Cindy Kelly

Cindy Kelly obituary

Cindy Kelly

Cindy Kelly Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home on Jul. 28, 2025.

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Cindy Kelly, age 62, of Lisle IL, passed away on July 25, 2025 at Edward Hospital in Naperville IL, surrounded by her loving family. Cindy fought a courageous battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis for several years.

Cindy was born in Naperville on July 30, 1962, to Peter (Pat) and Alice Kelly (Salata). Cindy was a devoted daughter, a beloved sister, Aunt, Great Aunt, Cousin and friend to many.

Cindy was a graduate of Lisle High School and College of DuPage.

Cindy had a warm personality, a contagious smile and was always thinking of others. She had a love and passion for nature and travel. Later in life she shared these passions with our mom. They were best friends, travel companions, and inseparable. They enjoyed many adventures together.

Cindy is survived by her siblings, Patrick Kelly of Naperville, Kevin and Suzette Kelly of Castle Rock, CO, Tim Kelly of Yorkville, and Sharon (Kelly) and George Jeffery of Plainfield. She was a loving and a doting Aunt to 9 nephews and nieces, plus 8 great-nephews and great nieces. She is preceded in death by her parents.

Cindy will be deeply missed by family, friends, and all who knew her.

Visitation will be Wednesday, July 30, 4:00-7:00 PM at the Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville. Funeral services will follow at 7:00 PM at the funeral home with Rev. John Regan officiating. A private family inurnment will be at Ss Peter & Paul Cemetery.

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