline Ave. Boston, MA 02215.