William "Billy" Kenny
September 2, 1978 to August 11, 2024
Obituary
It is with tremendous sadness and broken hearts that we share the sudden and tragic loss of our beloved father, son and friend, William “Billy” Kenny at the age of 45 years on August 11, 2024. Leaving to mourn are the loves of his life, his three beautiful children, Claire, Will and Shelby, whom he adored and loved beyond measure. His parents, Cynthia and Del Kenny, who supported and loved him infinitely. As well as the mother of his children, Shannon Cooney, and a large circle of family and friends. Billy imprinted many memories of joy on our hearts with his love, amazing personality, smile and laughter. He will be dearly missed and remembered for the profound impact he had on those around him.
Resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 from 6-9pm. Private burial and celebration of life to take place at a later date. A donation can be made to The Canadian Mental Health Association, Newfoundland and Labrador division.
“Everything has chains, absolutely nothing’s changed, take my hand”
-Eddie Vedder
Schedule
Visitations
6-9 p.m. on August 20, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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I didn’t know you Mr and Mrs Kenny but I worked with Billy and he was an awesome friend. I wish I had known earlier because I would have drop by the funeral home to meet you. I was so devast when I heard he had passed. Billy was a great guy and for the short time I knew him he will be missed. RIP Billy
John Whalen
Sending sincere condolences and prayers for the family.
Del , Cynthia and Family,
So sorry. To hear Billy passed away.
It is so difficult to lose someone you love
but you will always have the memories close to your
heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this
sad time.
I was so sad to read this today. Billy and I worked together for awhile and he was a great friend!
To his children, he always talked about how proud he was of you guys and your accomplishments.
My condolences to the family
Condolences to his family
Billy was a great guy. I got to know him over the years.
I am shocked to read this today. I tried to call him over the last couple of weeks with no response.
My condolences to his children and family. I will certainly miss over conversations. RIP Billy.
John Whalen
To the family,
My sincerest condolences – I was truly saddened when I heard of Billy’s passing. We worked together for a cpl years and he was a pleasure to work with – always there to support. As best he could and had an honest desire to see people succeed. He always mentioned how much he loves his family – our thoughts are with you all during this very difficult time
Del, Cynthia, Shannon and family, we are so sad to hear of the passing of Billy. Our sincere condolences to all of you at this very difficult time. RIP Billy
Del, Cynthia, and family, I’m so sorry to hear of Billy’s passing.. My sincere condolences to you at this difficult time.
Cynthia and Del, I am so very sorry to hear of Billy’s passing. I have such fond memories of Billy through the years – right back to junior high when we acted in some play together and I think I was the lawyer and he was the best wolf and really stole the show. Words cannot express the sympathy I feel for you guys. Thinking of you and sending prayers for healing. God bless xo
There are no words to describe the sadness I felt when I heard of Billy’s passing. Although many years have gone by since we were great friends in junior high and high school, I will always treasure the memories of the good ol’ days and the fun that was had. Billy was intelligent and witty and was loved by many. Thinking of Shannon, his children, his mom and dad and many other family members and friends during this difficult time.. Until we meet again my friend xoxo
Del and family I’m so sorry to hear of Billy’s passing. My sincere condolences to you at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all…Noel
Cynthia,Del and family
Saddened to hear of Billy’s passing.
Keeping you all in our thoughts.
Bob & Lynn Aylward
Our condolences To Del , Cynthia, Shannon and family , Our thoughts prayers are with you at this tragic time .
To Cynthia and Del ,Sorry to read of the passing of your dear son Billy Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Sarah and George and family .
So saddened to hear of Billy’s passing. Keeping his family, especially Claire, Will and Shelby, in my thoughts as they navigate this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of Billy’s passing. Sending you all a big hug, and heartfelt condolences.
We are so very sorry to hear of Billy’s passing. Sending heartfelt condolences to all who knew him, especially his beautiful children, Claire, Will and Shelby and their mom, Shannon. Keeping all of you in our thoughts during the difficult times ahead.
Del and family..our deepest condolences for your loss.
Billy’s family – Del, Cynthia, Shannon, Claire, Will and Shelby,
You have suffered a great loss.
I have warm memories of Billy and sad that you have to go through this grief.
I will hold you in heart and prayer as I am sure that all Presentation Sisters who know of Billy’s passing are joining me in prayerful support.
Betty Rae Lee, pbvm
DEL and Cynthia: So sorry to hear of Billy’s passing.My sincere condolences go out to you no words can express my sorrow for you both. May your many memories you shared together bring you comfort and smiles at this difficult time. HUGS to you BOTH Linda.
So sad to hear of Billy’s passing, we had some good laughs together. He had a sweet smile and a great sense of humour. He will be greatly missed. Much love to all the family.
I am so sorry to hear of Billy’s passing. I have many great memories of him from the last 30 years. Sending my heartfelt condolences to all his family and friends and especially to his sweet children, Claire, Will and Shelby and their mom, Shannon. Keeping you close in thought during the difficult days ahead.
Del and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you move through those difficult days . Billy worked with the Sisters of Mercy for many years and we certainly know what his family meant to him.. I will be remembering you all as you walk this difficult journey.. Blessings of peace.
Sister Patricia March
To Del & Kenny Family : So very sorry to hear of your son’s passing. May he rest in peace.
Cynthia & Del, we are sorry to hear of Billy’s passing. We remember him from the CBS hockey days as he played with our son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Our deepest condolences to you both as well as his children. RIP Billy!
I am very saddened to hear of Billy’s death. I hold you all in my heart and prayers.
Condolences to Del and the Kenny family on your loss.
My condolences to you all on the loss of such a beloved member of your family. Our days at Holy Spirit were full of laughter and fun, and Billy was a big part of creating that. May his light be bright and continue to shine on you all.
Our deepest condolences to the Kenny family on the passing of Billy. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely Robert & Sharon Rose
Deepest sympathy to Del and family. I am saddened by Billy’s death. I have fond memories of working with him over many years. He always went the “extra mile”.. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dell and Cynthia, we are saddened to hear of Billy’s passing our thoughts and prayers are with your Family at this sad time.
I’m so saddened to hear about Billy passing ,I had the pleasure of doing business with Billy and @ Holy Family School ,when we were leaving to go home for the day Billy always wanted to go home with us . He would say how long more before I can go home . God bless you Billy 🙏🙏🙏❤️
I am deeply saddened to hear of Billy’s passing. My condolences go out to his family at this difficult time. I had many a chat with Billy and his dad Del over the last years. He will be missed.
Cynthia, my heart is breaking for you.
May God rest his beautiful soul.