Francis David Kelso

Francis David Kelso passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. He was 91 years old. Born and raised in Bristol Borough, son of the late Francis and Jeanette (nee Wright) Kelso, he was a Langhorne Borough resident for the past 25 years. Mr. Kelso was a graduate of Bristol High School, Class of 1954, and was a United States Navy Veteran, serving in the Korean War. He was employed at the New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety for many years. He was a member of the Bracken Cadets and the Langhorne Rod and Gun Club.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Lucille (nee Oriolo) Kelso; his daughter, Lynn Marie Kelso; and his son, Francis David Kelso III; and will be sadly missed by five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by his sisters, MaryLou Dorsen and Kathleen Jackson. He was also predeceased by his son, Gregory Kelso, and his sister, Martha Ann Carmody.

Interment will be held privately at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, under the direction of the Wade Funeral Home, Bristol Borough.