Linda J. (Perry) Kelley, age 77, a resident of Tewksbury for the past 7 years, formerly of Cambridge, passed away at her home in the care of her family and hospice on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
She was the beloved wife of Lawrence W. Kelley, with whom she celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary on June 13, 2026.
Born in Cambridge on July 20, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Reginald N. Perry and the late Lillian C. (Ranieri) Perry.
Linda was raised in Cambridge and graduated from Cambridge High & Latin High School. Following high school, she attended Chamberlain Junior College, where she earned her associate degree.
Prior to retiring, she worked as a childcare assistant.
In her spare time, she enjoyed craft projects, traveling to Winterport, Maine and most of all, caring for her grandchildren.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, Scott L. Kelley and Michelle Proctus of Tewksbury and Sean W. Kelley and his wife Tina, of Tewksbury: her grandchildren, Kelsey N., Kylie A., Garrett T., Lillian M. and Liam S. Kelley, and Jacob Washburn.
Linda was the sister of the late Ronald N. Perry and his surviving wife Sheila, of Dracut. She leaves many extended family members and dear friends.
Calling hours are Monday, October 12th from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Farmer & Dee Funeral Home, 16 Lee Street, Tewksbury. Her funeral procession will begin on Tuesday, October 13th, at 10 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by her Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 11 a.m. St. William’s Church, 1351 Main Street, Route 38, Tewksbury. Services will conclude with interment at St. Mary Cemetery, 90 River Road, Tewksbury.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute at www.dana-farber.org