Kelly, Faith

WATERVLIET- Faith S. Kelly, 84, died peacefully on August 4,2020.

She is survived by her daughter Maura Pilla (Mike), granddaughters Krista Pino (Derek) and Michaella DeJonge (William), sister-in-law Maureen McGuire, many nieces and nephews, and the many who also considered her "nana".

She is predeceased by her husband, Joseph Kelly, son, Christopher Kelly and brother, John Sullivan.

Originally from Waterbury, Connecticut - Faith remained close to her class of '54 at Sacred Heart, especially her 4 life long friends "The Golden Girls".

Faith touched many throughout her teaching career and continued to keep in touch with many of her students. She enjoyed spending winters in New Smyrna Beach, going to weekly events with her sorority sisters and many other good friends and bringing her family on annual vacations throughout the Carribean.

The family would like to thank all of the staff at Women's Cancer Care and The Community Hospice.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, services will be private. Those who wish to make a memorial contribution, in memory of Faith, are asked to donate to American Cancer Society 1 Penny Lane, Latham NY 12110 or The Community Hospice 310 S. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208.