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Kenneth Lemelle Obituary
Kenneth "Kenny" was born in November 1948 in Los Angeles to George Lemelle Jr. and Lorraine Lemelle.
Kenny served in the U.S. Army and was a Vietnam veteran. He returned to Southern California and went to work for The Gas Company, where he worked for 35 years, until his retirement in 2006.
In 1991, he met the love of his life, Monica, at a Monday Night Football party. They married in 1993 and son, Nicholas, came along in 1999. They loved to travel and visited many wonderful and exotic places, as a couple and as a family.
Kenny was a kind and giving person who loved sending time with his family and adored playing with his son, Nick. He will be remembered for his great sense of humor, love of dancing, playing the drums (congas), and listening to all types of muisc, especially Cuban and Jazz.
He was an avid bass fisherman, and since his retirement, had more time for his favorite sport and participated in tournaments throughout the Central Coast area. He was well known and respected by his fellow fishermen, who will miss his passion for the sport and easy going style.
Kenny is survived and will be greatly missed by his wife, Monica Lemelle; daughter, Keri Lemelle, son, Nicholas Lemelle; mother, Lorraine Lemelle; brother, George Lemelle III; aunt, Estelle Malancon; brother-in-law Richard (Francis) Rodriguez; sister-in-law, Rosie Molnar and her husband, Ron; sister-in-law, Martha Reyes and her husband, Bobby; sister-in-law, Tammy Ontiveros and her husband Robert; and sister-in-law Adriana Macias and her fiancé Kent Simmons; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, George "Jackrabbit" Lemelle Jr.; aunt, Elaine Powers; brother-in-law, Juan Carlos Marban; and sister-in-law, Evelyn Lemelle.
Visitation will be held from 4 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008, with a recitation of the rosary at 7 p.m. at the Garcia Mortuary Chapel, 629 So. A St. in Oxnard.
The Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 10, 2008, at Santa Clara Church in Oxnard, with interment to follow at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park in Ventura.
Garcia Mortuary
486-9148
Oxnard, Calif.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Lemelle
Sponsored by Monica Lemelle.
November 13, 2018
May God reward your kindness Ken Lemelle! May your family be blessed as they keep your memory alive!
I shall always reflect on wonderful times at 36th Street Base!
Brenda Lemelle-Brown
May 4, 2012
To The Family of Kenny Lemelle I am very sorry for your lost. May God bless you and your family always
Adriana Simmons
June 2, 2011
Monica, so sorry that we all lost Kenny. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Virgie Juarez
October 21, 2008
Monica and Family
Sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Deb Miller
October 20, 2008
You are in my prayers, the Lord is a solid rock you can depend on right now and His eye is on you and your son.
Wendy White
October 17, 2008
Monica,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your son are in my thoughts and heart. I wish you peace and comfort in this difficult time.
Carolyn Robison
October 16, 2008
Monica:
I'm so sorry. You are in my heart and prayers. I miss your wonderful smile and hope that your family takes wonderful care of you at this time.
Teresita Madani
October 14, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Lynda Lindsay
October 14, 2008
Monica,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I have been in your shoes and it will get easier with time. God Bless and please be sure and take care of yourself.
Janice DiCroce
October 13, 2008
Dear Monica and Family: I want to express my heart-felt loss for you all and particularly for you, Monica, and your son. I pray GOD gives you the strength and courage to acccept such a terrible loss and that HE will grant you peace.
Jim De Alba
October 12, 2008
Monica - My deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Nick at this very difficult time. Please let me know if I can help in any way.
Cathy Vierra
October 10, 2008
Monica and Nick:
You know when I met Kenny, and it was not at the best of times. I would love to get together and talk about him and see photographs of him. I would also love to take Nick fishing, he would have a great time. I think of you often, please hang in there, and remember we all love you and Nick and take care of "each other."
Sharon Hunt
October 10, 2008
Monica - I just heard about your loss. Know that I will keep you and Nicholas in my thoughts and prayers. I send Love to you my kind, loving and beautiful friend.
Darryn Gatto
October 9, 2008
Monica, Nicholas, and family:
My heart goes out to you in your loss. I pray you have the strength to get through this with the help of GOD and your friends and family. Bless you.
Richard Lichtenfels
October 9, 2008
Dear Monica and Nick,
I am so very sorry. God's promise is that we will be reunited in heaven with our loved ones. Meanwhile, rely on your friends and heavenly father for comfort during this very hard time. Thoughts and prayers coming your way.
Rich
Anne Liese Barragan (Sandoval)
October 9, 2008
Monica and family, I am sorry to learn of your loss. Undoubtedly, your family and you are suffering greatly. I hope you can find comfort in knowing that the Bible promises the following: "The hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear [Jesus'] voice and come out." (John 5:28, 29) "There is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous. (Acts 24:15). May you also find solace with wonderful memories of joyful times together. You will be in my prayers.
Sonja Thompson
October 9, 2008
Monica, my dear friend.....my heart is with you and your family.. I know Kenny was the best husband and father anyone could have. I sincerely miss you so much. Kenny will always be your rock..as you will be for Nick...
