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John Kenyon, III Obituary
John served his country proudly retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserves and had served during the Korean War. After the service, he continued to help others as an educator and guidance counselor for the North Stonington School System until his retirement. Outside of work, he enjoyed spending his time out on the water lobstering for over 60 years. John (affectionately known as Bud) was an active man who loved summers with friends and family on the waters off of Watch Hill and Napatree Point along with winters skiing in Maine. Most importantly, he loved his family and his times spent with them were some of his most cherished memories. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
He leaves his three children Beth Kenyon, Bruce Kenyon and Jamie Kenyon; five grandchildren Tia, Erika, Ashley, Jonathan and Bailey; seven great-grandchildren. Besides his wife Lois, John was preceded in death by his daughter Willa (Kenyon) Holstein.
Calling hours will be held on Friday, November 17, 2017, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Buckler- Johnston Funeral Home, 121 Main Street, Westerly, R.I. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2017, at 10 a.m. at Buckler-Johnston Funeral Home. Burial will follow at First Hopkinton Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Kenyon, III
Christine Fenelon
March 23, 2023
Oh God guys. I just read about Willa then saw your dad. So sorry. Love you all you were and are like family to me. Please get a hold of me if you can. Christine Fenelon
Frederick Souza
December 4, 2017
I am so sorry that I just learned of John's passing. He was a good friend of mine at Wheeler, and in many respects a trusted mentor. My condolences to all who will miss him--cherish your memories. Meanwhile, I will continue to quote one of his many "words of wisdom" about genetics ("You plant potatoes, you get potatoes!") and remember him every time I do.
Pat Ryan
November 20, 2017
Bruce and Jaime - please accept my condolences for the loss of your father. I will be keeping you and your families in my thoughts and prayers.
Katie Raithel- Falls
November 19, 2017
So sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Mr. Kenyon well and have many memories especially the house boat out on napatree point! Our families spent a lot of time together in Avondale.
Eila Lang
November 18, 2017
I remember his handsome smile....and guitar lessons in the basement of the Wheeler library :)
November 17, 2017
God bless and keep the kenyon family, during this this difficult time. Bud was a well read,respected member of the community. his memory will live long... Always, Danny Bell
Sherry Hall
November 17, 2017
I'll always remember the smell of your pipe, how much you enjoyed your lobster boats and loved your family. R.I.P. Uncle Bud
roger hall
November 16, 2017
Had some great times lobstering with you Uncle Bud, Rest in Peace
Greg Congdon
November 16, 2017
So sorry of hearing Mr Kenyon's passing. He was my science teacher back in the 60s and a friend to many of us. I always remember Mr Kenyon attending our after school sports and academic functions. I especially remember when he started the Outdoor Club and how he would take our club up to Hewitts pond fishing after school. Great memories of a great guy. RIP
Frank & Mary Bliven
November 16, 2017
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
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