Michael J. Kelly Sr.
July 8, 2020
Michael
J. Kelly Sr., age 72, of Merrimac, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 6,
2020 at his residence. Michael
was born on Oct. 9, 1947 in Baraboo, the son of Virgil and Daisy Joan Kelly. He
was a 1965 graduate of La Follette High School and attended Madison Area
Technical College receiving a degree in Automobile Mechanics. On Dec. 15, 1967,
he was united in marriage to Linda Wagner at Lake Edge United Church of Christ
in Madison. Michael
worked with his father, Virgil at the family owned Sinclair Gas Station in
Madison and later, became a Brunswick bowling machine mechanic. He was an avid
bowler, starting in high school and continued to bowl throughout his adult life
in Madison and Baraboo. He achieved multiple 300 games and was inducted into
the Bowling Hall of Fame in 2015. Some of his hobbies included restoring
vintage corvette automobiles, flying his radio controlled air planes and
spending time outdoors with his dogs. Survivors
include his wife, Linda; three children, Michael (Angela) Kelly, Jr., Connie
Lynn Kelly, Jeremy Kelly; three wonderful grandchildren, John, Casey and Gage.
He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. A celebration of
Michael’s life will take place at a later date. Baldwin Funeral Services, 520 East St., Baraboo, is
assisting the family with arrangements.
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