Hornell, NY / Euclid, OH
Dorina A. Kelsey – 79 – of Euclid, OH, formerly of Hornell & Wellsville, died Friday (November 1, 2024) at the Wickliffe Country Place Nursing Facility following a long illness.
Dorina was a graduate of the former St. Ann’s School (1958), Hornell High School
(1962), and SUNY Alfred with honors.
Throughout the years she was employed at SUNY Alfred, Ferris State University, University of South Carolina, and Jones Memorial Hospital where she retired (1997) as Director of Medical Staff Services.
She loved to read, travel, cook, and bake especially with her granddaughter Zoë. She lived in Las Vegas for 12 years and enjoyed sightseeing while traveling cross-country.
Dorina was preceded in death by her infant son, Thomas James Kelsey; parents, Elvidio & Rose (Miele) Nardecchia; two infant brothers, John & Joseph Nardecchia; brother, Paul Nardecchia; her favorite uncle & godfather, Silvio Nardecchia; parents-in-law, Almus and Esther Kelsey; brothers-in-law, Arden, Glen and Rodney Kelsey & Donald Matson; sisters in-law, Sandy, Diane, Theresa, & Phyllis Kelsey.
Surviving are her husband of 57 years, Dennis; her son, Steven (Jennifer) Kelsey, of Wickliffe, OH; her daughter, Rosemarie (Kevin) Aubin, of Lindley, NY; grandchildren, Thomas George and Zoë Rose Kelsey; her brother, Sebastian (Diane) Nardecchia; sister-in-law, Elaine Matson; brother-in-law Henry Kelsey; special nieces and nephew Michael (Michelle) Nardecchia, Marisa (John) Looney, Kristina Nardecchia (John Moroney); several nieces & nephews, Aunt Barbara Nardecchia; and several cousins.
The family of Dorina A. Kelsey will receive friends on Friday from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 10:00 AM at St. Ann’s Church with burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations to: Hornell Alumni Association, PO Box 135, Hornell, NY 14843 or to St. Ann’s Academy, 41 Genesee St., Hornell, NY 14843 or the Alzheimer’s Association, 200 Meridian Centre Blvd (Suite 110), Rochester, NY 14618. Memorial forms will be available at the Dagon Funeral Home.
To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.
I am saddened to hear this. I remember her as being kind-hearted with a sweet soul. A fabulous neighbor and one of the best cooks and bakers! She will be remembered by many as she touched so many lives in her lifetime. Many blessings to her family!
Dear Dennis, Steven, Rosemarie and families:
My deepest sympathy as you lay to rest Dorina. She was a loving cousin who made you feel loved as well as a confidential listener while I took care of my parents. She was greeted last Friday by many friends and family members who are in Heaven. I think St Peter had to wait in line to greet her!
Love always,
Mary Cartella
Aunt Dor! You will be so missed. Thank you for being such a devoted Aunt & Godmother. Wish I got to say goodbye and thank you! I know you’re at peace. Love you, Kristina
I am so sad to hear this. Dorina was such a a wonderful person and awesome friend. She always kept our class up to date on everything.she will miissed by everyone. May she rest in peace.
I am incredibly saddened and sorry to hear of Dorina’s passing. Dorina was an angel on Earth. May her soul now rest as an angel in the Heavens. I am sending my love to Dennis, Steven, Rosemarie, your families and extended family.
I am so sorry. I am so sad to learn Dorina is gone. She is such a sweet lady and I never thought I would not have a chance to see her and give e her that hug again. I am Blessed to have known Dori a and call her friend.
So. Very very sorry to hear this. Dorina and I went all through St Ann’s school together n then on to high school she was such a good friend her birthday was the day before mine 11/11 we would be 80. She loved her family starting with her Mom n Dad n brothers down to her special children n grab children she will be missed🙏💜🙏