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Kenneth "Ken" Kennedy

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Manning, South Carolina

Kenneth Kennedy Obituary

Kenneth "Ken" Kennedy GREELEYVILLE - Kenneth Kennedy was one of Williamsburg County's most respected and accomplished native sons. Kenneth "Ken" Kennedy was born September 15, 1942, in Greeleyville, SC, a son of the late Ben and Susie Mae Whack Kennedy. He received his formal education in the public schools of Williamsburg County and graduated from Williamsburg County Training School (C.E. Murray High), Greeleyville, SC, and attended Benedict College, Columbia. Ken had a highly successful career as an independent businessman and entrepreneur. During this time of entrepreneurial development, Ken found the time to enter the world of politics. He served on the Williamsburg County Council for seven years before joining the South Carolina General Assembly as the Representative of District 101 for twenty years. He also served tirelessly as a community leader. Ken departed this life at his residence on Sunday, May 17, 2015. Survivors are: his loving wife of 52 years Doris Mae; three loving children: Manuel (Monica) of Greeleyville, SC, Kimberly (Jessie) of Sacramento, CA, Kathy (Stefan) of Levittown, PA; six grandchildren, Brittany, Nicole, Jessie III, N'Dea, Kenneth and Ben; one great-granddaughter, Kamora (affectionately known as Moo Moo); three sisters, Louise (Glen) of Chicago, IL, Castina of Washington, DC, Ernestine (Lincoln) of Sumter, SC; three brothers, Karel of Santee, SC, Glen (Cynthia) of Greeleyville, SC, Deon (Valerie) of Columbia, SC. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ben and Susie Mae Whack Kennedy C.E. Murray High scholarship Fund. The celebratory service for Mr. Kennedy will be held 11:00a.m.M Wednesday, May 20, 2015, at Trinity Missionary Baptist Church, Greeleyville, SC, with Rev. Victor Scott, pastor, presiding, and the Rev. Richard Addison, as eulogist. Burial will follow in Whack Cemetery, Greeleyville, SC. Family is receiving friends at his residence, 140 Society St., Greeleyville, SC. These services have been entrusted to Samuels Funeral Home, LLC, Manning, SC.

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Published by The State on May 19, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Kennedy

21 Entries

Ed Ravenel

June 13, 2015

Glen,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Ken. You spoke of him so much, it made me feel that I knew him personally. I hope and pray that you and your family know that he is with the Lord in heaven because of the person he was here on earth. God Bless You and the entire Kennedy family. God's Speed....

Robert Watkins

June 2, 2015

Ms.Doris I am saddened to learn of the passing of an inspirational accomplished Man My Condolences go out to you and your Family. I learned of this today.

Linda Johnson

May 25, 2015

Glen, we are praying for all of you that God's grace will help you all cope during this sad time of such a great loss. The memories and love for your brother will always live in the hearts of his family and friends.
Take good care,

Linda R. Johnson

Deloris Cruz

May 24, 2015

Dear Doris and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am praying for you.

Stacey Adger

May 22, 2015

Mrs. Kennedy and Family, I was so deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my extended family member. I met him when he came to check on my Grandmother and Aunts during a swing through Youngstown, Ohio in the 1990s. They were so extremely proud of him! I followed his career and noted his recent retirement. I spoke to him a year or two ago when I was doing genealogical research on our families. I had hoped to see him again and to finally meet some of you all in July when I come to town. Please accept the condolences, thoughts, prayers and love of those in your Ohio family at this time and in the days to come.

May 22, 2015

I was so sadden to hear that Kenneth "Ken" had made his transition. We loved him dear in Williamsburg County. He never met a stranger. Love is sent from Kings Mountain, NC from Bishop Victoria Green Mazyck-Felder.

Rufus Williams

May 21, 2015

Mrs. Kennedy, your husband was a Mighty Man to all of the young black males growing up in Greeleyville during the eighties. May God continue to smile on you and your family.

Ruby Sippio-Henryhand

May 20, 2015

With deepest sympathy. May you find comfort and peace.

edie bonfanti

May 20, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

May 20, 2015

Leroy "Foots" Robinson my condolences to the Kennedy Family. Take care Glenn.

Jacqueline Woods-East

May 20, 2015

Dear Kennedy Family,
I want to offer my condolences to your family. I pray that God will swiftly heal your hearts of the hurt you feel right and fill your hearts and minds with wonderful memories.

Gene Grant

May 20, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Jerry Edwards

May 20, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Blondell Singleton

May 19, 2015

Doris I am praying for you and the family. Please know that God will see you through!!!

Carol

May 19, 2015

To my Uncle Kenneth: You are with the father in heaven Uncle and there you will always have peace, love, and happiness. To family: my condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Denise & Deborah Duncan

May 19, 2015

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints. Psalm 116:15.
Terri, Castina & Family; Denise and I extend our condolences & prayers to you all. Take comfort in knowing the God of all grace and mercy will heal your grief and comfort your hearts.

Jannie White-Brown

May 19, 2015

Sorry for your lost. Mrs. Doris, you and your family are in my prayers. Love ya'll. God bless!!!

Gwen Bynoe

May 19, 2015

Mrs. Kennedy and Family:
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your husband. His conversations about his family were endearing. He always expressed his deep love and concern for his entire family. He will always be remembered as a gentleman and a statesman.

Anderson Thomas

May 19, 2015

Ernestine sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. I know and understand that losing a love one is difficult. Just to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

May 19, 2015

Doris: You and your family are in our prayers. Our Dad, Deacon Samuel Gibson, absolutely adored you and Ken. Ken was like a son to him, and a big brother to Timmie and me. You have our love and support. Love, Gwen & Timmie.

Eugenia Matthews

May 19, 2015

Doris, Kathy, Glen, and family: It's been thirty years since I had the privilege of teaching at C.E.Murray High School. I know the love that Ken Kennedy had for his family and community, and I know his legacy will continue. God bless, and may you know His peace!

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