SGT UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
VIETNAM
Kevin was born to Kevin, Sr. and Rita Kennedy on February 23, 1947, in Flushing, New York, where he grew up.
He attended St. Mary's High School in Manhasset then enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. Kevin proudly served our country from 1964-68. He served in Vietnam, attained the rank of Sergeant, and was a Counter Guerrilla Warfare Instructor for the Marine Corps. Kevin received many awards and commendations including a Purple Heart, Vietnam Service Medal and Rifle Expert Badge.
Following his discharge, Kevin returned to New York where he attended St. John's University for business and finance. While studying for his broker's test at Merrill-Lynch, he drove a cab in New York City. Kevin went on to be a Wall Street Executive for over 48 years as a Wall Street advisor and managing director.
On July 21, 1984, Kevin married Ellen Taylor in Brookville, New York, and they lived in Syosset, New York. Kevin's interest in ranching brought the family to North Platte 25 years ago when he purchased a ranch south of Maxwell and ran a cow/calf operation.
Kevin enjoyed living in Lincoln County and became active in the community. He was a Reserve Deputy for the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, was on the board of CASA (court appointed special advocates), and president of the 20th Century Veteran's Memorial.
He was a member of various groups including the Lincoln County Cattlemen Association, Order of the Purple Heart, U.S. Marine Corps. League, Military Order of Cooties, P.R. Halligan Post #163 American Legion and was a life member and Junior Vice Commander of the V.F.W. Post #1504 as well as serving on the board for the Law Enforcement Memorial and was a member of the FBI's Joint Terrorist Task Force for over 16 years.
Kevin was proud of his family and service to our country and had great faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. Semper Fi!
Preceded by:
Parents: Kevin and Rita Kennedy
Sister: Bernadette Kennedy
Survived by:
Wife: Ellen
Sons: Kevin Kennedy III and Brian Kennedy and Edward Kennedy
Daughter: Mary Ellen Kennedy
Grandchildren: Christopher, Hannah and Ava
Brothers: Patrick Kennedy, Tom (Cindy) Kennedy and Brian (Shia) Kennedy
Sisters: Marianne (Steven) Hadley, Maureen Doran, Rita Mackey and Michelle (Jerry) Todd
Many other family.
Odean Colonial Chapel
Dec 2020
VIETNAM
Kevin was born to Kevin, Sr. and Rita Kennedy on February 23, 1947, in Flushing, New York, where he grew up.
He attended St. Mary's High School in Manhasset then enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. Kevin proudly served our country from 1964-68. He served in Vietnam, attained the rank of Sergeant, and was a Counter Guerrilla Warfare Instructor for the Marine Corps. Kevin received many awards and commendations including a Purple Heart, Vietnam Service Medal and Rifle Expert Badge.
Following his discharge, Kevin returned to New York where he attended St. John's University for business and finance. While studying for his broker's test at Merrill-Lynch, he drove a cab in New York City. Kevin went on to be a Wall Street Executive for over 48 years as a Wall Street advisor and managing director.
On July 21, 1984, Kevin married Ellen Taylor in Brookville, New York, and they lived in Syosset, New York. Kevin's interest in ranching brought the family to North Platte 25 years ago when he purchased a ranch south of Maxwell and ran a cow/calf operation.
Kevin enjoyed living in Lincoln County and became active in the community. He was a Reserve Deputy for the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, was on the board of CASA (court appointed special advocates), and president of the 20th Century Veteran's Memorial.
He was a member of various groups including the Lincoln County Cattlemen Association, Order of the Purple Heart, U.S. Marine Corps. League, Military Order of Cooties, P.R. Halligan Post #163 American Legion and was a life member and Junior Vice Commander of the V.F.W. Post #1504 as well as serving on the board for the Law Enforcement Memorial and was a member of the FBI's Joint Terrorist Task Force for over 16 years.
Kevin was proud of his family and service to our country and had great faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. Semper Fi!
Preceded by:
Parents: Kevin and Rita Kennedy
Sister: Bernadette Kennedy
Survived by:
Wife: Ellen
Sons: Kevin Kennedy III and Brian Kennedy and Edward Kennedy
Daughter: Mary Ellen Kennedy
Grandchildren: Christopher, Hannah and Ava
Brothers: Patrick Kennedy, Tom (Cindy) Kennedy and Brian (Shia) Kennedy
Sisters: Marianne (Steven) Hadley, Maureen Doran, Rita Mackey and Michelle (Jerry) Todd
Many other family.
Odean Colonial Chapel
Dec 2020
SGT UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
VIETNAM
Kevin was born to Kevin, Sr. and Rita Kennedy on February 23, 1947, in Flushing, New York, where he grew up.
