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William Kennedy Obituary

Kennedy, William A. "Bill" Age 87, of Pittsford, NY, formerly of Waukegan, Illinois, passed away on July 17, 2013 at age 87. He was born on July 13, 1926, and lived in Waukegan for 62 years. His parents were Sheriff Thomas E. Kennedy and Kathryn Crawford Kennedy, of Lake County, Illinois, both of whom are deceased. Bill served in the U.S. Marines, in the South Pacific in WWII and in China. On March 19, 1950, Bill married the love of his life, Barbara M. Fullner at St. Patrick's Church in Wadsworth, IL. Bill was on the Waukegan Police Department and retired as a Captain in 1975. Bill joined the staff of St. Therese Hospital in 1976, retiring as a hospital Vice President in 1986. After moving to Naples, NY, in 1988, Bill was elected South Bristol Town Justice 3 times, retiring in 1999. He is survived by his three loving daughters, Patricia Kennedy of Lincoln City, OR, Connie Grier of Pittsford, NY, and Karen (Alan) Bristol, of Rochester, NY; 3 grandsons, Alex Grier, Michael Bristol, and Thomas Bristol, all of Rochester; beloved friend, Holly Elwell, of Canandaigua, NY; as well as cousins, nephews, nieces, and many dear friends. Bill was preceded in death by his loving wife, Barbara; his parents; brother, Hugh Kennedy; and sister, Barbara Palo. Calling hours were held at Miller Funeral and Cremation Services in Rochester. A Memorial Mass was held at St. Januarius Church in Naples. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association in his memory. For directions or to leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit: www.Miller1889.com.

Published by News Sun from Jul. 20 to Jul. 26, 2013.
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Patti.Connie And Karen.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Many wonderful memories we share.

Ron and Sue Rose-Sassone

July 26, 2013

Patty and Family:
My deepest sympathy to you and your sisters. I have such nice memories of both of your parents, through the years as we were growing up. They were great people and always very nice to me. May your memories help you through this sad time. Take care of each other.

Kathy Harju-Grom

July 22, 2013

Karen and family, I am so sorry to read of your Father's passing. I hope that good memories will be with you.

Lynne Ferruzzi Angelos

July 22, 2013

Sorry to read about your loss, but there is the hope that you can see your loved one again.(John11:25,26)

July 21, 2013

Sorry for the loss of your father.

Alice Schroeder

July 21, 2013

R.I.P. Captain Kennedy... Bill Pitts

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July 20, 2013

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