Obituary of Justine H. Kelly

Hilton - Justine "Tina" H. Kelly passed away suddenly on June 18, 2025 at the age of 84. She was predeceased by her beloved husband and best friend of 58 years, Bob; her parents, Joseph and Ruth Hemmerich; her brothers-in-law, William Crowley, William Hawley, and Brian Kelly; her sister-in-law, Debbie Hassan. She is survived by her children, Ty (Tena), Eric, and Jeff (Christine) Kelly; her grandchildren, Cody (Gina) Kelly, Paige (Corey) Monks, Tyler (Krysta Reiter), Austin (Jesse Torres), and Reece Kelly; her great-grandchildren, Addison and Dakson Kelly, Cooper and Kinsley Monks, and Acelyn and Elias Kelly; her sister, Joe Ann Hawley; and several nieces, nephews & friends.

Tina, the most devoted wife, married Bob in 1960 after meeting at Hilton High School in 1955. They spent 58 years married, sharing almost every free moment together. There are truly no words to fully capture the love, commitment, and loyalty between them.

Tina and Bob ran Kelly's Apple Farm in Hilton—originally founded by Bob’s parents—for 25 years. Tina also retired from Eastman Kodak Co., where she worked as a medical secretary.

A faith-filled Catholic, she was a dedicated member of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Hilton. Tina had many social circles and found great joy in her monthly lunches with her high school classmates, affectionately known as the “’59ers.”

Her favorite place was the dream home and land she and Bob lovingly created on Hill Road. Her proudest accomplishment was her family—her three sons and their families—to whom she unapologetically devoted her life.

She will be deeply missed by her family and many friends.

Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, June 26, 2025 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm at the Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home, Inc., 735 East Avenue, Hilton. Tina's Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, June 27, 2025 at 10:00 am at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, NY 14468. Interment will follow in Parma Union Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, kindly consider making a donation to St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 110 Old Hojack Lane, Hilton, NY 14468 in Tina's memory. To donate online click on the charity name.