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Dr. Lawrence Kennedy Jr.

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Berry Funeral Home - Knoxville

3704 Chapman Highway

Knoxville, Tennessee

Lawrence Kennedy Obituary

Dr. Lawrence Kennedy, Jr.

Knoxville, TN

Dr. Lawrence T. Kennedy, Jr., age 84, of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord, Friday, March 11, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. He was a member of Southside Baptist Church. Dr. Kennedy proudly served his country, as Captain in the United States Air Force. He was a graduate of the University Of Tennessee Memphis School Of Dentistry. During his forty plus years as a Dentist, Dr. Kennedy made such contributions as Founding Member of the International Gnathalogical Society; was a member on the National Board of Dentistry; and was one of the first five Dentists certified in both United States and Canada. He also served on all National, State, and Local Dental Organizations.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Lawrence T. Kennedy, Sr. and Johnnie LaRue Kennedy; sons, Michael and Lawrence (Nick) Kennedy III; brother, Dewey Owens; and beloved brother-in-law, Jerry Bohanan. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of fourteen years, Marilyn Kennedy; children, Neill Kennedy and wife, Patricia, Phillip Kennedy, Jennie Kennedy Tate and husband, Al, Del Scruggs and wife, Marte, Luann Duren and husband, Jon, Jennifer Switzer and husband, Bryan; grandchildren, Caitlyn and Zachary Tate, Vade and Bryson Scruggs, Madison, Alden, and Emilee Duren, Ben and Luke Switzer; sister, Jane Bohanan; and several nieces and nephews.

Family will receive friends on Monday, March 14, 2016 from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the chapel of Berry Funeral Home with the memorial service to follow at 7:00 PM, Rev. Clarence Gresham and Rev. A. D. Baxter officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Alzheimers Tennessee, 5801 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919. Arrangements by Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Highway. Condolences may be offered at www.berryfuneralhome.com,

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel on Mar. 14, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence Kennedy

Sponsored by Evelyn Banda and Kenneth Stibolt.

16 Entries

Patti Myers-Denton

March 21, 2016

Marilyn (Babe), I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. I just now saw this today (03/21/2016). Praying for you dear cousin. Love, Patti Myers-Denton

March 15, 2016

I attended school with Nick, and only had
spoken to his father on two or so occasions. His demeanor was never guarded, and had a genuine smile.
I am sadden for your loss.

Respectfully,
Victor Dockery

Rusty Plowman

March 15, 2016

Neill,
Our thoughts and Prayers go out to you and your Family.

Konica Minolta

March 15, 2016

Dear Neill and family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care.

Your friends.

March 15, 2016

We are saddened to hear of Dr Kennedy's passing. My mother and I both had extensive dental work by him and were discussing him yesterday not knowing he had passed on Friday. The lord works in mysterious ways. He is a man with talents and gifts beyond his time. I met him in High School in the 70's and his dental work was impeccable. We will never forget his dog with the gold teeth! We pray for the comfort of the lord to all his family and beloved. We will surely remember him always!
Lovingly, Gay Burgess and daughter Revonna

Wendy Ironside

March 14, 2016

Dear Jennie, I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

March 14, 2016

Dear Marilyn, Jennie and family,
Uncle Tats will always be in my heart and memory. I will remember his kindness and beautiful smile. He will be missed and never forgotten.

You are in my thoughts and prayers. Much love, Laura Owens

G.W. "Joe" Bohanan

March 14, 2016

We'll miss you Uncle Lawrence .

March 14, 2016

Marilyn, we're so sorry to read about your loss. It's been many years since we've seen you but we still have such wonderful memories of you and your precious family. We love you Marilyn and we will be praying for you and your family.
Sharon and Jimmy McCoy

John & Millie Burton

March 14, 2016

Marilyn: Millie and I are deeply saddened to learn Lawrence passed. It seems so sudden since you moved over there. He lived a good and distinguished life and we wish him eternal happiness with his creator.

Katty Smith

March 14, 2016

Marilyn I know you are going to miss him dearly. But keep in mind ,you will see him someday. God is good. You are a strong girl. We all love you and I miss not seeing you. Love and a prayer. Katty smith

March 14, 2016

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of our neighbor. Our hearts and prayers to his family and Marilyn.
Mary and Bob Kollar

Andrew Morton

March 14, 2016

So sorry to read about your loss. Dr. Kennedy Sr.
was my dentist for many years when I lived in Knoxville and he took such good care of me. I also
knew Lawrence Jr. Who was a fine Doctor.
Sincerely, Andrew Morton

March 14, 2016

Sorry for your loss. We think of you often.

Gene & Martha Cannon

Susan Timisela

March 14, 2016

Dr. Kennedy was my orthodontist when I was a little girl. I remember how kind he was, how mindful he was with my care, and how patiently he answered all my little kid questions. My sincere sympathy to his family.

Evelyn Banda & Kenneth Stibolt

March 13, 2016

Lawrence and his "precious dog" were the first neighbors to welcome us to the community when we were fortunate enough to become neighbors. We regularly visited with he and his lovely bride, Marilyn, and together we enjoyed many beautiful sunsets. We extend our most heartfelt condolences to Marilyn and to your families. Our hearts and prayers are with you all. Please rest in peace knowing that we will be here for Marilyn and your family, who have our love, support, and heartfelt sympathy. Lawrence, you were a fun neighbor and good friend, and we will miss you greatly. Evelyn Banda and Kenneth Stibolt

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