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John Kennedy Obituary

Kennedy, John F. LATHAM It is with great sadness that the family of John "Jack" F. Kennedy, 50, announces his passing on July 14, 2011. He passed after a long and courageous battle with cancer at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. John was born November 25, 1960 in Albany, and is the beloved son of Rosemary Kennedy and the late Frank Kennedy. He was a 1978 graduate of Colonie Central High School. John, along with brother Roy, had operated the former Delicatessen and the Icehouse Restaurant on Everett Rd. He was later employed for 20 years with Amtrak where he retired as a locomotive engineer. John was a talented landscaper and took great pride in his home, and helping others beautify their property. He was the loving husband of 24 years to Haila Kennedy. John was the loving father of John and Alexander Kennedy. He was the devoted brother of Royal (Amy) Kennedy. He is also survived by many brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and numerous cherished friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Monday morning, at 9:30 at Our Lady of Assumption Church, Latham. Calling hours will be Sunday, from 4 to 7 p.m. at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd. Colonie. Interment will be in Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made in John's name to Make-A-Wish Foundation, 1 Mustang Drive, Cohoes, NY 12047. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAlbany.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jul. 16 to Jul. 17, 2011.

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Daniel Zukowski

July 10, 2021

Thinking of both you and Haila and hope you have both been reunited in God's great kingdom. I do miss your friendship and laughs and smiles we shared.

Jody Siy

July 21, 2011

Haila and family~ We just heard of John's passing and offer our deepest condolences.May your memories of him keep him alive in your hearts forever~
With sympathy,
Mike, Jody
Lauren and Michael Siy

Margaret Zukowski

July 19, 2011

It is with great sadness that I write this. I remember all of the wonderful times we all had together. Jack was always happy, smiling and joking! We are very fortunate to have known Jack, not to mention Haila, John and Alex!
Our thoughts are with all of you now that you have the difficult task of finding some peace from all of this. We continue to pray for your family and will most certainly keep in touch.

Love to you All
Dan and Margaret Zukowski

Nadine Maribeth's sister

July 18, 2011

Dear Rose, I am so sorry for your loss. My daughter died four years ago. A friend said that God must have had plans for her in Heaven. Surely, he did for John also. I will keep you in my prayers.

July 18, 2011

My sincere condolence to The whole family on the loss of John.He was wonderful person John and I grow up together Always had the most wonderful smile and many fun times as kids. Pat Zito Chrysogelos

Jeff &Brenda Rzucek

July 18, 2011

Haila, John, Alex and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all today.

Natalie Wonders

July 18, 2011

Haila and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss and sorry I could not make it to the service. My aunt passed away also this week,and our service was held yesterday.I can understand the pain and heartache of losing a loved one. May he rest in peace and may you keep his memories alive.

Chelsea Robinson

July 18, 2011

Haila, Alex & Family - I was so sad to hear about John's passing from my mom the other day...my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult. May he rest in peace.

Mary Anne Farrell

July 17, 2011

Dear Rose and Family ... Please accept our condolences on the recent passing of Frank and now you dear John.
Mary Anne Murphy Farrell (Tom's daughter)

Lesa Bentley

July 17, 2011

I am so sad. I will miss John so much. I will always remember his humor,his hospitality and own special way of just being John. And I will especially remember his love for his wife and sons.

Judy (Robinson) Werner

July 17, 2011

Dear Haila and family - So very sorry to learn of John's passing. We have some fond memories of all of you from the St. Pius days with Chelsea and Alex. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Philip Gallant

July 17, 2011

Jack was an unbelievable inspiration to me and a wonderful friend. I will miss him dearly. To Haila, Alex, and John you are in my thoughts and prayers. I will never forget my friend Jack. May he rest in peace

robert brown

July 17, 2011

to a true gentleman,my prayers and thoughts go out to jack and his family.

Mary Ann Davis

July 17, 2011

Dear Haila,Our thouhts and prayers our with you and your family at this difficuilt time. Our love and support will always be here for you.Love Hank,MaryAnn and the Wagoner family

Katherine Abaire

July 17, 2011

Rosemary,Haila,John,Alex
I am so sad you have to go through this again so soon after the unexpected loss of Frank. I cant even imigine the megnitude of your pain. I hope you can find comfort in the fact they are together with the Lord. I was so proud of the profound changes in John over the last couple years. He touched many and Im honored he choose me to be there through all.

Nick Audi

July 17, 2011

Dear Haila & family,
My deepest condolences to you. I have many fond memories of John and the Kennedy Family from our days together at St. Pius... You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God bless you all.
Respectfully,

July 16, 2011

Haila, John and Alex, it was a sincere pleasure and a huge honor to know Jack, I know what he went through must have been very tough on him as well as all of you but he was a fighter, I admire all of your courage during this tough time. He was a great man, with a great sense of humor and a huge heart. He will be sorely missed by many, although we hadn't seen each other in a while thinking of him brings back fond memories to me, I hope it does the same for you.

Dan & Margaret Zukowski

Katherine Wilson

July 16, 2011

Haila and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. John was always very giving to my children, Lesa, Jason and Joshua loved him very much.

Diana Wilsey

July 16, 2011

Haila, I am so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. May you find comfort knowing he is no longer suffering and is in peace. He and Donny are probably together laughing over something silly. Dubie and Magoo together again. My prayers are with you and the boys. I know how much you and the boys meant to him, And how very much you love him. Please know you are in my thoughts. God Bless!!

July 16, 2011

dear cousin rose...i am so very sorry to
hear of johns passing. i am keeping you
in my thoughts and prayers as you go thru this trial. may God bless and keep you. love cousin alice (bauer) layman

Joey Colello

July 16, 2011

Haila, I'm so sorry for your loss, and that I can't be there. John was a good friend and I'll never forget all the fun we had. He will be truly missed. Joey C.

Kevin McGeary

July 16, 2011

Haila and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers, My deepest sympathy.
Kevin McGeary

Mary Rinaldi

July 16, 2011

Haila, We are sorry to hear of Jack's passing. May your special memories give you and your family comfort in the days ahead. Andy, Mary and Nick

Bonnie Eddy

July 16, 2011

Haila, I am so sorry for the sorrow you and your family are going through. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Bonnie and family

July 16, 2011

Haila, I am so sorry for your loss. I loved John very much. We spent many wonderful times together over more than twenty years. He had integrity, humor, and great dedication to his family and we just got along really great. Love, Josh

July 16, 2011

he was such a awesome guy funny and loving thoughts and prayers.

Margaret Gulino

July 16, 2011

My sincerest condolences to the Kennedy family. Please know am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Peace.

Marty and Mary Ellen Federici

July 16, 2011

Haila....our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...

Carol Keefe

July 16, 2011

Haila, Our hearts go out to you and your family at this sorrowful time. We send our love and prayers.
Love, Rudy and Carol

David Van Wie

July 16, 2011

Jack was a wonderful,caring and sharing man with a great sense of humor. I never met a man with such courage to face the ordeal he went through. He was a friend that we all will miss dearly. My sincere condolences to his entire family.

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