Remembering Dan Kelly
Dear Edtior,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Dan Kelly. He was truly a “Great Waiter” and most importantly a great person. He was an unique character, not short on personality. Many customers asked to be seated in his section and would wait until tables became available. He might not remember your name but would remember what your favorite breakfast order was and would have the coffee, tea or other beverage on your table before you sat down.
He was a very responsible person who only missed one day in his years of employment. He was never late even on those stormy blizzard days. He had the restaurant open at 7 a.m. ready for the skiers/riders who wanted first tracks. He was employed for several years prior by John Petroni when the restaurant was Johnny Boys/Killington. He managed the front end of the Weathervane Restaurant in Rutland. He would greet a customer within 20 seconds of their arrival which he did in his resounding tone.
Customers from New Jersey would want to hear his take on Housewives of NJ and his opinion on most every gossip story in the news. Despite those “conversations” your breakfast would arrive without delay.
He loved his dogs and the compassionate Dr. Bruce from Eastwood Animal Clinic would make house calls when help was needed. We know that our regular customers Carol, Dale, Carolyn, Bill and many others will always remember him — a Killington local personality.
With much appreciation,
Karen and Steve Durkee, The Back Country Cafe, Killington
