Kelly, Robert Michael
Army Sergeant
Robert Michael Kelly from San Pedro, California, Los Angeles county.
Service era: Vietnam
Date of death: Saturday, March 21, 1970
Death details: Killed on a search and destroy mission when his unit became engaged in heavy enemy fire. Robert was killed when he advanced to the point of most intense contact and returned fire.
Source: National Archives, News Pilot (1970)
Bobby. You are missed and we are awarding the Bob Kelly Award this week.
Bobby was my best friend and a true American hero. We honor him every year by awarding the Bob Kelly Award to the Holy Trinity School (San Pedro,CA) eighth grade student that exemplifies Academics, Citizenship and Athleticism. In addition, a $1,000 award is also part of the Award. We have awarded over $20,000 in support of the Bob Kelly Award. These funds are generated by Bob’s Family, Community Organizations and Friends.