Matthew Anthony Kenny

Matthew (Matt) Anthony Kenny passed away peacefully on July 24, 2024, surrounded by his family in Beverly, MA. He was born to Bridget Mary and Matthew Francis Kenny in New York City on March 18, 1953. Matt was an Irish baby (born the day after St. Patrick's Day, much to his Mother's dismay) and loved his heritage.

Although born in New York City, his family spent the majority of their time in Tenafly, NJ. As a student at both Our Lady of Mount Carmel School and Tenafly High School (1971 graduate), Matt made many lifelong friends. He eventually moved with his family to Kissimmee, FL in 1993. He grew to love Florida as much as New Jersey, but still relished coming home to see his family and to attend high school reunions.

Matt was a bartender for over 45 years and loved every minute he spent behind the bar. Whether he was crafting new cocktails or making new friends, Matt truly enjoyed his work. He worked at many restaurants and bars throughout the country, among them Fiddleheads in Closter, NJ, Walt Disney World Resort and The Palm Restaurant in Orlando, FL and many more. He also won awards for his bartending skills and cocktails from Bartender Magazine and was inducted into the Bartender Hall of Fame in 1993.

When not at work, Matt could be found listening to classic rock, golfing, or cheering on the Yankees and the Giants.

As everyone can attest to, Matt had the gift of gab. He was the life of every party and could always make you laugh. He was ever willing to buy you a drink and chat for hours.

Above all else, Matt was proud of his family. He brightened the lives of everyone he met and he will be deeply missed by those close to him.

Beloved father of Brittany Kenny Gomes and her husband George, Mariah Kenny, and Andrew Zwernemann and his wife Ivette. Loving grandfather (Baba) to Charlotte Gomes and Raquel and Andrew Zwernemann. Devoted brother to Marguerite Usher and Kathleen Neville and her husband John. Other loving family members include: Mitzi, Geoff, Sawyer, and Ava LaBarge, Melissa McIver, Brianna, Alex, Zoey and Logan Chia, and Brendan, Annie and Walker Neville. Matt was a legend to his family and his many friends. He was one of a kind.

A Celebration of Life will be held on August 10, 2024 from 4:00-7:00 at Tommy Fox's Public House in Bergenfield, NJ. In lieu of flowers, please consider having a toast and saying "Cheers" in Matt's honor.