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Jake W
December 6, 2008
Marty will be missed by all who knew him, even those like me who only knew him by hearing on the radio. Welcome to the Church Triumphant; I hope to meet you there one day.
Sean Duffy
December 1, 2008
Thank you for your service to our country, and for your wisdom on the radio. And for the smiles every time we heard Sean say, "MARTY!" Rest in peace.
JJ
November 27, 2008
Marty, may you rest in peace with your fellow members of the "greatest generation". Your sacrifices are not forgotten. God Bless you and your family.
David Schroder
November 27, 2008
Marty your the "Greatest American". Rest in peace my friend and thank you for your service to our country
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Jon Swiastyn
November 26, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Paul Hood
November 25, 2008
We've lost a great American. God bless you, Marty. I felt like I knew you in just the short time that you shared your life with us. You were a great talk show caller--you knew that you weren't the star. Yet in many ways Marty, you'll always be a star with me. Love to your family.
Herbert Seel
November 25, 2008
Thank You so very much Marty for your service to your country. I will pray for your soul. The world is so much less without you in it.
Steve Heming
November 25, 2008
Marty,
Thank you twice for your service -- once for serving in the military and again for serving on Sean's show. We need more great ones like you.
Tom Link
November 17, 2008
Rest in peace Marty.
Kevin Willmann
November 13, 2008
MAAARRTTY!!!!
You felt like an old friend evertime I heard you on Sean's show, or Mark Levin's show also. Off all the "great Americans" in Sean's audience, you were the greatest. We will miss hearing your voice. Rest in Peace and Godspeed.
dan cameron rodill
November 11, 2008
Many a time I heard Marty on Sean Hannity and also on Monica Crowley, as Marty was her special "boyfriend." Lively guy and a credit to his country. My condolences to his family.
Rod Barker
November 11, 2008
Marty.... There are not enough words to express the thanks our nation owes you and all of your Band of Brothers. Although it may seem that our nation has forgotten your sacrifices, there are many who thank you day after day. Thank you to Sean Hannity for bringing you into all of our lives so that you could share your wisdom and insight into what a true hero really is. Rest in Peace, your work is done but your light will shine forever in those that you have touched. To your family, God Bless you all. I am sure that your tears of sorrow will soon be replaced with tears of joy at knowing Marty had a fulfilled life and touched many lives.
Terri Lynn
November 11, 2008
Marty,thank you. You provided us all with great wisdom,laughter and insight. You will be forever missed by the Hannity family as well as by those who loved you dearly from your own family. Rest in peace dear man. You were our hero.
Doris Galvin
November 11, 2008
Marty proved to be a GREAT inspiration to all who heard him daily close the Sean Hannity show.....
My husband was in the Navy and all are GREAT heros
Jill York
November 10, 2008
To MAAAARTY'S FAMILY:
What a special man! How I looked forward to Marty's political insight whenever he called Sean's show. I miss him very much. May God bless his soul and comfort his family during this difficult time.
Sharon & Scott S.
November 10, 2008
To MAAAARTY's Family,
How we will miss his humor and upbeat attitude! What a wonderful man...a real American Hero. Our prayers are with your family at this very sad time. May all of your memories bring you comfort and many smiles!! God Speed Marty!!
Laura Flores
November 10, 2008
MAAARTYYYYYY!!!!!
I'll miss Sean yelling your name and the piano music in the background.
You are truly an American Hero who knew how to put "COUNTRY FIRST",.....a generation we should look up to with respect and gratitude.
YOU BETCHA' I'm gonna miss 'yah!!
*SIGH*
Tony Labiento
November 9, 2008
Marty (and family, friends),
Always wondered why Sean had the ragtime piano playing when Marty called in? Wow.. What a great voice of wisdom and honor he was to us. Enjoy your heavenly home great American. We will miss him greatly!
Ed Runco
November 9, 2008
Marty, I will miss your voice and your insightfull take on world events. You always had the right thing to say, with compassion, especially when Sean tried to put you on the spot ! God be with you and yours as you finally hear His glorious voice in Heaven. Thank you for sharing yourself with the world. We are blessed to have heard you.
