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Spring Lake formerly of West Long Branch - Peter W. Kenny, of Spring Lake formerly of West Long Branch, died peacefully at home on Monday, Sept. 14th, after battling Alzheimer's and cancer. He was 74 years old. He was a proud husband, father, grandfather and Attorney.
Peter was born and raised in West Orange and attended St. Benedict's Prep. He graduated from Niagara University and received his Law Degree from Toledo University. Peter practiced law in Monmouth County over 50 years, where he served as the President of the Bar Association as well as the President of the Monmouth Bar Foundation for many years. He served as the Prosecutor in both Red Bank and Tinton Falls as well as the Public Defender for Asbury Park and Tinton Falls.
He was a member of the West Long Branch Borough Council, where he served as the Chairman of the Police Committee. Peter was a member of Borough Chemical and Truck Company #1, West Long Branch Fire Department. He was a parishioner of St. Jerome's RC Church.
His priority in life was his family. He cherished time with his grandchildren and loved bragging about each of them to anyone who would listen. He enjoyed making friends, once you became a friend of Peter, you were his friend for life. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed watching sports especially with his grandchildren.
Peter was predeceased by his parents, Isabelle and John Kenny; two brothers, John and Philip Kenny.
Surviving is his beautiful and loving wife of 52 years, Carole Uncher Kenny; their children, Patrick and his wife Kate Kenny, Wayne, Pa. and Karen and Michael Dettlinger, Brielle; his grandchildren, Molly, Annie, William, Lilah Grace and Jack.
Due to Covid19 restrictions, Peter's family will have a private funeral mass at St. Jerome's RC Church, West Long Branch. In lieu of traditional remembrances please consider honoring Peter by contributing to Butterfly Wishes, Homeside Hospice, 67 Walnut Avenue, Clark, NJ 07066. To share a favorite memory of Peter or send a message of condolence please visit Peter's page of tributes at www.woolleyboglioli.com.
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Donald Haneke
April 6, 2021
I have just learned about Peter's passing. I was his classmate at St Benedict's Class of 1963. He was a well-regarded lawyer and family man. My condolences to his family.
Drake Sintic
December 5, 2020
just heard of the passing of Peter ,My Sincere Condolences to the Family Peter was our long time Family attorney ..Just a great person..
St. Benedict's Preparatory School
October 15, 2020
The Monks of Newark Abbey together with the Alumni, the Students, and the Faculty and Staff of Saint Benedict's Preparatory School, wish to express their sympathy to the family of the late Peter W. Kenny ‘63, whose name has been added to the list of our extended family for whom we pray daily in the Abbey Church at Mass and the Divine Office.
Margaret Ramus
September 20, 2020
Peter was my first cousin. His father was my mother's oldest brother. I remember wonderful family gatherings with my brother, sister and me and Peter's two brothers and our respective parents.
My parents visited my husband, son and me in Colchester, Vermont after Carol and Peter's wedding in the summer of 1968.
May Peter's spirit and soul continue to be surrounded by love.
Sincerely,
Margaret and Bill Ramus
Paul J. Ritz, Esq.
September 19, 2020
Peter was a great neighbor & friend, client and colleague through my years living and working in West Long Branch. My condolences to Carole and all of his family.
Meryl & Mike Kirschner
September 17, 2020
We are sorry to learn of Pete's passing. He was a neighbor, a colleague, and a friend. Although we moved away more than 30 years ago, our memories of our times in WLB are strong and Pete and Carol are a big part of that. Rest in Peace Dear Friend.
Jack Kerr
September 16, 2020
I had the privilege of waiting on Pete and Carole for over 20 years at "What's Your Beef" restaurant. Pete was a man with charisma, class and "Old World Charm". A true honor to know the man.
Francis E. Delany Jr
September 16, 2020
A friend from St Benedicts and Niagara University. Pete is well remembered. Active and good natured at all times. Frank Delany
Lynn and Steve Leitner
September 16, 2020
We remember so many smiles and good times. Our love to Carole and the family.
Robert C. Blank
September 16, 2020
Peter was one of the first lawyers I met when I started practicing law in Monmouth County in 1973. He was an outstanding lawyer and a fine gentleman. He was always a role model for me as to “Civility in the Practice of Law.” Rest in peace!
Judge Thomas F. shebell Jr
September 16, 2020
May Peter Rest In Peace. He was an outstanding lawyer and public servant.
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