John Joseph Kenny
February 12, 1933 to December 4, 2021
Obituary
John Joseph Kenny passed peacefully away on December 4th, 2021, at the age of 88 years after a short, but courageous battle with Leukemia. Predeceased by his parents William and Mary Kenny; his wife Sheila Patricia; brothers Joseph, Douglas, and Eugene; sisters Patricia (George Fardy), Jeanette (Donald Walker) Rosalind and Phyllis.
Leaving to mourn his loving daughters Cheryl (Thomas Beasley), Calla (Stephen Lundrigan); his beloved granddaughter Teagan Patricia Beasley; his sister Gwen (David Billard); brothers Douglas, Del (Cynthia); sisters in law Edwina Kenny, Doreen Harrington, Julie Murphy and Ruth Kenny; also many loving nieces and nephews who live in Newfoundland, the United States and Canada. Never to be forgotten his lifelong friends Ross & Linda Keeping, Bob and Bernice Power, Sadie Martin.
Special thanks to Dr. V Patel, Dr. K Grewal, Dr. O Morkar, the amazing staff at Palliative Care and Martha Blackmore at Community Health, who took such great care of our Dad.
He was a wonderful, kind, gentle man who loved his family so much and his lifelong passion for sailing.
By John’s request he is cremated and will be laid to rest in a private service.
“We will miss you Dad, you will forever be with us, Love you always”.
I met John at our gym. He always had a smile, and we always had a laugh chatting about whatever happened to come up in our conversation – politics and sailing were easy topics. His picture here is how I will remember him. It was truly an inspiration to see John at our gym several times a week. He was easygoing and consistently upbeat, and I miss his presence. My condolences for your loss.
Dear Cherie, Calla and family,
We were greatly saddened to hear of your loss.
We have so very many memories of happy times spent at your family home over the years 💕
Take care and remember all the wonderful times
Hugs
Love
Simone and Stein
Calla and Cheryl sorry to hear about your father. Please accept ur condolences.
Del and Kenny Family-
My deepest sympathy. May your memories bring consolation and peace.
Calla and Cheryl so sad to hear about your dad. He was such a fine person and a true gentleman
So vey sorry for you loss Calla. Thinking of you and sending warm thoughts.
So sorry Calla to hear of your Dad’s passing. I know how close you were. May he Rest In Peace. Thinking of you.
So sorry Calla to hear of your Dad’s presence. My he rear in peace. Thinking of you.
Sincere condolences on the passing of John. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Doug & Kenny Families ; So sorry to hear of Johns passing.
Del and Members of Kenny Family
My sincere sympathy on the passing of another member of the Kenny family. As I pray for eternal peace for John I also remember each of the Kenny family who mourn his loss..
May good memories and the support of those around you bring each of you great consolation.
Please accept my condolence on the death of John –
Sincerely, Joan (Wadden) HaNN
John was a gentleman. He was a kind, good person and a very special dear friend. Graham and I had many laughs together with John and Sheila and enjoyed each other’s company over the years. I will truly miss him. My sincere condolences to Calla and Cheryl.
Love Sadie
Calla and Cheryl
i am so sorry to hear of the passing of you Dad
He was always a pleasant and had nothing but good day to everyone on the street (Florizel Place).
I am sure you will miss him dearly as i do mine.
My thoughts are with you in this sad time.
Cheryl, Calla and family,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your father. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Our condolences to all John’s family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Bill and Nina (Rose) Greene
Cheryl and Calla and family -my sincere condolences on the passing of your father.
Pray that our Blessed Lord will be your strength and guidance in the difficult days ahead.
Sincerely, Aunt Ruth and family
Dear Calla,
I am sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing.. Many years ago when we came home to Florizel with our infant, your parents were so welcoming and made me feel like we were never alone. Your Dad was always so kind and pleasant ; I used to love to see him out around the driveway on summer days, always up for a chat and a few laughs. Take good care.
Calla, Steve and family..
So sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing.
Thinking of you during this difficult time
Calla, Steve & family, we are so sorry to hear off the passing of your Dad.. He was a very kind gentleman & Calla we know how good you were to your Dad & you will miss him dearly. Keep you memories of your Dad close to your heart & it will help get you through this very sad time. Condolences to all your family..
To Del and the Kenny family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the death of your brother and uncle, John. We ask God’s blessings as you go through this time of grief and loss.
May John now experience the fullness of life in God’s presence.