(a listener in NJ)
Robyn Chase
November 9, 2008
Always looked forward to the ragtime piano played in the background.I felt like i knew him and tear up when i think of never hearing that piano played again. Rest in total Peace Marty. You are a hero and a gentleman.
Michele Em
November 9, 2008
Dear Marty,
Rest in peace. You are already missed.
The Sean Hannity show will never be the same.
Michele
Trisha Degregorio
November 9, 2008
Marty epitomized all thats American. I am so blessed to have been able to hear his voice since 1996. I have spent many a night sitting in my driveway waiting for him to comment before shutting off my car. He always made me smile.
Kendrick Messinger
November 8, 2008
What a good man. He was always a favorite way to end Sean's radio show and me and my wife always looked forward to hearing Marty's closing comments, it seemed to sum up the whole show. The tribute Sean played brought tears to my eyes. To the family and friends I want you to know that Marty was loved by more people than you can ever imagine. Thanks Marty
Martin Katz
November 8, 2008
So long, Marty, and G-d Bless. You lived an admirable life of Honor, and Humility, and every word I ever heard you speak, made sense. Vibrant, and vital you were, to the end.
Denise Kotasek
November 8, 2008
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Kenney family. I thoroughly enjoyed Marty's calls to Sean Hannity, and will miss hearing him.
Russell Giambrone
November 8, 2008
Marty,
Was what I try toteach my children what an American is. He was the epitemy of what made this Country Great. God Bless.
Ginger K.
November 8, 2008
Oh Marty, how I will miss you, like so many others. The tribute Sean played brought tears to my eyes. I could hear the weight of all you had lived in those years as "The Greatest Generation". Godspeed to the friend I never met. I thank you from the heart of my soul for the freedom you and your comrades secured for me and mine.
For Marty's family, my deepest, heartfelt condolences. Marty seems to have been the sort of person you can be so very proud of. As Sean says, "Let your heart be not troubled." Marty now resides where we all long to go. When you believe in a Higher Power, no farewell is forever. God Bless you all.
Suzi & Hugh O'Neil
November 8, 2008
To the Kenney Family,
Marty our HERO …. IS AMERICA, & WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.
As a husband, father, friend, & fellow loyal listener of the Sean Hannity Radio show we WILL MISS the “Gentle”man who lit up the switchboard in our hearts, we looked up to as a “Father” figure, & made us feel the warmth like “family”.
To the Kenney Family you are NOT ALONE, you DO have us, the LOYAL LISTENERS of Sean Hannity show, with you today & always.
Our DEEPEST HEARTFELT sympathies are with you.
Marrrty MAY GOD BLESS you!
Don Gallerani
November 7, 2008
I had the honor and privilege of chatting with Mr. Kenney at several WABC sponsored events and I was always taken by his easygoing outlook. He was humbled by the celebrity status that those in Sean’s audience openly displayed whenever he appeared in public. Marty’s honest spoken appraisals of the events of the day were uplifting to all within earshot whenever he spoke to America. I mentioned him in my book on talk radio.
He will be missed. Americans present and future can honor this man for the love he had for his country, by keeping the torches of liberty and freedom burning.
Marty would want it that way.
God bless him and the entire Kenney family.
Anna Buglion
November 7, 2008
Dear family and close friends of Marty -
My deepest sympathies for the loss of your beloved father, grandfather, and friend.
He was a ray of sunshine for those of us in the listening audience and he had a way of summing up a 3 hour program in about 15 seconds.
I hope you find some comfort in knowing that Marty was loved by so many.
Tim Sumner
November 7, 2008
On our web site there are two friends of Marty, Sean Hannity and Mark Levin, speaking Tuesday night of his passing. In addition, there is a link to Sean's tribute to Marty.
http://marklevinfan.com/?p=3782
Dianne Davison
November 7, 2008
The Kenney Family.... I was brokenhearted when I heard that Marty had passed away. I was listening to Sean on election day when I heard the news. I cried because I loved hearing his voice at the end of Sean's show.....Marty!!!! A true American hero in every sense of the word. I listened to Sean's tribute to him last night and I was so moved when he talked about how he loved this country and the D-Day invasion. I know you were all proud of him. Rest in Peace Marty - you will be sorely missed.
