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Robert Kennedy Obituary

KENNEDY, Robert

Eugene "Rob"

55, of Springfield, passed away February 4, 2022, in Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was born March 21, 1966, in Springfield, the son of Marvin G. and Martha (Cooke)

Kennedy. Rob enjoyed the

Cincinnati Bengals, The Ohio State Buckeyes, cars (especially his Camaro), lifting weights and working out. He was a graduate of Kenton Ridge High School class of 1984 and a graduate of Clark State's Criminal Justice Studies class of 1987. Rob was employed at Topre America. Survivors include his

loving wife; Joyce (Thornburg) Kennedy, his father; Marvin Kennedy, four children; Ashleigh Kennedy, Jacob Kennedy, Kaitlyn Kennedy and Abigail Kennedy, a stepdaughter; Kaleigh Cummins, three grandchildren; Ellie, Emmie and Bodhi, nieces and nephews; Jennifer, Jami, Danielle and Tyler and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother; Martha Kennedy and a brother; Jerry Kennedy. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Wednesday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Graveside services will be held at 11:00AM Thursday in New Carlisle Cemetery with Pastor Rick Clos officiating. Burial will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com.

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Published by Springfield News Sun from Feb. 6 to Feb. 8, 2022.

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American Heart Association

February 8, 2022

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Chuck Patterson

February 6, 2022

Rob was one of the very few people from the Sheriff's office that I will remember always, with great friendship. I was always humbled when he came to "Sarge" with questions and helpful comments. Will miss you Rob.

Marva Davis Boswell

February 6, 2022

Dearest Joyce, I am heartbroken for you! There are no words to express how I feel for you during the unexpected passing of your husband...prayers to you and your family!!!

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Memorial Events
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Feb

9

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Jones Kenney Zechman Funeral Home - Springfield

1002 East High Street, Springfield, OH 45505

Feb

10

Graveside service

11:00 a.m.

New Carlisle Cemetery

OH

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1002 East High Street, Springfield, OH 45505

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