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Douglas Kenney Obituary
Douglas Allen Kenney of Fairbanks died Saturday, May 19, 2018, at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington. He was born Oct. 3, 1956, in Philadelphia, the son of William A. Kenney Jr. of Philadelphia, and Blanche Pearl Gates Kenney, of Mattawana, Pennsylvania.
He is survived by his sisters, Kimbra Kenney, of Arlington, Virgina, and Lisa McCall, of Berryville, Virgina, as well as several nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, and many cousins in addition to many close friends in Fairbanks and Northern Virginia.
Doug worked in retail, security, and was a writer. He spent much of his adult life as a volunteer firefighter, audio/visual technician, Pioneer Park train engineer, Ice Alaska worker, while serving in many other volunteer positions. Doug was an avid fisherman, Ultimate (frisbee) player, soccer player and raised dwarf bunnies. You could never find a more loyal and enthusiastic Raiders fan than Doug.
Doug's positive spirit, passion for life, and willingness to help others in any given circumstance echo his identity as a true Alaskan.
A celebration of life memorial service will be held here in Fairbanks at 5 p.m. Sunday, June 10, at First Presbyterian Church downtown, with a potluck reception to follow. We invite Doug's friends and loved ones to attend, share stories and remember this man who loved Fairbanks and added his own unique perspective and enthusiasm to every group that welcomed him. His ashes will be scattered at Smith Mountain Lake, Virgina, a place he and his family loved.
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January 24, 2019
Doug (and the entire Kenney family) were our neighbors growing up on Upland Street in Arlingon, where Doug and his sisters, and me and my siblings all attended Yorktown High School at about the same time.
Doug was always a good neighbor, and kept in touch with our mom, even after moving to Alaska, which she always appreciated.
As my sons advanced through Scouts, and posted items on Facebook, he always commented even though he had never met them, which I always appreciated.
Rest in peace, condolences to his sisters and all the family.
Bill Huddleston
Arlington, Virginia
January 2019 - Just learned of his passing.
Morgan
July 29, 2018
I moved to Hawaii but Doug and I would speak occasionally. He was truly the greatest Raiders fan I've ever known, I'm a Chargers fan and we loved making him an honorary part of the Polar Bolts Fan Club.Doug was a kindred spirit and we loved having him around.
Rest in Love Brother! I'll always think about you especially when your Raiders and Chargers meet two times a year. You're never going to be forgotten!
Charrie Smith
June 16, 2018
Doug, I'm very sorry to hear of your passing. This was way too early. Thank you for being a great friend to my brother. Thank you for being crazy you, we wouldn't have wanted you to be any other way. I will think of you whenever I hear those funny bunny names ... Miss America, Thumper, Wild Thing ... I know that you loved Alaska, but you also dearly loved your siblings and all of their/your family on the other coast. Rest easy, brother!
Zach Joseph
June 13, 2018
Doug, you truly were one of a kind. An unforgettable character. Fairbanks will never see your like again. While the rest of us toil away here in life, you are now at peace. Rest easy, Doug. See you soon.
Michelle Branigan
June 13, 2018
Doug, You had an unmatched zest for life and a refreshing disinterest in pretense of any sort - I'll miss these a lot. You also packed more into your 61 years than pretty much most people who will live longer than you; in my book, that means you led a great life and should therefore be at peace.
Christine Carstens
June 12, 2018
Doug, I will miss your zany attitude and poetic spirit. I'm sorry that my husband and I didn't get to Alaska for a visit, thought there was so much time. I hope your passing was peaceful. Your NOVA childhood friends will remember you. Go Raiders!
Claire Calvert Burke
June 12, 2018
Oh Doug, this is much too early. I will always remember your spirit and optimism. Rest In Peace and we will meet again someday.
Claire
Ted Chandler
June 10, 2018
I can't believe you are gone. I will miss your stories so much. You always found a way to brighten up my day. It truly was a pleasure knowing you. You were always willing to lend a helping hand or good bit of advice. The world is a better place for your having been it. Thank you for everything you did. You will truly be missed my friend.
June 7, 2018
Sorry for your great loss, may God's loving kindness comfort and help you through this difficult time. Psalm 51:17
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