Duane Clem
November 7, 2008
I always wanted to meet Marty in person. I always enjoyed hearing the ragtime piano music start up when he called the Sean Hannity Show. The calls always started the same way: "Sean? MARTYYYYYYYYY!" He was a true American hero. To Marty's family: I don't know if you realize the impact Marty has had on our nation, not only through his military service but also his wisdom he shared on the radio. He will truly be missed. May God bless your family.
Tina
November 7, 2008
Maartyy!!!
For most people, this is how he'll be remembered, as a faithful supporter of the Sean Hannity show.
For the family, I know you have many more memories of him.
God bless. He will be missed.
MARTHA GADOLA
November 7, 2008
My condolences on the passing of your dear father & grandfather. I would always smile when I would hear Sean announce it is "Marty". May God be with you all.
Monica Brown
November 7, 2008
Thank you, Marty, for your humor and wisdom. I feel honored to have been able to listen to Marty's words of wisdom and humor for the past few years. We truly were blessed by his presence and I, for one, will not forget him despite only knowing him through radio waves that made it all the way down here to Southern New Mexico.
To Marty's family: May you find peace and comfort in knowing just how much Marty meant to the people of this country who listened to his wisdom and humor via the Sean Hannity show. Know that we all mourn his loss with you and will be thinking of you, praying for you and sending you peace and comfort from our hearts.
It is men like Marty who have made this country the truly wonderful place it is today. And those of us who recognize how wonderful our country is will forever honor his service and sacrifice for us all.
Nancy Keber
November 7, 2008
To Marty's family,
What a special man he was to those of us who knew him through the radio! You must be touched to know how loved he was and what an impact one simple life had on so many people throughout this nation. How ironic that he died on the day which, had he lived through it, would have caused him to feel sadness and trepidation for the future of the country he loved and served so admirably. He shall be missed.
George Wilhelm
November 7, 2008
Marty's voice on the radio was Always a Breath of Fresh Air. My condolences to the family, and to Marty's "other family", the talk radio audience around this great country.
Marty Will Be Missed!
Terry Wright
November 7, 2008
To the Kenney family, I offer my deepest condolences. Marty was an inspiration to many of us who came to know him from his calls to our talk radio friends. He will be sorely missed. He was a most wise and unselfish person. God bless.
Peter Johnson
November 7, 2008
God bless you Marty. May the Heavenly Father welcome you with open arms. I always enjoyed your phone calls into Sean’s show.
On a personal note, I will never forget the Hannity on Broadway show. I had no idea Marty was sitting in front of me. As Sean was taking questions from the audience, I thought I was going to be the last question so I could propose to my girlfriend in front of everybody. As I was about to be handed the mic, Sean says that Marty was in the audience, lets hear from Marty. I helped Marty up to his feet and he had his say. Well, it was an honor to be bumped for Marty. I offer my condolences to the Kenney family and may the Good Lord bless each and everyone of you during this difficult time.
Pete Johnson
aka Long Island Pete
Gregg Garvey
November 7, 2008
To Marty's Family,
You were Blessed with a wise & wonderful Patriarch; In my mind Marty was "America's Grandfather"...
I'm sure that even in your grieving, you're able to celebrate his love of life & service to you & our country...
May God continue to Bless You...
Ashley Marshall
November 7, 2008
Marty was one of the greatest Americans. It was always great to listen to him during each on Sean's shows. I got to see him at the 2006 Freedom Concert - it will be sad not to see him around (in person) at the concert, but Marty's spirit will ALWAYS be with us. Thank you for everything Marty and we know you are looking down from above and watching over us.
