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BORN
1937
DIED
2016
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Stephen Keninitz Obituary
Born April 13, 1937 in Centralia, PA, he was the son of the late August and Helen Sousa Keninitz. He was the husband of Carol Keninitz, his wife of 50 years.
Mr. Keninitz served in the US Army, stationed in Germany. He was employed as an electronic engineer. He was a member of the American Legion Post #11 of Frederick, and St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Libertytown, where he served as an usher. He enjoyed playing golf and was an avid Washington Redskins fan.
Surviving, in addition to his wife, are children, Kevin Stephen Keninitz and wife Misty of Murfreesboro, TN, Scott Stephen Keninitz and wife Katheleen Freeman of Denton, MD, and Stephanie Jo Keninitz of Grapevine, TX; four grandchildren, who affectionately referred to him as "Jedi", Kendall, Nicholas, Sydney and Marshall; sisters, Kathleen Andreano of Chesapeake, VA, Olga Jones of San Antonio, TX, and Kathryn Taylor of Harrisburg, PA; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by 10 brothers and sisters.
The family will receive friends at Hartzler Funeral Home, 11802 Liberty Road, Libertytown on Friday, September 30 from 9 to 9:45 a.m.
A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church of Libertytown, 9201 Church St., Union Bridge. Fr. Gene Nickol will be the celebrant. Military interment will follow in St. Peter's Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter's Building Fund, 9190 Church St., Union Bridge, MD 21791.
Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.hartzlerfuneralhome.com.
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Lynne & Kevin Anstee
October 7, 2016
It's hard to believe it has been a couple years since we were members at St. Peter's but will always remember the gentleman who welcomed us at church and then was a co-volunteer in several things there - always sharing a story and laugh - making us quickly feel like we belonged ... and miss him and many other since our job relocation took us from there. Steve was a blessed man with family and friends and know he will always be in many hearts and treasured always! Thanking him too for his service (being the parents of an Army member we know how much that means!) ... prayers and thoughts! Lynne & Kevin Anstee
Anjy Sparkman
October 3, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. K. My thoughts are with you and your family during this time.
Michael Zabrucky
October 2, 2016
To Family of Stephen Keninitz, I would like to offer my heartfelt sympathy to you and thank you for allowing me the pleasure of knowing your Husband Stephen. I had the pleasure of serving with Him as an usher at St.Peters. I will miss Stephen very MUCH as a friend. Mike Zabrucky
Gretchen White - Staley
October 1, 2016
Carol, Kevin, Scott and Steph I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss! Please know your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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Laura Bush
September 28, 2016
Carol, so sorry to hear about Steve. My prayers are with you now.
Laura Bush
September 28, 2016
My Thoughts and Prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I'll always remember 'Jiddy' with a smile on my face, as he brought joy to many.
My Deepest Condolences,
Lorna
September 28, 2016
Dearest Carol, My deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband. Nice, nice man. I have fond memories of him and you during my years at FMH. Love, Donna Ecker
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9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Hartzler Funeral Home - Libertytown Location - Frederick11802 Liberty Road, Frederick, MD 21701
Sep
30
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church of Libertytown
9201 Church St., Union Bridge, MD
Sep
30
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St. Peter's Cemetery
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