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Michael Ray Kennedy

Michael Ray Kennedy

  • October 30, 1955 - January 15, 2012
  • Kokomo, Indiana
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“HE LOVED HIS WIFE, DAUGHTER AND SON. DIEED A LONG AN SLOW PAINFUL DEATH. LOVED HIS MOM AND DAD AND MANY MANY RELATIVES. IS IN A BEAUTIFUL PLACE NOW....Read More » ”
1 of 12 | Posted by: JANET L. TUDOR - FL - CLASSMATE

“I graduated with Mike from Northwestern High School in 1974 - My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Way too young to leave us - rest in...Read More » ”
2 of 12 | Posted by: Sheila Brock - Kokomo, IN

“About Mike he has that way of making you feel important. His smile always said that he was glad to see anyone that was standing before him. Our...Read More » ”
3 of 12 | Posted by: Bobby Tinder - Indianapolis, IN

“Cassy,Troy and Nancy ...Read More » ”
4 of 12 | Posted by: Ronald Ray Nance - Greenfield, IN

“Once in freak accident I was riding with him and we hit a horse and rider , luckily neither was injured but it left a lasting affect on two high...Read More » ”
5 of 12 | Posted by: Ken Guge - Kokomo, IN

“My memory of Mike is back in the early 80's during the disco era. We(a group of about 6 to 8 of us)would go to Cristo's Bar and dance the night away...Read More » ”
6 of 12 | Posted by: DONNA SHIPPEE - INDIANAPOLIS , IN

“Dad always wanted his remembrance to be a celebration of his life. With that in mind, think back to a happy memory that you might have had with him...Read More » ”
7 of 12 | Posted by: Cassandra Kennedy - Kokomo, IN

“My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Mike. I'm so sorry he was not graced with old age. I am sure Mike was a blessing to all he touched...Read More » ”
8 of 12 | Posted by: jeff rayl - st petersburg, FL

“Thinking of all of you and sending love and courage your way. ”
9 of 12 | Posted by: Kiley Simmons

“So sorry to hear of Mike s passing. We were friends in elementary school. Mike s Dad was our family car Mechanic. Wishing comfort for the family. ”
10 of 12 | Posted by: Philip McCarty (Templin Barber Shop)

“Dear Cassie and Troy, Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Treasure the memories you made with him You will be in my thoughts and prayers! ...Read More » ”
11 of 12 | Posted by: Jill Munson - Kokomo, IN - cousin

“Prayers for the LORD to wrap you in HIS arms and carry your grief ”
12 of 12 | Posted by: Claudette Leonard - Judsonia, AR


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Michael Ray Kennedy, 56, of Kokomo, passed away at 12:01 A.M. on Sunday, January 15, 2012, at Kindred Transitional Care and Rehab, Kokomo. He was born October 30, 1955 at St. Joseph Hospital in Kokomo, IN to the late Raymond Lewis and Dorthea Eva (Perry) Kennedy. Michael began working on cars very early in his childhood at his father's service and filling stations; Rays Union 76. He worked there until he graduated from Northwestern High School in 1974. After high school, he went to work fabricating magazines at Cuneo Press, Kokomo. A short while later, Michael began attending Indiana University in Bloomington where he became reacquainted with a high school friend, Nancy Beaver, and graduated in 1981 with a B.A. In 1982 both Michael and Nancy, each towing their own trailers, drove to California to settle and start their careers. For a time, Michael was a security guard at Hughes Aircraft before returning to what he loved, working on cars. He worked at Conoga Jeep, Conoga, California, where he had the opportunity to work on several movie stars' cars. On February 9, 1986 Michael and Nancy were married in a Disciples of Christ church and a short time later, started a family together. In 1993, Michael and Nancy decided to move their family back to their hometown of Kokomo, Indiana. Michael loved spending time with his family, and took them camping at the Indiana Dunes every year for their annual vacations. He always made the holidays special for his family; painting Easter eggs together, carving pumpkins, and selecting a live tree every year, to decorate together. Michael relished life and thoroughly enjoyed activities such as; fishing, camping, biking, wood working, tackling projects, family nights, and of course, working on cars. He will be deeply missed by friends and family.
Michael is survived by his children, Cassandra C. Kennedy, Kokomo and Troy M. Kennedy, Kokomo; a granddaughter, Adalae D. Kennedy, Kokomo; ex-wife, Nancy Beaver Kennedy; his siblings, Georgiann Patchett, Edwardsville, IL, Gary Patchett, Riverside, CA and Brenda (Patchett) Loveland, Riverside, CA, along with several nieces and nephews.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents.
You are invited to join Michael's family for a time of visitation on Friday, January 20, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon at Ellers Mortuary Webster Street Chapel, 3400 South Webster Street. Immediately following the visitation, at 12:00 noon., there will be funeral service held for Michael, also at the mortuary, with Rev. Charles Armstrong officiating. At the conclusion of the funeral, we will be taking Michael to his final resting place at Crown Point Cemetery, Kokomo. A dinner will be held at Northview Christian Church, 2059 N 100 E, Kokomo, immediately following the services.