Flipper
November 7, 2008
Marty,
It was such an awesome pleasure getting to know you these past 9 years. I'm so glad we talked on the phone as much as we did and you became my grandpa. You have forever made an impact on my life and I'm so thankful for what you taught me and for getting to know you and your family. I will miss you so much...I love you Marty!
twin heart
November 7, 2008
Though I never him, Marty touched my heart. Hearing his voice, his grace and dignity and his obvious love and respect for his Country were to me, the definition of a true patriot. He was a hero and ever shall be. If ever one sought to prove that there angels among us, Marty is that proof. You and all your care shall be in my prayers, and thank you for sharing such a great man with all of us. You will never know the amount of hearts he touched and the grace he brought to an often worried Country. May God bless you and hold you always in the Palm of His Hand -
Cathy Bacigalupi
November 7, 2008
Marty! Your assistance must have been needed at a higher level! Blessings to your family. You will be missed by all whose lives you touched.
Jay R. Wright
November 7, 2008
Once again, we lose yet another real hero from the Greatest Generation...so sad, but then again---Thank You Marty for sharing yourself with so many of us...you will always be an inspiration to all Americans & allow us to meditate upon the freedoms that we now share because of the willingness of you & your comrades to defend our nation & yes, the world. Rest Well, my friend !
Susan Occhiuzzi
November 7, 2008
Marty was my connection to my parents, both of the WW11 generation. Having lost my WW11 Navy veteran father 28 years ago and my mother several months ago, I held an even more special place in my heart for Marty who held the same ideals and beleifs that I was taught from my very patriotic parents.
I was deeply saddened to hear Sean announce Marty's passing, and I was brought to tears from his tribute to him yesterday. Please know that we all thank Marty for his service to this country, his love of this country, and his love of live. I am sure that Monica Crowley will also pay tribute to him tomorrow, and I shall look forward for perhaps one more time to hear his lovely voice and insightful observations. He will be missed by many more than you can ever imagine. May he rest in peace.
Eileen Terranova
November 7, 2008
To Marty's family,
You were truly blessed with a wonderful father, grandfather and great-grandfather. I'm so thankful to have been able to hear his words of wisdom all these years on the radio. We all felt like we knew him. God Bless him and your family. I'm very sad for your loss.
Carl Yusna
November 6, 2008
To the family of Marty: I enjoyed his contributions to the radio programs. As a Baby Boomer I appreciate his service to our nation. I was at Omaha Beach for the 60th Anniversary of DDay with my late father's unit. It is a very moving place to visit. From talking to the vets I can understand why it was so hard for Marty to talk about that day that changed the world. Rest in peace.
Carl Yusna 29th Infantry Division Association Old Saybrook, CT
Gregg Portway
November 6, 2008
To the Kenny family,
Our prayers are with you in these times, hopefully they will provide some comfort.
Marty is one of the greats, I too listened to him with the greatest of respect and thanks. We are honered to have shared this great country with him. Thankful to him that we even have it.
May God grant him the peace he so deserves.
Rest in peace my friend.
Elizabeth Crann
November 6, 2008
To the family of Martin E. Kenney Sr.: We will so miss his wisdom and insight on talk radio. I know so many of us who knew him through talk radio will cherish his memory and all he did for our country. Marty, I promise to continue the good fight and I will never, ever let the memory of our great soldiers die. What you and others did for our country can never be forgotten. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Rest in peace.
Gary Young
November 6, 2008
I rarely cry. I bawled today hearing Sean's interview with Marty. I made sure I turned on the radio every afternoon 10 minutes before 5 so I could be sure and hear what Marty was going to say that day. He was so genuine and represented a class of people that rarely exists today. It truly is the greatest generation, and Marty was the greatest of the greatest. Thank you, Marty for your service to this country 60 years ago AND the last few years as well...
Jack
November 6, 2008
May he rest in peace with the angels and the saints under the watchful eyes of our Blessed Mother.
Thanks for the memories, Marty.
Lisa and Linda Granchelli
November 6, 2008
A real American...thank you Marty for the sacrifices you made for our freedom. May it never be in vain. We will miss you on talk radio!
Woody Dahlen
November 6, 2008
God has welcomed him home with open arms for running the good race and finishing victoriously. He is missed.
