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Philip James Kenney

1928 - 2016

Philip James Kenney obituary, 1928-2016, Boscawen, NH

BORN

1928

DIED

2016

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Philip Kenney Obituary

BOSCAWEN – Philip James Kenney, 88, of Boscawen, passed away at Concord Hospital Sunday, June 26, 2016, surrounded by his family.  Born on Jan. 28, 1928, in Concord, Philip graduated from Penacook High School in 1946 and graduated from the State Trade School in Manchester, with a degree in Auto Mechanics.  He served in the U.S. Army in Kobe, Japan from 1946-1947.  He was a member of the VFW and the American Legion.  Philip established Kenney's Garage with his brothers in 1946.  It was later known as Kenney's Garage and Auto Body and was managed and operated by Philip and his sons.  Philip worked as a mechanic for 62 years before retiring in 2009.  He was a member of the Boscawen Fire Department from 1955-1972, retiring as Deputy Chief.  He loved traveling, hunting, fishing, family gatherings and vacationing at Wells Beach, Maine and in Florida. 

Philip was predeceased by his parents, Francis S. and Florence B. Kenney; brother, Edward A. Kenney and wife, Vivian; sister, Barbara M. Young and husband, Barry; brother-in-laws, Richard S. Young Sr. and John J. Connor; daughter, Susan M. Kenney and grandson, David A. Kenney Jr.

Members of his family include his wife of 47 years, Mary Ellen (Carlson) Kenney. Philip was a loving father to his children, Gary P. Kenney and wife, Jill; Leigh Ann Housum and husband, Steven; David A. Kenney and friend, Ginny Martin; Michael W. Fisher and wife, Sally; Karen M. Bailey and husband, Dix; brother, Harold F. Kenney and his wife, Henrietta; sisters, Carol A. Young and Sarah R. Connor and friend, Larry Mickelboro.  He will also be greatly missed by his 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews.   

Calling hours will be held Friday, July 1, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Bennett Funeral Home 209 N. Main St. Concord.  

A graveside service will take place on Saturday, July 2, at 11 a.m. at Pine Grove Cemetery on Corn Hill Road in Boscawen. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Boscawen Fire Department Ladies' Auxiliary c/o 200 Water Street Boscawen, NH 03303, or to a charity of one's choice.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Bennett Funeral Home of Concord. Messages of condolence may be offered at www.bennettfuneral.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Concord Monitor on Jun. 29, 2016.

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July 8, 2016

RIP

July 6, 2016

Dave and Gary,
Sorry about your loss. Your Father was always kind and courteous to me when I made my weekly visits to your place of business. I always respected his work ethics and the manner in which he approached his customers.

My condolences to you and your Family.

Bob Bean

July 5, 2016

Mary Ellen and family, I'm so sorry to hear of Philips passing. My prayers are with you. In sympathy, Deb Merrill

Karen Widmer

July 2, 2016

Maryellen:
I am so sorry I was unable to attend the service for your dear husband Phil. Please extend my condolences to all your family. Please take care of yourself, all my love.

Karen Widmer

July 2, 2016

Maryellen:
I am so sorry I was unable to attend Phil"s services and for your loss. It's been so long since we last saw one another but I so enjoyed the times you and I would go to lunch with Bobbi. Please take care of yourself and express my condolences to your family.

Karen Widmer

Linda Figari

July 1, 2016

Dear Maryellen and family, sending prayers and thoughts to you during this difficult time.

Cynthia Perry

July 1, 2016

May cherished memories bring you moments of comfort...

Blessings,
Cindy Perry & Family

Peg Flint

June 30, 2016

Maryellen and Family - So sorry to read about Phil's passing. May your memories always put a smile on your face, even in the saddest of times.

Jim Bottomley

June 30, 2016

My sincere sympathy to MaryEllen, Carol, David, Gary and the rest of the family.

John Shea

June 30, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. May the many wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy.
John Shea & Family

June 30, 2016

Carol (Young) Bialik, Martha, Audrey and Sarah send their love and condolences.

Judy (Bean) Johnston

June 30, 2016

Mary Ellen and Family. Thinking of you at this time.

June 30, 2016

We are very sorry for your loss. May the many wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.

Sincerely,
John Shean & Family

Pamela Corneau

June 30, 2016

I first met Phil when I worked with Mary Ellen at Blue Cross Blue Shield. Later on he became our mechanic for many many years. We enjoyed talking with him about his trips and fishing while he worked on our cars. My prayers go out to Mary Ellen and all of her family.

Linda Williams

June 30, 2016

so sorry for your loss

Donna St Jacques

June 30, 2016

So sorry for your loss.. prayers to you and your family

joe dawson

June 29, 2016

rip phil

June 29, 2016

Sorry for your loss.

John & Donna Supry

June 29, 2016

RIP Phil

Shirley Lindstrom

June 29, 2016

Sorry, to hear about Philip. My love and prays are with you.

Jean Fiske

June 29, 2016

Very sorry to hear of your loss. He will be missed by the clients and staff of TLC. Prayers for Mary Ellen and family.

Kathy Paradis Payeur (Hardy)

June 29, 2016

Phil Kenney was like a, "Household name," in mine, and I am sure many people feel the same way. Phil will be missed by many. Phil came to my rescue many a time. One day he was in his truck to leave for the day, ready to pull out, but instead he put it in park as he saw me stopped just making it, there in his review mirror. He got out to see what was wrong. It ended up being a simple quick fix, but most would pretend they didn't see someone in an instances like that. Not Phil! My prayers go out to Phil's Family and Friends, and may this hardworking man RIP. Kathy Pardis Payeur (Hardy)

David Batchelder

June 29, 2016

I am very sorry to learn of the passing of my good friend -- He was a hard working --hard playing good guy--He will be missed--God bless you all

June 29, 2016

A great man.....Our thoughts and prayers are with all family members. He will be remembered by all . Bob Holmes

Francis and Marlene Sheehan

June 29, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dot Sweatt

June 29, 2016

I am so very Sad to hear the news of Phil passing. I thought the world of him. Loved seeing him & Mary Ellen at Dunkins. Phil was always there with a hello and in years passed many time did a fast fix on my old un-taken care of cars at NO charge. I will miss him a great deal. Until we meet again Phil,RIP

Bob and Sharon Bradford

June 29, 2016

so sorry to hear of Phils passing have known the Kenney family for many years when i worked for Harold and Hook at Kenney fuel their was many great friday nights after work at Kenneys garage bless you Mary Ellen and all Kenniy family allways Bob and Sharon Bradford

June 29, 2016

I love Philip and was privileged to call him family and friend. He will be greatly missed. Susan Kilmister

June 28, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Kenney Family'. Phil was a nice guy with a good family. Sorry to hear of the family's lose. The Moody Family

Dona Hoar

June 28, 2016

Please accept my sympathy on the loss of Phil. He will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Cindy (Fontaine) Lacroix

June 28, 2016

To the Kenney Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have not been close in many years but have some great memories from the "old days". You are all truly blessed to be able to call Philip family &/or friend.

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