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Michael Kenney Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 20, 2024.

Michael Clark Kenney, age 88, of Ponte Vedra Beach,Fl passed away on October 10, 2023, in Jacksonville, Florida. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri and his professional life took him to many cities, settling in Florida many years ago.

Michael was a generous man who was loved by many. He dedicated his time and resources to supporting youth through volunteer work and financial contributions. His involvement in various boards will always be remembered, aimed at bettering the community and the state of Florida. Michael was also known for his storytelling and sense of humor, always putting others first with a loving spirit and fantastic sense of humor.

Michael served as Florida 4-H Foundation President for many years, he received the University of Florida /IFAS President's Achievement Award, he was inducted into the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame, Chair of the Florida Agriculture Museum (appointed by Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam) and served for many years on the Board of The Florida Theatre. He was a Paul Harris Fellow (Rotary International), was a proud (commissioned) Kentucky Colonel, and served on The Leadership Jacksonville Board for many years.

He is survived by his wife Tracey Kenney, his son Chris Kenney (Charlotte), his son Aaron Badz (Carly), his daughter Morgan Badz, and his faithful fur children Gryffin and Duncan. He was preceded in death by his parents Frances Tucker Kenney and Harry Wilmot Kenney.

Michael attended Southwest High School in Kansas City, Kansas, and furthered his education at the University of Kansas.

Throughout his career, Michael worked at Armco Steel (Kansas City), American Seal and Pump (Jacksonville Fl), Ship Supply (Jacksonville, Fl), EF Hutton, Shearson Lehman, Merrill Lynch, and Wells Fargo Advisors ( Jacksonville Fl).

Michael's hobbies included travel, music, golf, NASCAR, and cheering on Kansas football and basketball.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on March 3, 2024, at 4pm at The King and Bear clubhouse, World Golf Village, St. Augustine, Florida.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Duval County 4-H, Florida Theatre, Florida Agriculture Museum, and The Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels.

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March 3, 2024

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February 28, 2024

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February 23, 2024

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Barry J. Fuller

March 3, 2024

Michael won the game of life. He was a kind, generous, giving man with a quick wit who always had a kind word-I don't think I ever saw him angry, not even when he ran out of vodka!! Rest well, Michael, and know that you succeeded. We will miss you. And Tracey, what wonderful memories you have to keep you warm and make you laugh! Live the remainder of your life as Michael would desire-live fully and well, with abundant love...

Bernie & Georgeanne Chastain

February 28, 2024

We had good times at the Preakness Horse Races. One year our bus broke down and our driver got out of the bus and walked away. We were standing on the side of a busy road and Tracey started calling to get us help. Michael said don´t worry Tracey will get someone and she did. We laughed about it later, but we were all a bit scared a crazy driver would hit us. Didn´t know Michael for a long time but from the first day we met him we thought what a gentleman.
Bernie & Georgeanne

Lacey K Homan

February 23, 2024

This past Monday, in the stands at Daytona, several of us shared memories of races we watched with Michael over the decades. He always had a great attitude and was a fun fan to share the experience with. He is missed.

Tim Homan, Kevin Homan, Larry Collins, Sam Harris and Lacey Homan

Gary Weaver

February 21, 2024

Michael always greeted me with a smile and a compliment. He had a way of making you feel like his best friend.

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Irene Lazzara

February 20, 2024

First of all, I had no idea Michael was now 88. When I learned that he passed away, I actually thought, oh no...too young. I haven´t seen him for some years but I always saw him as a person with an exuberant presence and a real zest for life. We served on the board of The Florida Theatre together and it was obvious it was a labor of love for Michael. He and his wife, Tracy, attended many concerts over the years and you could tell they really enjoyed live music. I know he will be missed by his friends and family but as they well know, he was a guy that made a difference.

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