William Patrick Kelly Jr. Obituary (1972

William Patrick Kelly Jr., lovingly known as Billy to family and friends, suddenly and tragically passed away in Berks County on December 30, 2025. Born on June 14, 1972, to his beloved parents, William and Anne (Meeink) Kelly Sr., Billy was raised in South Philadelphia, where he formed lifelong friendships and memories, from there he lived all throughout PA enjoying life and creating lifelong friendships who include Matthew Smart, John McGuire, and Jeff Klemmer. Honorable mention to his lifelong friend and cousin Danny Miceli. All for which were more like brothers to him along with many other friends. A graduate of Furness High School, Billy went on to work in highway construction for the Allan Myers Company. He was a devoted and hardworking man who took pride in his work. Time spent with friends meant everything to him, especially while enjoying a good pint of Guinness. He made loving friendships everywhere he went. Billy also loved traveling, taking cruises to many destinations, and enjoying the occasional road trips and hikes with family. Family meant the world to him, and he loved his son more than life itself. His son was his greatest joy, his pride, and the center of his world. He is also survived by his daughters. Billy will be remembered for his gift of "ball breaking," his lighthearted sense of humor, and his ability to make others laugh and feel like everyone's best friend. He never turned his back on anyone in need and was generous to a fault. He was the loving father of Decklen Kelly, Christina Meng, and first born Felicia D'Alonzo. He was a grandfather to Donald and Kari Shiver as well as Joseph and Eli Hudson . Billy was the dearest brother of Kellie Kelly; loving uncle to Kayla (Dean Dewees) Kelly and Justin; and brother-in-law of Christopher (Brianne) Mazur and Robert (Michelle) Mazur. Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation Monday evening from 5-8:30pm at the Murphy Ruffenach Brian W Donnelly Funeral Home, 3rd & Wolf Sts. Funeral Services will follow at 8:30pm with a period of remembrance to follow. Burial is private.