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Kenneth Redding Jr.

1947 - 2016

Kenneth Redding Jr. obituary, 1947-2016, Tallahassee, FL

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1947

DIED

2016

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Kenneth Redding Obituary

Kenneth Russell Redding, Jr.

Kenneth Russell Redding, Jr., 69, of Tallahassee, FL made it to his final resting place November 19, 2016. He fought a long battle and overcame many obstacles. In the end he was tired and needed the break only our Heavenly Father could provide.

Kenneth was born in Blakely, GA on January 11, 1947 to Kenneth Russell Redding Sr. and Marian Landrum. He graduated from Leon High School in1966 where he was a member of the band. He then joined the Air Force where he proudly served for four years. He later retired as a letter carrier with the U.S. Postal service.

Kenneth is survived by his wife Sandra Redding, two sons, Kenneth (Rusty) Russell Redding III (Sandra Demay); and William (Bo) Bryant Atkinson III. Other survivors include three daughters, Karen Berry (Rodney); Tammy Thomas (Ike); and Dina Atkinson (Landon Oliveto). His grandchildren Brittany Benitez, Brandon Benitez, Kayla Redding, Riley Redding, Jacob Thomas, Mandalyn Thomas and three great grandchildren. He is also survived by one brother, Tim Redding (Jodi); and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. He took great pride in his family and friends which he dearly loved. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Peggy Kinser.

A funeral service will be held at 12:00 PM Tuesday, November 22, at Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home located at 700 Timberlane Road. Burial with Military Honors will follow at 2:00 PM at Tallahassee National Cemetery on Apalachee Parkway.

Published by Tallahassee Democrat on Nov. 22, 2016.
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Kenny you were just like a brother to me and I know Michael thought the world of you. You will be missed by many here but what a homecoming you have received in Heaven. Tell Michael I love and miss him and you and him will have an eternity to catch up and be there to meet those of us that believe when it's our time to see you again. Sandy, God bless and comfort you and your family during this time. Love to All...Mary McClain Durden

Mary McClain-Durden

November 23, 2016

Tammy,

My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time.

Tonya Gaines

November 22, 2016

We are very sorry for your loss, Sandy and family. We are so thankful for the great times we had together. Much love to you.

Gator & Kelly O'Neal

November 22, 2016

Your family loved you so much, now you are with your heavenly father looking down on them and will forever be missed.

Shelly Dawson

November 22, 2016

Tammy: We are so sorry for the loss of your dad. We pray for the Lord to comfort you and give you peace.

Chuck and Janitta Lindsey

November 21, 2016

To Kenny's family - So very sorry for your loss. I pray the love and strength of Kenny will comfort you during this time. May the peace of the Lord be with you.

David L

November 21, 2016

So sorry for your loss, Rest in Paradise my friend and Brother. PJ and Janice Alexander Sr. ( North Providence, Rhode Island)

November 21, 2016

Chastity O'Brien

November 21, 2016

Love you so much Uncle Kenny.

Chastity O'Brien

November 21, 2016

We are very sorry for your loss... We love you....

Bill and Patty Cromartie

November 21, 2016

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12:00 p.m.

Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home & Memorial Park - Tallahassee

700 Timberlane Road, Tallahassee, FL 32312

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22

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Tallahassee National Cemetery

Apalachee Parkway, FL

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700 Timberlane Road, Tallahassee, FL 32312

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