Robert Singleton
November 6, 2008
MAAAAARTY!
We miss you. You were a GREAT American!
To Marty's Family, May God Bless you and comfort you during this time. I always enjoyed listening to him on the radio since 2001.
Basil Krenitsky
November 6, 2008
May his memory be eternal.He was a great fan of Sean hannity and that's how I found out of his passing.
May our dear Lord open his loving arms and accept him into his
heavenly kingdom.
larry palmer
November 6, 2008
To the Kenney family: please accept my condolence on the loss of your father, grandfather and great grandfather, this great nation is forever in his debt. To Marty, Thank you. As a world war II history buff i am forever humbled at the great deed and service to me and this great country that you and others of the greatest generation gave to me and my family. You have returned home to be with our Savior and Lord Jesus Christ and you have indeed earned your eternal reward and rest. May you watch over this country as we have lost our way but as your generation fought to save this nation, my generation( i'm 42 and a Reagan conservative)shall continue to uphold those ideals and values you and our honored dead have given us. As General MacArthur said in his April 1951 address to congress " old soliders never die, they just fade away" God Bless you and the United States of America
Joanne McBride
November 6, 2008
To Marty's family,
I am heartbroken to hear of Marty's passing.
What an inspiration Marty was! It made my day when I heard the piano music and knew that Marty was on Sean's show. He was always so insightful.
OK baby you are in heaven now.
Brian Lawrance
November 6, 2008
Rest well, gentle hero. May you and your family have blue skies, gentle breezes and soft landings forever.
AIRBORNE!
Mary Lou Martin
November 6, 2008
To Marty's family - your dad and grandfather was one of my favorite people that I never met. He was a joy to hear on talk radio, and he must have been the source of wisdom and joy for your family. I'll miss him. God will welcome him into Heaven.
Gene Deveney
November 6, 2008
Marty was a real American; proud of his country and especially proud of his Catholic faith. He always talked common sense. He truly was a member of the GREATEST GENERATION!
May he rest in peace. Amen.
Jackie Schulz
November 6, 2008
To the family of "MARTY"
I was wondering where he has been the last couple of weeks. I cried when I heard of his passing. I always looked forward to hearing his words of wisdom on the Sean Hannity Show everyday. May God Bless your family he was a wonderful man. Marty you are the Best!!!!
Thank you for all your service. We will miss you.
Jackie Schulz
Elkins Park, PA
Linda Zisa
November 6, 2008
I feel like I know Marty from his years calling Sean, Mark and Monica. He was a true gentleman and patriot. He loved this country and served it with honor. I so enjoyed hearing his calls at the end of Sean's show. He often brought a tear to my eye because of his passion and devotion to his beliefs. We have all lost a friend. You have lost the most but also had the most by having him in your lives for so many years. You have my deepest sympathy for your loss but we have all benefited from his warmth and sincerity. He will be missed.
Joan Stewart
November 6, 2008
To Marty's Family,
Marty was a true American and I will miss hearing his 'raspy' comments on Hannity's show.
Patty Connelly
November 6, 2008
My mother was Margaret Wrenn Connelly from the old neighborhood in the Bronx. Marty was buddies with Mom's brother, Jack Wrenn, and he needed a date for a dance. Mom introduced him to Helen, and the rest was history! Even when I was alone in the car, I always called our to him, "Hey Marty!" and waved to him when driving past his house on Route 17. He was a great man.
Peter R. Perciasepe Jr.
November 6, 2008
I've listened to Marty on the radio many times in the past years, talking
to Shawn Hannety and Mark Levin.
He was a great guy and a patriot of
our country. He will be missed. God
rest his soul. I'm sure he will be watching over us.
Janet Nagelhout
November 6, 2008
To The Family of our "Marty",
After hearing Marty so many, many times on the radio, I finally got to meet him at a Sean Hannity book signing in Ridgewood. I asked him to sign Sean's book and he did ! What a wonderful, unassuming, patriotic and gracious man. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends but I hope you will get some comfort in knowing that he was loved and respected by more people than you can ever imagine.
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