Kevin Ely

February 18, 1957 - February 22, 2015

It is with great sadness we announce the unexpected loss of Kevin J. Ely on February 22, age 58, of Hudson, NY. Kevin was the loving husband of Donna Ely for 34 years and an amazing father to his daughters Nicole (David) Pereira and Danielle (Tony) Ely. He always made everyone laugh, especially his two granddaughters Cali Ely and Kiyana Pereira. Kevin was predeceased by his father Joseph Ely and brother Brian Chris Ely. Kevin leaves behind his mother, Arlene Ely of Ghent, NY and his three sisters Kathy (Matt) Griffin, Pamela Ely, and Susan (George) Oram. He also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, cousins, and the entire world who loved him. Kevin was born in Brooklyn, NY and moved upstate to Red Hook with his family in 1973. He received his nursing degree from Columbia-Greene and continued to have a wonderful career in psychiatric nursing. Kevin worked at Columbia Memorial Hospital for 17 years. He loved helping people, brought light to tough situations, and will be greatly missed by his fellow staff and friends. Kevin will be remembered for his sense of humor, his impromptu story telling, and easy going nature. He enjoyed everything outside including walks with his wife, fishing, gardening, and the beach. Kevin was very artistic, intelligent, and enjoyed rocking out to his music. So in Kevin's honor, make someone laugh and turn the music up. Visiting hours are 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Saturday at the Bates & Anderson - Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home. Services will follow at 6:00 pm at the funeral Home. Please visit www.batesanderson.com to leave condolences for the family.