Ferdinand “Fred” J. Kiley III
Ferdinand “Fred” J. Kiley III, died March 24, 2015 aged 72. Born and raised in Dorchester. He was an active member of St. Peter’s Parish and a graduate of Boston English High School. He married his high school sweetheart “Peggy”, had 32 wonderful years of marriage with whom they raised five loving children. Fred had a long and prolific career in real estate development, building his business in Boston immediately following his graduation from high school. His business was his passion and he made a large impact in all the communities in which he developed properties, particularly the towns of Hull and Quincy. Fred valued each one of his employees as a family member. He loved spending time at his house on Nantasket Beach and hosting numerous parties, especially on the Fourth of July with family and employees. Fred was a simple, but complex man, and had a love and zest for life, never forgetting to extend respect and kindness to each person he met. Fred was an avid reader and found great comfort in the Bible and church. He loved biking, swimming and following Boston sports, especially the Red Sox. He had an incredible sense of humor and always enjoyed a great joke. Fred loved his family and his happiest times were spent eating a large Italian meal with his wife, children, grandchildren, brothers, sisters and his dog Toffee. The family would like to extend great appreciation for all who provided loving care for him in the last several years.
Fred was the beloved husband of Eliane (Candido) Kiley and the late Margaret (Morgan) Kiley. Devoted father of Deborah Corey and her husband Steven of Naples, FL, Deidre Beswick and her late husband Joseph of Canton, Ferdinand J. Kiley, IV and his husband Dean of Boston, Michael J. Kiley and his wife Judith of Quincy and David J. Kiley and his wife Katia of Boston. Brother of Gerard Kiley of Hingham, Barbara Kiley of Reading, Stephen Kiley of Hull and the late Robert Kiley. Also survived by 8 grandchildren. Son of the late Stella (Petroni) & Ferdinand J. Kiley, Jr. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Ann’s Church, Wollaston, Saturday March 28 at 10 o’clock. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Friday 4 – 8 pm. Interment Milton Cemetery. If desired contributions in Fred’s memory may be sent to Assembly of God Church 365 Washington St., Quincy, MA 02169 .
Guestbook Entries
Fred & Dean,
We are so sorry for the loss of your father. It is so hard to lose such a wonderful man. May he rest in peace and your memories comfort you during this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Fred, Dean & Family
We are so sorry for your loss. I know he had an amazing impact on your lives. He was a very great person and im glad we had the opportunity to meet him. We love all of you and if there is anything we can do please let us know. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Heaven sure received a special person.
Love, The Podolls.
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Fred was a wonderful man and will truly be missed.
Fred, Dean and Family
A great soul has departed. May Fred rest in peace. Our heartfelt condolences.
Our thoughts and prayers, Deborah & David Strutt
Thinking of you both! Be thankful for all the great memories!!
Love Eric, Brandi, Kade and Ty
Our sincere sympathy to Fred’s wife, children, brothers, sister and grandchildren for their loss. I have known Fred for almost seventy years starting on Olney Street as kids. Fred was always a bigger- than-life personality who will be missed. We know he is going
home to spend time with other family members and work on new projects.
I was so sorry to learn of Fred’s passing/. He always was a nice guy, even in contentious development issues. I really enjoyed dealing with him and working on behalf of Hull on his various projects. We owe him a debt of gratitude for his work in Hull, especially the hotel complex which he built and ran for several years. That one project has made a major improvement for the Town. I remember when one of his proposals was turned down at Town Meeting, he said “Well, what do you want?”. The answer was “a hotel” and he took a blighted property and made it into a wonderful hotel complex. I learned a lot from Fred and although his projects were “challenging” sometimes, I enjoyed him very much. Our sincere condolences to his family. May his memory be a blessing for his family and friends.
I’m sorry for your lost. He was a great guy we all love him.
Dear Debbie, Dee, Freddy, Michael and David,
I’m so sorry about the loss of your father. May you find comfort in your memories and each other. Thinking of you today.
Warmly, Lisa
Dee and family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your Dad. I know no words will make it better, just know you’re in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Thinking of you,
Laurie Kineavy
Dear Steve and Gail so sorry for your loss. As you know we were unable to attend as Mary’s services conflicted with Fred’s
In our thoughts and prayers
Brenda and Bob
I am so sorry for your loss. Sorry I couldn’t make it to the services. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cheri Vialpando
I just received this sad news this evening (4/1) Sending prayers to the Kiley family. He was larger than life and will be sorely missed. May many fond memories give you comfort. Christine Marholin.
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your Dad.
Sorry I couldn’t make it to the services due to failing health.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at such a difficult time.
There are no words to comfort anyone when they lose a parent .
May your memories and love carry memories for a life time.
I remember your Mom and Dad coming to visit my Mother when I was a teen and your Dad had a 1958 Olds Super 98 Custom Holiday that he let me drive to go pick up food while your Mom and my Mom talked. I had no licence and just thought he was cool to let me drive.
Many years later your Mom invited me to a Christmas party at your home in Quincy (I think) with a pool.
Before the night was over one of my kids went swimming (with some encouragement from your Dad).
He thought it was funny.
Fred,
I am so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Muffy and I were just talking about you…we miss you!