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Robert KENNEDY Obituary
A native of New London, Ohio, he was a resident of Hampton for 41 years. Robert was a member of Warwick Assembly of God. He served honorably in the U.S. Army and retired as Sgt. First Class in 1969, with 22 ½ years of service. He was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam conflicts, and received numerous decorations to include the Good Conduct Medal Fourth Award; Bronze Star Medal, with Oak Leaf Cluster; National Defense Service Medal, with Oak Leaf Cluster; Army Commendation Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters; Vietnam Service Medal; and the Vietnam Campaign Medal.
Preceding him in rest are his parents, Wilfred W. and Treva Strimple Kennedy.
Surviving members of his family include his wife of 55 years, Esther Kennedy; brother-in-law, Gene Williamson of Galloway, N.J.; sister-in-law, Tina Williamson of Hampton; and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. today, June 13, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of Robert's life will be held at noon Monday, June 14, at Warwick Assembly of God, 1228 Todds Lane, Hampton. Interment will follow in Hampton-Veterans Memorial Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be made to Warwick Assembly of God.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family. Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Ave., Hampton, VA 23666. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert KENNEDY
June 21, 2010
Esther, I just learned of your loss and want you to know that I am praying that God will comfort and strengthen you in the coming weeks and months. I know you will miss Bob so very much.
Bob was very special. My parents (Joseph and Sadie Aucoin) loved him and so did I.
Love, Jeanne Aucoin Smith
Cheryle Nelson Gumaer
June 20, 2010
Esther, I just learned of your loss and my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. I wish you all peace and comfort in God's love.
June 14, 2010
My Uncle Bob may have been the most decent man I've ever known. He was more than a nice guy. He was selfless, giving and, above all, he lived his faith. He was an inspiration to everyone who knew him. Just being in his presence made you feel good. I saw him very little over the last many years, but I always felt close to him. He and my dear Aunt Esther have always provided me with comfort and hope, particularly during times when the world's angers and its evils became too dispiriting. I will miss my Uncle Bob. And my heart goes out to Aunt Esther. But I'm thankful that he was a part of my life and the lives of so many others.
June 14, 2010
Mr. Bob as he was called by my children, was a wonderful man. Anyone who had children at the daycare would appreciate the caring way he had with the children. He will be truly missed. Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to his family.
Katrina, Walt, Sarah, Jacob and Emily Hayes
Gerald & Shirley Frix
June 14, 2010
Esther,
Our thoughts and our prayers are with you. Bob was a loving and caring man, a true friend - he will be missed.
June 13, 2010
Dear Esther and Family,
Our love, hearts, and prayers are with each of you. Bob was a true warrior for Christ and we are all better individuals for having known him.
Lord bless you,
Hilda Douglass, Doug and Michelle Edwards, and family
Scott Mccoy
June 12, 2010
I always thought of Bob as more than a friend, in fact his is my son Robert's namesake. I truly miss him, and feel the world seems a little colder now that his bright smile and gentle laugh won't be hear anymore. I wish all who suffer this loss, peace, Love Scott McCoy
Debbie
June 12, 2010
What a privilege and an honor it is to have shared a part of our lives with such an outstanding man of God. Bob leaves behind a legacy that few can ever obtain. A humble, gentle, behind the scenes kind of person who impressed me so much that I was proud to name my son after him. Glory to God for a life well lived and may we celebrate the life we shared with Bob!
Mary & John Tyner
June 12, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
June 12, 2010
Bob was a wonderful and loving person. He always put the feelings of others before himself. I know God had a special place for him in Heaven. HE will be missed by many but the memories of him will be with us always. My prayers are with his sweet and loving wife Esther. God bless you, Dale Fogle
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