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John Holliday Kennett Jr.

Roanoke, Virginia

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John (Jack) Holliday Kennett, Jr., 77, noted Roanoke attorney, passed away early Tuesday morning, July 11, 2006. Born in Atlanta, June 28, 1929, he was preceded in death by his parents, John and Alice Kennett, and a sister, Archer K. Kennedy. Surviving are his wife of forty years, Barbara;...

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Barbara & Family
Again we are sorry for your loss, we, too, know what a vacancy it can be, but memories are there forever. Sincerely, Patty Moore Eitel - Youngest sister of Jesse (Bob) Moore.

I WAS VERY SADDEN TO HEAR OF MR. KENNETTS DEATH. HE WAS THE MOST BRILLIANT LAWYER I'VE EVER KNOWN. HE HAD THE UTTERMOST PROFESSIONAL
AND SKILLFUL KNOWLEDGE IN THE LEGAL FIELD. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY AT THIS TIME OF LOSS.
SINCERELY,

Jack Kennett was my lawyer and I feel a friend for almost 40 years. He represented me many times on matters of family law and I can honestly say never once lost a case for me. He was a person who seemed to really care about his clients and was always available to discuss my cases with me. It didn't matter whether it was in his office and I just showed up without an appointment or on the phone after he had gone home at the end of a long day. He was always there for me. I am truly saddened to...

You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in knowing that others care.

Jack served his clients and the courts of the Commonwealth with dignity and grace. He was a powerful advocate for the poor and downtrodden, often taking difficult and unpopular cases. In more than 20 years, I never heard him say a cross word about anyone. He will be sorely missed. Salute, Jack.

Thinking of you all, in this very difficult time. Cherish the memories you have made. Love never dies, it lasts forever!

I was saddened to learn of Mr. Kennett's death. Not long ago, I watched him in the courtroom where he was well prepared and was passionate about representing his client. A short time before that, he had been receiving treatments for his cancer and was not well, however, he represented his client professionally and skillful. I will miss working with a gracious and elegant man. (Norce Lowe, Judge Swanson's secretary)

Mr. Kennett was a brilliant lawyer and provided all of his clients with the best legal representation they could possible have. He was the "old school lawyer." He was always in court on time, totally prepared for his case at hand, and represented his clients with passion and professionalism. Mr. Kennett will be greatly missed in the legal community, but certainly not forgotten.