William Thomas Kennedy
Born: Fri Jan 3, 1941
Died: Tue May 25, 2010
Visitation: 12:00 PM to 02:00 PM, Fri May 28, 2010
Funeral Service: 02:00 PM Fri May 28, 2010
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William Thomas “Tom” Kennedy
KEYSER, WV – William Thomas “Tom” Kennedy, 69, of Fort Ashby Road, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 25, 2010, at his residence.
Born January 3, 1941, in Lewistown, PA, he was a son of the late William W. and Jeanne (Powell) Kennedy.
Tom attended Keyser High School and graduated in 1959 from Beall High School and a graduate of Potomac State College with an Associate Degree and attended Frostburg State College. He was a United States Air Force Veteran, serving during the Cuban Crisis as an Air Force Load Master. He was employed with Goodyear Tire Company for 22 years, owned and operated Tom’s Bowhunter’s Tackle Shop and retired from Mineral County Assessor’s Office as a Tax Appraiser. He was a member of Mount Zion Church, Knobley Road, Keyser, Tri-Town’s Archers, Cumberland Bowhunter’s Association, National Rifle Association, Mineral County Chamber of Commerce and Charter Member of Fountain Volunteer Fire Department.
Surviving are his wife, Betty Jane (Cook) Kennedy; his two daughters, Annette C. Peer and husband Randy of Ridgeley, and Bridgette Parker and husband Danny of South Riding, VA; a brother Rodger Kennedy; two sisters, Carole Mayes and Nancy Frymire, all of Lewistown, PA. He is also survived by two granddaughters, Maranda Peer and Lauren K. Parker and a sister and brother-in-law, Carolyn and Lough Cosner.
Friends will be received at the Mount Zion Church, Knobley Road, on Friday, May 28, 2010, from noon to 2 p.m. Funeral Services will follow at 2 p.m. with the Pastor Jerry Eisenhour officiating.
Interment will follow in Potomac Memorial Gardens, Keyser, where military honors will be accorded.
If desired, donations may be made in memory of William Thomas “Tom” Kennedy to Mount Zion Church, Route 6, Box 6555, Keyser, WV 26726 or Hospice of Potomac Valley Hospital, 100 Pin Oak Lane, Keyser, WV 26726
Condolences may be sent to the family after Mr. Kennedy’s obituary at www.markwoodfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements have entrusted to the Markwood Funeral Home, Keyser, WV.
God’s Promise
God didn’t promise days without pain,
Laughter without sorrow or sun without rain.
But God did promise strength for the day,
Comfort for the tears and a light for the way.
And for all who believe in his Kingdom above,
He answers their faith with everlasting love.
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Shayne Rayner & Melissa Rinker
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Posted Wed May 26, 2010
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Your family is in our thoughts & prayers. Remember he is just away and we will all be with our loved ones one day. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. Take care. God Bless.
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Jeff,Debbie, and Kyle Cosner
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Posted Wed May 26, 2010
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We will cherish our memories of Tom always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything please let us know. We are so sorry we won't be able to be with you all Friday. Love Always, Jeff, Debbie, and Kyle.
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Sandy Wagoner
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Posted Thu May 27, 2010
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Betty
So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Wish I could be there to personally convey my
sympathy.
May God grant you comfort & peace during this trying time.
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Betty & Family
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Posted Thu May 27, 2010
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God bless you and your family at this special time and always. If God brings you to it, he will see you through it.
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Barb Litton Cox
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Posted Thu May 27, 2010
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Annette: So sorry to hear the news of your Father. Having lost my Dad 3 years ago, I now understand the pain of losing a parent. Please know that I am thinking of you, your Mother and sister.
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Gary & Bonnie Harsanyi
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Posted Thu May 27, 2010
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Betty, Annette & Bridgette....there is no way I can express the sadness I have in Tom's passing. I have endeavored for several years now to make a trip back to Keyser just to see you. The distance between us ,because of my having moved, prevented my being able to be of service to Tom in his last days.