Richard Rodriguez
October 9, 2008
Monica, times are very hard for all of us at this time, but be happy for Kenny knowing that when he gets to the gates of heaven with the big smile he had God was there to welcome him with open arms. We will miss his smile, strength and wisdom. Our love and prayers to you and Nick
Rita Torres
October 8, 2008
Monica and Nick,
I just heard the news and I am so sorry. I always think about you and pray that you are well. If there is anything at all I can do to help you and your family please let me know.
Love you, Rita
Tammy, Robert & Lil Robert Ontiveros
October 8, 2008
Monica & Nick
Kenny was the BEST brother-in-law anybody could had ask for he was always a happy go lucky person.. always had a natural big smile he will be missed immensely. We'll keep you in our heart and prayers. We love you both
Tammy & Robert Ontiveros
October 8, 2008
Kenny, my Brother-in-law and that I say with honor. You will always have a big part in my heart & Thank you Kenny for all you've done for me and my kids.. we are going to miss you greatly our family will never be the same. I love you Kenny Wayne
Sam & Veronica Molnar
October 8, 2008
Uncle Kenny,
RIP until we meet again, (& go fishing). We miss you, we'll look out for Nick & Aunt Monica for you.
Sam & Veronica
Rosie Moreno-Molnar
October 8, 2008
Monica & Nick
Stay strong for each other, we will all miss Kenny greatly especially that big smile he always had when he greated anyone. We'll keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
We Love You Both,
Rosie, Ron, Sam & Veronica
Tracy Albano
October 8, 2008
Monica, please accept my heart-felt sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dion Andres
October 8, 2008
Monica, my deepest sympathy. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Please stay strong and take care.
Lizbeth Hernandez
October 8, 2008
Monica,
My deepest and most sincerest thoughts to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss, please do not hesitate to give me a call if you should need anything at all, or to just talk. Take care and please know that you and your family have my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Cuidate mucho.
Irene Vega
October 8, 2008
Monica, I just found out today about Kenny. I am sorry that you have lost such a wonderful friend, husband and father of your son Nick. If my schedule had allowed, I would have been there this Friday to stand along side you with other friends.
You have been so strong and brave throughout this entire ordeal. Your courage has been an inspiration to me.
Kenny was a lucky man to have had you in his life and I am sure he felt loved and supported. May God continue to bless and care for you and your family through this difficult time. Love, Irene
MARY RIOS
October 8, 2008
MONICA,
I WAS SHOCKED TO HEAR THE SAD NEWS. I AM SO SORRY. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. YOU KNOW I AM HERE FOR YOU, IF YOU NEED TO TALK OR IF I CAN HELP IN ANYWAY.
Cindy Collins
October 8, 2008
Monica, you have been in my thoughts these past weeks. You have been loved and blessed from those around you.
Michelle Shoresman
October 8, 2008
Monica,
I am so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you. Know that we all care about you in this rough time. Take care of yourself!
Carmen Loredo
October 8, 2008
Monica and Family
Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. I was sorry to hear of Kenn's passing. If I can help you in any way PLEASE let me know.
Maria E. Acosta
October 8, 2008
With deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow. May your memories bring you comfort. My heart goes out to you.
Paul Hillery
October 8, 2008
Monica and Family
My Family and I offer our sympathy and thoughts for you during this trying time. Hang in there, OK?
Mary Cahill
October 8, 2008
Monica, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I can only imagine how difficult this must be for you. I will keep you and your son in my prayers. Please know that your friends in San Diego care about you and are here for you.
Martha Reyes
October 8, 2008
Dear Sis and Nick -
Kenny you were the greatest! You were always so kind and we will never forget your smile:) We love you and miss you very much!
Love Martha, Bobby, Krista and Vanessa
Irma Sandoval
October 8, 2008
Monica,
I was shocked when I read the news and words cannot express my deepest sympathy for you, for Nick and the entire family. My prayers go out to you. Stay strong and know that you will always have a special place in my heart.
Adele Realista
October 8, 2008
Monica,
I learned the very sad news today. I am so sorry that I did not even get the chance to see him and you during your difficult times. I will pray that he may rest in peace with the Lord and that you may be comforted knowing that he is with Him. He was a good man, a good husband and a father and he will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathy to you and your family.
selena ortega
October 8, 2008
Monica, Adrian, Amber,
I'm so sorry for your loss as you know I to just lost a loved one a few weeks ago my heart feels your pain. you all will be in my prayers.
Corina Cherry
October 8, 2008
Monica & Family
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your husband Kenneth. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Corina Cherry & Family
Christine Soto(Navarro)
October 8, 2008
Monica,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please know that I am here for you if you need anything at all.
Roy Alonzo
October 8, 2008
Monica,
Im sorry to hear that you lost the love of your life. I was glad to have known Kenny he always brought smiles to all. I know he will get together with Celica Cruz and Tito puente and play percussion as he loved to do.God bless you and Nick.
Roy Alonzo
October 8, 2008
Monica,
I am sorry to hear you lost the love of your life. I was glad to have known Kenny. Im sure he will get together with Tito puente and play for all of us to hear. God bless you and Nick.
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