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John Kenney Obituary
New Paltz - John Matthew Kenney, age 54, formally of Brooklyn, was called home to the Lord on November 6, 2019. John was the son of Margret and the late Edmund Kenney. John is survived by his family; John, Deirdre, Michael, Brian, and Siobhan.
John attended Nazareth Regional High School, where he was a scholar athlete. While John participated in several sports, it was his role as quarterback during the inception of Nazareth's football program, for which he was most recognized.
John went on to study finance at St. Francis College (N.Y). While attending college, he worked for the Bank of New York.
John proudly served our country in the United States Navy. He was stationed on the USS Boone FFG28 as a TM3 (Torpedoman Mate 3rd class) having been honored with numerous medals. John's tour of duty included details in the Mediterranean and Persian Gulf.
Following his military service, John began a career with the Department of Treasury. He dedicated 29 years of service to the government as a Revenue Officer and a Property and Appraisal Liquidation Specialist. It was during this time that John and his family relocated to New Paltz. John was an active member of recreational sports and St. Joseph Church. He took pride in helping to revive the CYO basketball program at St. Joseph. John was a member of the Knights of Columbus and enjoyed volunteering at St Joseph's Festa.
In addition, John is survived by Gail and Kevin Foley, Edmund Kenney, Barbara and Thomas Lind, Thomas and Cathy Kenney, beloved nieces and nephews, and life long "brothers" Mike, Kevin, Dave, Dean, and Dwayne.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 12th, 10:00 am at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 95 Mill St. Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.
Burial will take place at the Gerald B.H Solomon, Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Rd. Schuylerville, NY 12871-1712.
Arrangements are under the guidance of the Michael Torsone Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., 218 Mill St. Poughkeepsie, NY 12601.
For directions or to send the family an online condolence or sympathy card, please visit our website at www.torsonememorial.com
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W Charlton
November 15, 2019
Rest well my friend. It was great working with you the past several years. Lots of laughs and you were a man of true integrity. Your love of your family was very evident. I am remembering them in my prayers.
LAURA GILL
November 13, 2019
REST IN PEACE JOHN! IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS, LOVE, LAURA & CHIP GILL AND FAMILY
Cain Family
November 12, 2019
We are so sorry for you all, RIP John no more suffering. Love to the Kenney family.
Theresa, Randy & Skyler Cain
Gail Cohen
November 11, 2019
Dear Siobhan,
I am so saddened by the loss of your husband. I am sending you and your family my condolences.
Gail Cohen
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Joe Billesbach
November 11, 2019
Adding photo of John in his element on the ship. We had alot of fun.
Love you John (your IRS family)
Tiana Albano
November 10, 2019
Rest well my friend . We are really going to miss you ..
Love always
T
William & Nancy Continelli (Barbour)
November 10, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joseph Billesbach
November 9, 2019
God speed Hammer. Billybob. USS Boone.
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