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Brian Kennedy Obituary
AGE: 77 • Manasquan
The Honorable State Senator Brian T. Kennedy, 77 of Manasquan, NJ, died Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at Ocean Medical Center after a short illness. Born on April 11, 1934, in Astoria, N.Y., Brian was a proud graduate of Power Memorial Academy, New York, the US Military Academy, West Point, NY in 1957, and New York University Law School in 1965. He practiced law for over 45 years and served the citizens of NJ in both the State Assembly and Senate.
He was predeceased by his daughter Janet, sister Lorna Sullivan, and his parents, Thomas and Mary Kennedy. His is survived by his loving wife Jacqueline, his son Paul and his wife Lisa, of Wall, son Thomas and Kathleen of Danbury, CT; son John of Belmar, and daughter Marie of Costa Mesa, CA, their mother Maura, of Sea Girt, and his sister Janet Kennedy of Smithtown, NY. Brian is also survived by his four grandchildren Ryan, Megan, Jacob and Thomas and his stepsons Joseph, Brian and Timothy Gilligan.
Brian will be remembered for his love of reading, history, politics, tennis and baseball. He was an outstanding citizen and patriot, with a long and distinguished service to both the community and state.
A gathering of friends and family will be on Friday, March 23, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the Neary-Quinn Funeral Home, 39 South Street, Manasquan, NJ. A Mass will be held on Saturday, March 24, 2012 at 11:00 am at St. Catharine Church in Spring Lake. In lieu of flowers, donations to Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey, 141 Bodman Pl., Red Bank, NJ 07701. For more information or to post a tribute, please visit www.neary-quinnfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Kennedy
Linda Nordell
August 21, 2012
Jackie, I am so sorry for your loss. What can I say? I happened to talk to Joan and Sue who told me that Brian died last March. This news makes me realize how much time has passed since we last talked. Know that I am thinking of you. I hope we can share some time together soon.
Nicole Lacour
April 1, 2012
Mr. Kennedy was a wonderful man. I knew him by his visits to the bank. He always had a smile on his face, and treated everyone around him with respect. My heart goes out to his family.
March 30, 2012
We met Brian and Maura many years ago in his early political life. He was always a straight shooter. Always new where he stood without insult to anyone. We are sorry we were unable to attend his wake and funeral as we were out of the country. To you Jackie, Paul and the rest of the family, we will remember you and Brian in our prayers. We have been blessed to have known a true patriot. God bless Senator Kennedy. May he rest in peace. Frida & John McLaughlin (now of Middletown, NJ
Ginny Duffy-Shuttner
March 26, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Patricia Raffetto
March 23, 2012
Dear Jackie and Family,
We were very sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Our sympathy and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Pat & Gloria Raffetto
Melissa Moffett
March 23, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Kennedy Family. It was nice growing up in the same neighborhood. Mr. Kennedy was a such a gentle and kind man who was always happy and proud of his family. Rest in peace Brian, you will be missed.
Missy
Bill Halladay
March 23, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Adele Smith
March 23, 2012
May God bless you and keep you in this time of sorrow. Stan & I are truly sorry for your loss.
pat and ken wignall
March 22, 2012
We are so deeply saddened to hear of the loss of dear Brian. He truly defined "gentleman" and lived a great life. Our deepest condolences to Jackie and family.
John Bennett
March 22, 2012
Brian was the exceptional politician who had a good thing to say about everyone. He was a great example for those of us that followed him into public service. He will be missed by many. My sincere condolences to Jackie and the family.
March 22, 2012
To Brian's family, our deep condolences on the loss of Brian. Brian and I were classmates with the class of '57. I am sorry we will not be able to attend the services or funeral, since we are in FL; but our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May he rest in peace.
Sincerely, Bob and Bette McCloskey
Matawan, NJ and Stuart FL
Robert Weise
March 22, 2012
As a young boy i would ride my bike to the park to play tennis against Brian. We always had such great matches. My condolences to the entire family. He was such a great man.
March 22, 2012
"Rest in Peace, Brian, father of my five children. Sympathy to Jackie and the entire family and also his sister, Janet." Love, Maura
Gerri Popkin
March 22, 2012
Brian was a wonderful gentleman and dedicated public servant.. his "old-fashioned" values of God,country,loyalty,and family were an example to all.. I will miss his kindness, friendliness, patriotism,grace,and sense of humor.. thanks go to him and Jackie, for all the good times at the National Conventions that we had together, and for fighting the good fights, when no one else would!.. my sincerest condolences to you,Jackie, Paul, the entire family,and all his many friends- he will be dearly missed!..Fondly, Gerri C.Popkin.
Henry Patterson
March 22, 2012
I can remember as a young man MR Kennedy, Tom, Paul, "Babe" (John) and many of the neighborhood kids playing touch football on the front lawn of the Kennedy home. MR Kennedy calling the plays, always cheering "ARMY"!!! My many fond memories of MR Kennedy will remain with me always. It is my honor to know and call the Kennedy family my friends. You will be missed by many MR Kennedy, rest in peace...
Laura Jean & Al Ziegler
March 22, 2012
Our fond remembrances to you Brian and our deepest sympathy to your family who loved you and will miss you dearly. May you rest in peace.
Edith T. Nowels
March 22, 2012
Maura and the Kennedy Family: Sorry for your loss. Always visible at most Monmouth County functions, quiet, polite, and always a smile and hello. Another Republican 'icon' who will be missed.
Frank Ali
March 22, 2012
Brian was always a gentleman and had a smile and a good word for everyone he met. I will always remember him coming into my hardware stores in Belmar with a smile and a friendly greeting to my staff and to the customers. He was kind, thoughtful and cared for people. With utmost respect for a lost friend, I wish Brian and his family peace. He will be missed by all.
Frank Ali
Julie Collart
March 21, 2012
What a wonderful, smart soul you were and are, Brian Kennedy. Thank you for making the Collart family even more special.
You'll be in my heart always.
Love,
Julie
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