David "DK" Kelly, the former head equipment manager form the Saint John Sea Dogs, passed away from cancer on March 6, 2019. (Submitted/Saint John Sea Dogs)
RiverCross church in Saint John welcomed #TeamDK to remember the life of David “DK” Kelly who passed away last week following a long battle with cancer.
Kelly was known for his love of the Saint John Sea Dogs and the Boston Red Sox.
Pastor Rob Nylen told everyone in attendance that David planned the entire service from beginning to end.
“I am just waiting for a surprise that none of us knew about. Maybe the Boston Red Sox will show up and sing us a choir piece. We’ll be ready for it if it happens.” Nylen said.
There are a few things I want you to know about today because they're so true to DK & so important.
David planned this whole day on his own. He chose who he wanted to speak, he chose (all 9) songs he wanted to play.
He chose Jacob & Legend as honorary pall bearers. #TeamDK
— Dominique (@DominiqueOzelie) March 13, 2019
DK’s friend, Broadcaster Ron McLean, told a story about his dedication while serving as the Sea Dogs equipment manager.
“When I think of that car parked outside the rink all through the night to get the Sea Dogs ready, he’d be the one at night to take the chances so the Dogs would be ready for the day. He was a beautiful spirit who will be with us forever.” McLean says.
Great reflections and inspirational words by Rev. Rob Nylen @WayneLongSJ @dondarlingSJ @RonMacLeanHTH @Kevin Vincent and @HMISmitty this afternoon. @SaintJohnDK would certainly give the thumbs up … https://t.co/RlrQMGtUVC
— Barry Reid (@barreidnb) March 13, 2019
Saint John MP and former Sea Dogs president Wayne Long met “DK” as a 26-year -old with spikey hair and a big smile.
Long says little did he know he was meeting a modern day superhero.
“He was the rock, he was constant and those that say the organizations is bigger than any one person that doesn’t include DK.
DK was the Saint John Sea Dogs. He was the rock we always leaned on.” Long says.
Granny was the Sea Dogs long time bus driver. He and David had a special bond and very special friendship.
David has asked Granny to take him out of the church after the service today for "one last ride." He told us Granny has always gotten him to where he needs to go. #TeamDK pic.twitter.com/OrN4qoi3FB
— Dominique (@DominiqueOzelie) March 13, 2019
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