Mary Oldham Obituary
Mary, the daughter of the late William Kennedy and Edna Thurston Kennedy, was born on September 8, 1936, in Todd County, KY.
Mary was a member of Phillips Chapel CME of Elkton, KY where she served as a missionary and Stewardess. She retired from Fort Campbell where she was employed for over 30 years in the dietary department, she then became a private sitter.
Mary was a loving mother, she enjoyed skating, feeding animals, gardening, cooking, and flowers. She was a member of the TOPS club.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her siblings William Kennedy Jr., and Gwendolyn McCain.
Survivors include children, Pastor Gary (Sheila) Oldham and Donna (Pastor Phillip) Washington; siblings, Michael Kennedy, Doris Kennedy, Marceline Johnson, and Sheryl (Donald) Shanklin; Seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.
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Victor Leavell
March 10, 2026
My name is Victor Leavell. Mary is my father`s (Maceo Leavell) first cousin so that makes Mary my second cousin. I do regret not reaching out to her however I did run into her several times during the course of my young life. I just want you to know that I am praying for the family and want to share my condolences. Much Love for the Thurston/Kennedy/Oldham
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