John F. "Jack" KENNEY

KENNEY, John "Jack" F. passed away peacefully on October 30, 2016. Jack was born on July 24, 1951 in Worcester, MA. to the late John F. and Janice (Gonya) Kenney. He graduated in 1969 from Assumption Prep School and attended George Washington University in D.C. He worked at his family business, Ken-Weld Co. as vice president until moving to Arizona. In Tucson, he co-owned Tucson McGraw's Cantina and later opened Thirstys Neighborhood Grill, which has been open for 21 years. He was an avid fan of Boston sports, especially the Red Sox, and counted their world series titles as highlights of his life. Jack traveled all over the U.S. and to many other countries, making friends everywhere he went on his countless adventures. He was a dedicated father and grandfather. He coached in the Pantano Little League for 10 years, and helped many charitable organizations throughout his life. He will be remembered for his warm and generous heart, and his bold sense of adventure and play. Jack is survived by his son, Shane Eplett and his wife, Aimee; grandchildren, Thomas and Lily; his siblings, Robert Kenney and his wife, Nancy of Rutland, MA; and Patricia Ring and her husband, Lloyd of North Hampton, NH; as well as many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Tucson on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 11:00 a.m., followed by a Celebration of Life at Thirstys Neighborhood Grill. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in his honor to The Special Olympics.