He attended St. Mary's High School in Manhasset then enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. Kevin proudly served our country from 1964-68. He served in Vietnam, attained the rank of Sergeant, and was a Counter Guerrilla Warfare Instructor for the Marine Corps. Kevin received many awards and commendations including a Purple Heart, Vietnam Service Medal and Rifle Expert Badge.
Following his discharge, Kevin returned to New York where he attended St. John's University for business and finance. While studying for his broker's test at Merrill-Lynch, he drove a cab in New York City. Kevin went on to be a Wall Street Executive for over 48 years as a Wall Street advisor and managing director.
On July 21, 1984, Kevin married Ellen Taylor in Brookville, New York, and they lived in Syosset, New York. Kevin's interest in ranching brought the family to North Platte 25 years ago when he purchased a ranch south of Maxwell and ran a cow/calf operation.
Kevin enjoyed living in Lincoln County and became active in the community. He was a Reserve Deputy for the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, was on the board of CASA (court appointed special advocates), and president of the 20th Century Veteran's Memorial.
He was a member of various groups including the Lincoln County Cattlemen Association, Order of the Purple Heart, U.S. Marine Corps. League, Military Order of Cooties, P.R. Halligan Post #163 American Legion and was a life member and Junior Vice Commander of the V.F.W. Post #1504 as well as serving on the board for the Law Enforcement Memorial and was a member of the FBI's Joint Terrorist Task Force for over 16 years.
Kevin was proud of his family and service to our country and had great faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. Semper Fi!
Preceded by:
Parents: Kevin and Rita Kennedy
Sister: Bernadette Kennedy
Survived by:
Wife: Ellen
Sons: Kevin Kennedy III and Brian Kennedy and Edward Kennedy
Daughter: Mary Ellen Kennedy
Grandchildren: Christopher, Hannah and Ava
Brothers: Patrick Kennedy, Tom (Cindy) Kennedy and Brian (Shia) Kennedy
Sisters: Marianne (Steven) Hadley, Maureen Doran, Rita Mackey and Michelle (Jerry) Todd
Many other family.
Odean Colonial Chapel
Dec 2020
VIETNAM
Kevin was born to Kevin, Sr. and Rita Kennedy on February 23, 1947, in Flushing, New York, where he grew up.
He attended St. Mary's High School in Manhasset then enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. Kevin proudly served our country from 1964-68. He served in Vietnam, attained the rank of Sergeant, and was a Counter Guerrilla Warfare Instructor for the Marine Corps. Kevin received many awards and commendations including a Purple Heart, Vietnam Service Medal and Rifle Expert Badge.
Following his discharge, Kevin returned to New York where he attended St. John's University for business and finance. While studying for his broker's test at Merrill-Lynch, he drove a cab in New York City. Kevin went on to be a Wall Street Executive for over 48 years as a Wall Street advisor and managing director.
On July 21, 1984, Kevin married Ellen Taylor in Brookville, New York, and they lived in Syosset, New York. Kevin's interest in ranching brought the family to North Platte 25 years ago when he purchased a ranch south of Maxwell and ran a cow/calf operation.
Kevin enjoyed living in Lincoln County and became active in the community. He was a Reserve Deputy for the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, was on the board of CASA (court appointed special advocates), and president of the 20th Century Veteran's Memorial.
He was a member of various groups including the Lincoln County Cattlemen Association, Order of the Purple Heart, U.S. Marine Corps. League, Military Order of Cooties, P.R. Halligan Post #163 American Legion and was a life member and Junior Vice Commander of the V.F.W. Post #1504 as well as serving on the board for the Law Enforcement Memorial and was a member of the FBI's Joint Terrorist Task Force for over 16 years.
Kevin was proud of his family and service to our country and had great faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. Semper Fi!
Preceded by:
Parents: Kevin and Rita Kennedy
Sister: Bernadette Kennedy
Survived by:
Wife: Ellen
Sons: Kevin Kennedy III and Brian Kennedy and Edward Kennedy
Daughter: Mary Ellen Kennedy
Grandchildren: Christopher, Hannah and Ava
Brothers: Patrick Kennedy, Tom (Cindy) Kennedy and Brian (Shia) Kennedy
Sisters: Marianne (Steven) Hadley, Maureen Doran, Rita Mackey and Michelle (Jerry) Todd
Many other family.
Odean Colonial Chapel
Dec 2020
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SGT
US MARINE CORPS
VIETNAM
PURPLE HEART
PSALM 23
SEMPER FI
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