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James KENNEDY Obituary

KENNEDY, James Robert "Jim"

Age 73, of Xenia, passed away April 4, 2021. Services April 9, 10 am, Faith Community United Methodist Church, Xenia. Neeld Funeral Home, Xenia, OH.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Apr. 7, 2021.

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Lawrence William Gordon

March 30, 2023

Jim was a wonderful human being and friend to all. He is missed and in my prayers.

Nurse Shelby

April 13, 2021

I had the honor to care for Jim as a nurse. His sense of humor and playful spirit made any difficult day easier. He was such a light in our clinic and a true joy to care for. I was deeply saddened to hear about his passing but know that his spirit and zest for life will carry on in our hearts. I will never forget one day where he was not feeling the best and was not doing too well. I asked him how he was doing and he replied "well I feel like dancing." That was a perfect description of his soul. No matter what was thrown at him, his soul was always dancing. He was one of those patients that you just don't forget and a patient that reminds us nurses why we are so passionate about what we do. We adored him and he will truly be missed. I am happy to know that he is now dancing with Jesus in heaven.

Kenneth Lewis

April 8, 2021

Jim always had that smile and a Christ like attitude and a willingness to
be of any help he could to customer both in the grocery store and at
the Bible Bookstore. We always seeing him and knew that he loved the
Lord and was a true servant of Him.
To his family I offer my condolences and a prayerful support.
Jim will be missed very much.

John Hook

April 8, 2021

Jim and I grew up together and know I am praying for the family. His life has touched so many.

Lawrence W. Gordon

April 7, 2021

He will be sadly missed by all who came in contact with him. He was an outstanding gentleman in every aspect.

LAWRENCE W. GORDON
Past President of Council & Deputy Mayor
City of Xenia

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Fred Hoppel

April 7, 2021

During the years of 1968-1970, I worked at Kennedy's in both the Grocery Store (Dairy Dept) and the Garden Store. I credit my work experience at Kennedy's as having a positive impact on me in my work life thereafter (US Army, General Motors, and US Government).

Jim was a young manager during my time at Kennedy's and directed my work activities. Jim was a good manager and a good friend. I value and appreciate my time with all the managers at Kennedy's. I have always thought of Kennedy's as part on my extended family.

I am very sorry to hear of Jim's passing.

Fred Hoppel

Bill Addison

April 6, 2021

Very sorry to hear about Jim's passing! I have many fond memories of our time together in high school. Jim was always a very giving person and he will be greatly missed by me and my wife Judy who also knew him. We will be praying for the family.

John Saraga

April 6, 2021

To his family, what and honor it has been to known this wonderful man. Our sincere condolences for your loss!!!

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Apr

8

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Faith Community United Methodist Church

Xenia, OH

Apr

9

Service

10:00 a.m.

Faith Community United Methodist Church

Xenia, OH

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1276 North Detroit Street, Xenia, OH 45385

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