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Ralph Kennedy Obituary
RALPH L. KENNEDY (Age 89)
On Monday, January 9, 2012, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Mary G. Kennedy; father of Barbara Jones (Robert), Michael Kennedy (Carol), Patrick Kennedy (Janet), Timothy Kennedy, Teresa Flick (Paul), Angie Auth (Dave), and the late Kevin Kennedy; brother of Kathryn Holt. Also survived by 25 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday, January 13, 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Resurrection Church, 3315 Greencastle Road, Burtonsville, MD on Saturday, January 14, at 10:30 a.m. Interment Ebenezer United Methodist Church Cemetery, Oldham, VA on Sunday, January 15, 2012 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Children's Hospital Foundation, 111 Michigan Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20010.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Kennedy
Sue Camardese
January 21, 2012
Dad and I would like to send our condolences to all of the Kennedy family. We have great memories of the years at St. Bernard's and in Ocean City. He was a great man and will be missed by all.
Joe Camardese and Sue Camardese
January 16, 2012
Terry and Paul,We are very saddened by your loss. We will be sending a contribution to your family's request.
Be well!
Marcia and Frank
Michelle Manning
January 16, 2012
Our condolences to all the Kennedy family. We have such fond memories of your dad, when he and my dad came to California and built our deck. He entertained us every evening with his stories. That deck is a happy reminder of those two old friends. Together again. Both forever in our thoughts.
January 14, 2012
Mary,
Ken and I want to express our sincere sympathy to you and your family. We have such fond memories of Ralph when we worked at Queen Anne School/St.Barnabas Church, and of our vacation in Ocean City years ago. God's Blessings Always, Clara & Ken Shaver
Nancy Keefe
January 13, 2012
To all the Kennedy family we are sorry for your loss. He left behind a wonderful heritage.
January 13, 2012
My deepest sympathy on your loss. May his memory be eternal.
Diane Piatko, Brooklyn, NY
Edna McIntosh
January 13, 2012
My condolences for your loss.
January 13, 2012
Dear Mary,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Ralph was a good man and a great firefighter. He will be sadly missed.
With Love, Carolyn and Angelo Massino
(Retired Firefight)
The Spangler's
January 12, 2012
A very sad time for all indeed. Mr. Kennedy was a wonderful man and will be missed by many. We imagine he is gently holding onto Kevin and meeting up with Mr. Brinton, our Mom and Dad and the rest of the Riverdale friends! Our thoughts and love are with his family.
Sue Jones
January 12, 2012
We always enjoyed Ralph whether it was at Ocenat City or when he visit IN. You Family are in out thoughts and prayers. We always loved to be with Ralph and Mary, such a special couple.
Denise Breen
January 12, 2012
Uncle Ralph is remembered in our hearts!! He and Mom are no doubt catching up and will be watching out for all of us.
The Orndorff's
January 12, 2012
Andrew and I are extremely sorry for your loss. We do know from our experience and belief that there is life in heaven and given enough time - we shall all be together once again!
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