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Francis Kennedy Obituary

Of Ipswich, formerly of Everett, suddenly, November 11, 2007, 82. Husband of the late Kathleen B. (Quinn) Kennedy. Father of Sheila Unger of Lynnfield, Mary Maloney of Ipswich, Stephen Francis Kennedy of Louisville, KY, and Joseph Kennedy of Bradford, grandfather of 9, great-grandfather of 3. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday at 10:00 A.M. at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church, Linebrook Road, Ipswich. Burial will be in the Glenwood Cemetery, Washington Avenue, Everett. Visiting hours will be Wednesday from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. in the Morris Funeral Home, 45 North Main Street, IPSWICH. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. In lieu of flowers please make contributions in Mr. Kennedy's name to: Our Lady of Hope Church (to support handicapped accessibility of the church) Linebrook Road, Ipswich, MA 01938. For information, directions or to send condolences to the Kennedy family please go to: www.MorrisFH.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Nov. 13, 2007.

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Greg & Margaret Marnon

November 14, 2007

To dear Sheila, Ed, Bridget & Woody
Are deepest sympathy at the loss of your beloved Father and Grandfather.

Susan Nagy

November 14, 2007

Mary and family, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My deepest sympathys are with you and if you ever need a shoulder to lean on just let me know. Goodness knows you have always been there for me so that is the least I can for you during this difficult time.

Laurel/Steve Hickey

November 14, 2007

Mary, Jim & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and we hope you find comfort in all the wonderful memories that will stay forever in your hearts. Love, Laurel & Steve

Patricia Buckley

November 14, 2007

Dear Sheila

I am so sorry about your Dad. My wishes, prayers and thoughts are with you and your whole family. Love, Patti

Jack and Suzette DiTonno

November 14, 2007

Dear Woody and Family,
We are saddened to hear of your grandfather's passing. You have our deepest sympathy.

Stephen (75) & Cheryl (Ricci 77) Morecroft

November 13, 2007

Joe: So sorry to hear about your dad. We know the feeling since Stephen's dad passed away on Sept 13th He was 96 & still drove til last year. Any age is hard. Life can be to short sometimes.We need to live each day with good thoughts and feelings. Our prayers & thoughts are with you & your family.

anita lipsett

November 13, 2007

Mary- I am so sorry about your dad. I will keep you in my prayers during this difficult time in your life. Be strong. He is with your mom in a very beautiful place.

Mike Marnon

November 13, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Jeanette & Joe Carlevale

November 13, 2007

Joe & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Peace be with you.

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