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WILLIAM KINCANNON Obituary


WILLIAM CHARLES KINCANNON USN Cdr. (Ret.)
Of Alexandria, VA died peacefully on July 1, 2017. Born in Stephen's County, Oklahoma on January 27, 1923, he was commissioned as a Naval officer at Notre Dame in 1943. He worked as a Navy meteorologist for his entire career. After retirement from active duty in 1964, he worked for the Department of Defense until 1988. Married in 1946 to his one true love, Murice Jean Miniard of Olathe, Kansas; they began a 70-year love affair. Chuck's legacy is reflected in the lives of his son, Rev. Dr. Keary Kincannon, pastor of Rising Hope United Methodist Church and wife, Judy Borsher; daughter, Rev. Dr. Karla Kincannon, pastor of Aldersgate United Methodist Church and husband, Rev. Dr. Jim Noseworthy; and son, Kirk Kincannon, Executive Director of the Fairfax County Park Authority and wife, Denise Kincannon. He is survived by his wife, children, 10 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, a sister, and several nieces and nephews.  The family will receive friends and guests at Demaine's Funeral Home, 502 S. Washington Street, Alexandria, VA on Friday, July 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. The memorial service will be held at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Road, Alexandria, VA on Saturday, July 8 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rising Hope United Methodist Mission Church and Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Alexandria.

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Published by The Washington Post from Jul. 5 to Jul. 7, 2017.

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Kurt Luginbyhl

July 12, 2017

I wasn't able to attend. He was very important to me both as a youth an as an adult. I loved him very much. We need more Chuck Kincannons.

Anne Chase

July 10, 2017

Sending condolences to your family- we know your hearts are filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you remember and celebrate your dads life well lived. We grew up watching the legacy of your dad at Aldersgate church and all the wonderful things he did over his lifetime. May peace be with you all in your time of loss.
You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Anne and Kirt Chase and the Nelson Family

July 10, 2017

Dear Murice and family,
My heartfelt prayers will remain with you as you mourn the passing of a wonderful man, husband, father, grandfather and friend. Your Navy Potomac Chapter friends recall shared good times and happy reunions. May God's healing presence and your cherished memories sustain you.

Love,
Roberta (Robbie)Roper

John Shafer

July 7, 2017

May God give you strength to endure this temporary farewell, secure in the knowledge you will someday enjoy being with him again.

kurt luginbyhl

July 6, 2017

He was a Christian gentleman I will miss him. He was very kind and gentle and gave good advice.. I know that his children are hurting.. To them I say you had a loving father... He always told me he was proud of you!!

Christine Newton

July 6, 2017

May you rest in peace good Sir. Salute.

John Finegan

July 6, 2017

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our prayers and sympathy are with you and yours. ~John Finegan and Terilyn (Teri) Bowers

Elaine Cassel

July 4, 2017

I only met him a few times, but knew him through his son Kirk (and wife Denise) and grandson Cody, and his support of Aldersgate Church. It was always a treat to see him and Murice in church. He was a great man, who lived a full life and leaves his legacy to be carried on by his children and grandchildren.

Mattie Palmore

July 4, 2017

To Rev. Kerry Kincannon and family I had the opportunity to meet your dad and he was an awesome man of God and will be truly missed He also gave unselfishly of his time and talents to helping others praying for your mother and the rest of the family that the Lord will comfort you please let me know if you need anything much love for you and the family Mattie L. Palmore

Alex Kincannon

July 4, 2017

May his memory be a blessing. Love and sympathy from Alex, Paul and the kids

Kevin Johnson

July 3, 2017

From all of the places we've been... To my brother in the Lord Keary, and all the family. I pray for healing in your souls as you travel this leg of the journey. I pray that we all celebrate the blessings of God revealed in those who cross our paths as we sojourn to the place prepared for us... Fare thee well; much love to you!

Kevin and Jacqueline

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