Sr. Diane Smyth
Sisters of Mercy
Our condolences to Doug, Gwen, Del and John’s family. We have fond memories of John. Rest in peace, John
I’m so sorry for your loss. John was always so friendly..
My condolences to the family.
Marilyn Rose
Cheryl, Calla and the Kenny Family,
So sorry to hear John passed away. He was a fine
Gentleman. I remember the good times we had at parties especially Regatta day at their home many years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Love to all
Margaret Antle
Calla and Cheryl,
We are truly saddened by John’s passing. He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten.. May your memories with him help you through this difficult time..
Love,
Rpss & Linda
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. John was always friendly and ready for a chat when you met him. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you at this sad time.
Keith, Karen, Sean, Chris and Neil Conway
It is with great regret and sorrow that I read of the passing ofJohn, a true friend and crew-member.
John was a fine sailor and taught me most of what I know about sailing. He was a keen member of my crew for many years and we did a number of long cruises together.
He was dependable and reliable and was truly a fine friend. I wish him a safe passage on his final sail.
My condolences to his fine family
Calla,Cheryl,Gwen,Doug and Dell so sorry to hear of John’s passing he was such a friendly person with a fantastic smile,I really enjoyed chatting with him whenever I saw him.Hold your memories close to your heart and he will be with you making you smile and watching over you forever. My sincere condolences and Hugs all around. Linda Hibbs
So sorry to hear of Johns passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Calla and Cheri, so sorry to hear about your dad. I have so many fond memories from the years of sailing with him from 60’s in snipes and on Lauri in the 80’s. He was an integral part of our racing team and so helpful and always an inspiration. No matter the conditions, he never gave up or lost concentration and taught us all so much.
Sheila-I was so sorry to hear of Johns passing. I remember living in The apt. across the street and you two being good friends.
Sheila: sorry to hear of John’s passing. I remember living across the street @ 4. Florizel Place in Thistle’s Apt. and what great friends you two were.
Calla, sorry to hear of your father’s passing. May your memories comfort you at this time.
Calla Renee and Family.
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your dad. Know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time and may your precious memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Ros and Ralph.
Calla and family sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Bob Howard
I remember John fondly from times shared while sailing from RNYC many moons ago. The infectious smile in his posted picture says it all.
Fair winds and following seas, my friend!
John Roil
Calla, so sorry to learn of your father’s passing. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Calla and Cherrie,
Sending deepest condolences to you both on the loss of your father. May he Rest In Peace.
(Noreen and Ken Jones)
Calla & Family,
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s recent passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sending our sincere condolences to Calla and Cheryl after the loss of your Dad. John was such a sweet, kind man and a good friend to mom and dad. He will truly be missed.
Michelle snd Derek Winsor
To Cheryl and Calla and family, our condolences on the loss of your dad. John was a very kind soul , from the first time he met you he made you feel welcome as if you where family. Memories of Regetta days and the open house full of family and friends where all welcome .
My sweet Calla, you were such a loving, caring, devoted daughter. Your constant care and love helped prepare him. In his final days . May all your precious memories help comfort you during this most difficult time. Thinking of you and sending heartfelt condolences to your family.💕
Jana and Glenn Sullivan and family
Dear Cheryl & Calla & families..I am truly sorry to read of your dear Dad’s passing. My deepest condolences to you all. I will always fondly remember your Dad passing Country Ribbon in a stride of a 20 year old, curls blowing in the wind. Love to you both, Rhonda & Eric Lewis
Cherrie and Calla
So very sorry to read about your Dad’s passing. Growing up on Florizel Place, we always thought of parents of our friends on the street as extended family. The respect and admiration we have had for them is second to none. Your Dad was an exceptional man that will be greatly missed!
Please know that you ladies and your family are in our thought and prayers! Sending huge hugs your way! 🥰🥰
Dear Calla,
So sorry to hear about your dear father..Our thoughts are with you and the family.
Lisa and Chris
Calla , so sorry to hear about your dads passing. my thoughts and prays are u with and your sister
So sorry for your loss. Marie and Kevin
Cheri and Calla,
I am so very sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. The first time I met him was when I was 15 and had just taken a part-time job at Ayres gift wrapping for Christmas. After Cheri and I started hanging out there were many hours spent at your house and Mr. Kenny was usually somewhere close by. Christmas and Regatta Day were always special as your mom would have enough food to feed an army and your dad usually had a keg of beer on handwork those old enough to drink it. I don’t think I ever heard him raise his voice but when you got “the look” you knew something was amiss.
May your love keep your heart full and your memories keep him close.
Janice