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She was born October 3, 1931, the daughter of Harry and Mary Elizabeth (Lally) Kennedy. Jody was a housewife, former owner of Howard's Cleaners and a graduate of Presentation Academy Class of 1949 and Bryant Stratton Business School in 1950. She was a member of the Columbia Ladies 2761 Knights of Columbus, Womans Auxiliary 1693 Hobart Beach Post and the St. Lawrence Seniors.
She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, William V. "Bill" Howard; her son, Paul Howard (Gemma); daughters, Janet Millay (Mike) and Mary Beth Lykins (Jeff); grandchildren, Joshua, Jacob and Justin Howard, Brandon Lykins and Kramer and Kennedy Millay; sister, Val Jean Krish (Ted); and numerous nieces and nephews, all of Louisville.
She was preceded in death by her sisters, Helen Krekel and Mary Jane Brotzge.
Mass of Christian Burial is 7 p.m. Tuesday at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, 1925 Lewiston Dr., with burial 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Calvary Cemetery. Visitation: 1-4 p.m. Tuesday at Keenan's Funeral Home, 4724 Dixie Hwy., at Rockford Lane, and 4:30-7 p.m. Tuesday at the church.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be sent to James Graham Brown Cancer Center or St. Lawrence Building Fund.
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Dennis & Anne Pfaadt
January 12, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if you need anything or if there is anything we can do. We are praying for you guys. God Bless.
JIM & ANNA DAUB
January 12, 2011
Jim and I are in Florida, and we were saddened to hear about Jodies death. We do not know your family except for you, Val Jean and Ted, but all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. We will all miss her beautiful smile and kind way.
God bless all of you.
Sincerely, Anna and Jim Daub
Grace Brown
January 12, 2011
I was saddened to read about Jody's passing. Bill and Jody were always very kind and really meant a lot to me, so much so they stood as Laura's Godparents. I remember all the fun times during family gatherings. I have fond memories of all of you and pray for God's comfort in days ahead.
Carl Alexander
January 11, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was a second Mom to me for alot of years. She was a very kind and caring woman. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Chris Weixler
January 10, 2011
Dear Bill and family. I am so sorry to hear of Jody's passing. I know we will both be missing her and Jim. They will be happy together. Love to you all.
Pam, Ed and Kaycee Seale
January 10, 2011
Janet you are in our prayers.
William Mattingly
January 10, 2011
To the Howard Family: I remember Jody Kenendy from our St. Columba grade school classes in the 1940's. She was always a most kind and friendly classmate. My prayers are for Jody and the Howard family.
William Mattingly
CAPT (Ret.) USNR
La Habra Heights CA
Mary Dedrick-Hebel
January 10, 2011
My sympathy, cherish your memories.
Molly McCall Williams
January 10, 2011
Prayers are with you.
Mary Dee Boemker
January 10, 2011
Howard Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have fond memories of Jody. She was always so friendly and kind. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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