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Rita KENNEDY Obituary

KENNEDY - Rita K. (nee McGivney) July 27, 2016, beloved wife of the late Paul J. Kennedy; loving mother of Kathleen, Christopher (Patricia), Paula (Michael) Worden, Brian (Jeryl), Matt (Rita), Thomas, Patricia (Michael) Timmons, Michele (Daniel) Kennedy-Potter, John and the late Michael Kennedy (Patricia); devoted grandmother of 15 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; sister of Bernice (late William) Bransfield, Carol (John) Stoody and the late Joan Platte (William); also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends may call Friday, August 12 from 4-8 PM at the DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, August 13 at 9:30 AM at Christ the King Church, 30 Lamarck Dr., Snyder. Please assemble at church. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to WNY Alzheimer's Association. or Hospice Buffalo. Online condolences at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com.

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Published by Buffalo News from Jul. 31 to Aug. 7, 2016.

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Joie

July 25, 2024

So small in statute but enormous in her heart. Such a wonderful friend to my Mom when Mom was bedridden. Once a week visits, so I could have a few hours to get myself and kids together. Always so spunky and caring. My Mom always appreciated the friendship they had made and I am forever thankful

August 24, 2016

Just because I can not see that smile any more doesn't mean I do not continue to see it in my memory. What an example you set for us young'uns. I love you still.... Carol McGivney Stoody, the baby still.

August 12, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss. When our parents pass there is always such a void left in our hearts.

August 11, 2016

Sorry to hear about the passing of your mother, Kathy. I know she is in a better place. May God comfort and surround you with His love in your time of sorrow. Sharon Miller

August 7, 2016

She was a beautiful person inside and out and raised a beautiful family-may god rest her soul. She will be missed . Tom and Kathy Perry

Dennis Steiner

August 2, 2016

Condolences to the whole Kennedy family from Dennis and the Steiner Family.

August 1, 2016

Mrs Kennedy was one of my most memorable nurse's that I've worked with. From the halls of EJ Meyer to ECMC. She had super powers working full time with 9 children! She remained totally devoted to her patients care, and always appeared tireless. I have not seen her since probably the 80's but shes always been one i wondered what she was doing. She made the world a better place.

Joie Jackson

July 31, 2016

Rita's friendship and kindness will always be remembered; I am so grateful that she and Paul shared times of fun & laughter with my parents and Rita's visits and support during my mom's illness always made my mom's day. With heartfelt sadness and love.

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