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Florence Kennedy Obituary
Rochester/Waterloo: Born December 3,1920 in Belfast, N. Ireland. Passed away August 24, 2008 at age 87. Predeceased by her husband, John L. ("Jack") Kennedy. Survived by her children, Rev. Robert J. Kennedy, Eileen (Richard) Brown, Thomas (Joan) Kennedy, Ann (Thomas) Kubus; grandchildren, Jason, Kevin, Don, Paul (Cyndy), Katie, Michael, Patrick and Christine; nieces and cousins.
Friends may call Tuesday 2-4 & 7-9 at the Dreier-Giltner Funeral Home, 1717 Portland Ave. (corner of Portland and East Ridge Rd.). Funeral Service 9:30 AM Wednesday in the Funeral Home Chapel. Interment, St. Mary's Cemetery, Waterloo, NY. Memorials may be directed to the Church of the Blessed Sacrament, or School of the Holy Childhood. Arr. by the Burns-Ryan Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
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Karen Stooks
August 27, 2008
Fr. Bob and Family- You are in our prayers. We are very sorry for your loss. Unfortunately we were out of town and unable to deliver this message in person. Karen, Maryann, Adam and Hannah
Jim Shaw
August 26, 2008
Fr. Bob and family,
Know that we are thinking of you at this time. The memories of a loved one are to be cherished like a soft blanket wrapping us in its' warmth. Bless you all.
Jim and Bob
Jane, Joe, Jess & Mike McManus
August 26, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hold fast to the good memories, they are Flo's legacy.
Kelly Eldred
August 26, 2008
Ann, Tom, Patrick, and Christine:
We are sorry for your loss. Now you have an angel looking down and protecting you. Please let us know if you need anything.
Kelly and Mike Eldred
lee & alice henry
August 26, 2008
Dear Rev. Bob, Ann, Tom and Eileen:
Our sincere condolences. We have such great memories of your family living in Waterloo and our close neighbors. Your mother was a delight to be with and captured you with her wit and never failing brogue. She will be fondly remembered. We send our love
Alice & Lee Henry
Mary Alice & Bob Dinan
Rick Hasenauer
August 25, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with all the family members and those that have lost a friend.
Lynn Varricchio
August 25, 2008
Dear Bob,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Words aren't adequate when those we love have a parent die. I hope in her death all of you find peace. Love, Lynn and Trish
Paula Arvan
August 25, 2008
Ann, Tom, Pat & Christine,
It's with our deepest Sympathy we are sending this note about your Mom/Grandmother. I'm sure you have many Loving memories. Your friends & neighbors,
Paula, Steve, Mike & Jenn
Cindy & Doug Williams
August 25, 2008
Dear Ann,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Your mom was a very special woman and will be greatly missed. We love and care about you. Our sincere sympathies to you and your family.
Steve & Peggy Nicosia
August 25, 2008
May you take comfort in the knowledge that there is one more soul in heaven watching over you and yours.
Carol Mattioli
August 25, 2008
Annie,
I am so sorry to hear about your Mother. If there is anything I can do, please don't hesitate to call.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Ackles
August 25, 2008
Ann, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Ferrara
August 25, 2008
Annie, Tom, Patrick and Christine-
I was so very sorry to hear about your Mom... Please let me know if you need anything at all.
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