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Richard Kenney Delanson - Richard Kenney, 88, of Delanson passed away peacefully on June 3. Richard was born in Oceanside, NY to John & Margaret Mary Kenney. He was the youngest of 4 brothers: John, George and Raymond.
He was a proud Navy Seabee, having served multiple tours in Vietnam, and could frequently be seen wearing his Seabee hat. After his Naval career, he joined the National Guard, and retired as a Master Sargent. Following his military career, he became a Boces carpentry teacher.
He spent his free time golfing, playing baseball/softball, rooting for the New York Yankees & UConn Huskies Women's Basketball team, and spending time with his beloved German Shepherds.
The true love of Richard's life was his wife Joyce (Wortmann), with whom he celebrated 66 beautiful years of marriage, being the ultimate family man.
They have 4 children: Linda (Don) Collins, Jean (Bob) Heikaus, Dennis (Valerie), and Patty (Dan) Derico, 7 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.
"CAN DO!"Richard E. Kenney

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Published by The Daily Gazette Co. from Jun. 8 to Jun. 9, 2024.

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Dwayne Rockenstyre

July 18, 2024

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Mr Kenney was an important piece of my life. I lost my dad when I got qa 7 and my mom when I was 16. I moved from Westerlo, NY to Schenectady,NY. Mr Kenney helped me get through a difficult time at 16 and 17 years old. He was a great teacher and mentor. Thank you for sharing him with me. RIP Mr Kenney. I always think of you and always will.

frank debiase

June 12, 2024

Mr Kenny was my shop teacher at Linton high back in 72-73. he was the greatest funniest teacher ever we all loved him. after 51 yrs i still remember his class being fun but learned a lot about carpentry. rest i peace sir

Stephanie Bloom

June 11, 2024

So sorry for your loss. May Richard rest in peace

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