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In loving memory of Jody William Kennedy, who passed peacefully to the arms of our Lord on February 26, 2021 at the age of 60, surrounded by his loved ones. Jody was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer on June 29, 2018 and fought every day thereafter to beat this horrible disease. Jody’s undeniable strength, determination, and faith helped him defy all odds and provide us with over two and a half additional years in his light. We couldn’t be more proud of our Whipple Warrior! Jody was born on July 17, 1960 in Dallas, TX to parents Lonnie Preston Kennedy and Joyce Ann (Bauerle) Kennedy. He was raised in Dallas, TX and graduated from Bryan Adams High School in 1978. Jody was a strong-willed, hard-working man with a heart of pure gold. He established J&J Service Company in 1982 as a self-employed general contractor. Jody loved to work with his hands and left his remarkable touch on every single home he worked on. He was a devout member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church with a long history of being an active member of the Knights of Columbus. He expressed his gratitude, thanksgiving, and love to our Lord every single day. Jody dedicated his life to serving his family, his friends, and his numerous admired customers, and never hesitated to help those in need. He made countless contributions as an advocate to various organizations, most importantly the Dallas-Fort Worth Affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Jody was stubborn and strong, yet generous and compassionate. He shed his light on everything and every person he touched. Jody loved his children fiercely and his wife undeniably. His family was everything to him, and he will forever live on in our hearts. Jody is survived by his beloved and devoted wife of 34 years Jill Kennedy; son John Kennedy; daughters Jamie Fouts, Amanda Palos, Michelle Kennedy, Emily Kennedy, and Nicole Kennedy; fur-daughter and best friend Marlee Kennedy; father Lonnie Kennedy; brothers Lonnie Kennedy Jr., Timothy Kennedy, and Don Kennedy; his adored 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild: Madison Phelps, Connor Phelps, Dakotah Fouts, Hunter Fouts, Brody Kennedy, Bradley Kennedy, Amelia Palos, Isabella Palos, and Matthew Duran; and numerous other beloved family members. He was preceded in death by his mother Joyce Kennedy and his sister Cynthia Howland. Memorial Mass will be held 10:00 am Thursday, March 11, 2021, at Sacred Heart Mausoleum Chapel, followed by inurnment in Sacred Heart Cemetery.

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Jody William Kennedy

July 17, 1960 - February 26, 2021