I hold only the best of memories of my years in Keyser and of the relationship I had with William Thomas Kennedy....I have always viewed him as a man's man that had integrity matched by few others. He always set the example for me as to how to conduct my affairs. For that I am very appreciative. My life would be missing a large section of tiles in my mosaic of experiences had our paths not crossed.
I will be lifting all of you up in prayer. I hope that we can stay in touch.
God Bless. ~ g.w.h.
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Hanne Lunday
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Posted Thu May 27, 2010
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Betty, Annette and Bridgette,
I am sorry to see that Tom passed away. He was like a second dad to me. I am glad that I got to see him and sit with him and Betty in church over Christmas. He was a proud and honorable man and loved by many. He will forever remain in your hearts and in all the lives that he touched. He''''s resting in Heaven with our Savior and is not hurting or in pain. My prayers have been and will continue to be with you all.
Love,
Hanne
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Bill and Donna Ravenscroft
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Posted Thu May 27, 2010
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Betty, Annette and Bridgette:
We are so sorry to hear of your recent loss. Please know that our daily thoughts and
prayers are with you now and the days ahead. May God richly bless you.
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Barbara Whetzel
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Posted Thu May 27, 2010
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Betty and family, Please accept my deepest sympathy. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Barb and Alan Whetzel
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Margo (Isenberg) Fleming
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Posted Fri May 28, 2010
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Annette, I was sad to see the news of your dad's passing. My mom went home to be with the Lord in January 2009. It was really hard to see her go. The pastor offered some words of comfort. He said to those of us who know the Lord there will be a time we shall see our loved ones again. Instead of saying good bye he said tell them that 'you will see them in the morning.' And so that is what I told my mom-that I would see her in the morning. The days ahead will be rough, so I pray that you will have peace in knowing your dad is alright now, that you will find comfort in the Lord. Please take care Annette. Love, Margo
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Smart Choice Computers
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Posted Fri May 28, 2010
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Betty and Family, Please accept our condolences. We will be praying for you and your family in this time of of sorrow.. Your friends at Smart Choice Computers
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Steve & Donna Miner
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Posted Fri May 28, 2010
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Betty and family , We are very sorry to hear of Toms passing. He sure put up a good fight when other would have given up he kept his faith and pushed on. He is in heaven pain free looking down on all of you. You will be in our prayers, May God bless and comfort you during this hadr time.
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Jan & Dave Bertaux
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Posted Fri May 28, 2010
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Betty, Annette & Randy and Bridgette,
Please accept our deepest condolences in the lose of your loved one. Our prayers are with you at this time and always.
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John and Dee (Starnes) Burgess
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Posted Sat May 29, 2010
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Betty:
So sorry about Tom''s death. John really enjoyed talking with him at our reunions. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
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Janet Jean Amtower
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Posted Sun May 30, 2010
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Betty and family:
My prayers go out to all your family at this sad time in your life. I will always remember Tom as a kind, gentle and special classmate. His spiritual and religious outlook on life had an influence and impact on many people.
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Jeane (Cummings) Alt
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Posted Sun May 30, 2010
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Betty,
Deepest condolences for your loss. I didn't know your husband very well, but you were a very big influence on my career choice. I feel that my longevity in my career as a hairdresser was largely in part due to you. Keep close to your heart all of those cherished memories and your faith in God will help sustain you in this most difficult time.
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Norman and Delores(Sissy)Losh
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Posted Mon May 31, 2010
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Dear Betty and family, I was shocked to read of Tom's passing in the Sunday paper..you have been in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish all the memories you have made over the years..May God give you peace knowing that Tom is in the arms of JESUS..God Bless..
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Lina (Curtis) McDonald
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Posted Thu June 03, 2010
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Annette,
I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Times like this make us realize just how short life is and not to take a moment for granted. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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