Mary Johanna Kennedy
October 24, 1930 ~ January 27, 2019
Mary Johanna Kennedy, 88, of Russellville, passed away Sunday, January 27, 2019, at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital.
She was born October 24, 1930, in Perry County, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Eddie and Goldie (Brown) Edwards.
She was united in marriage on September 30, 1950, in Gideon, Missouri, to James Idaho Kennedy who preceded her in death on August 9, 1997.
Johanna was a loving and caring homemaker to her family and also provided babysitting for many years to over 84 local children.
She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church and Women On Mission. Johanna was skilled at decorating plates, crafting Christmas stockings, sewing and quilting, and tending to her flower garden. Her greatest love was her family especially her grandchildren.
Survivors include three children, Don (Sarah) Kennedy, Henley; Debbie (Mike) Thompson, Russellville; Paul (Sherri) Kennedy, Russellville; nine grandchildren, Rebecca, Megan, Emily, Preston, Anna, Lauren, Jennifer, John, Adam; nine great-grandchildren; and five siblings, Marie Carter, Conway, AR; Ulalah Young, Oppelo, AR; Lavern Cornia, Jacksonville, AR; Margaret Ann Edwards, Jacksonville, AR; and Linda (Larry Don) Kelly, Kennett, MO.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James Kennedy; and a brother, Harvel Edwards.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Thursday, January 31, 2019, at Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Home in Russellville.
Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Friday, February 1, 2019, at Mt. Olive Baptist Church with Rev. Alan Earls and Pastor Preston Thompson officiating.
Burial will be at Enloe Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to Mt. Olive Baptist Church.
Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Homes in Russellville is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.scrivnermorrowrussellville.com website.
She was born October 24, 1930, in Perry County, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Eddie and Goldie (Brown) Edwards.
She was united in marriage on September 30, 1950, in Gideon, Missouri, to James Idaho Kennedy who preceded her in death on August 9, 1997.
Johanna was a loving and caring homemaker to her family and also provided babysitting for many years to over 84 local children.
She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church and Women On Mission. Johanna was skilled at decorating plates, crafting Christmas stockings, sewing and quilting, and tending to her flower garden. Her greatest love was her family especially her grandchildren.
Survivors include three children, Don (Sarah) Kennedy, Henley; Debbie (Mike) Thompson, Russellville; Paul (Sherri) Kennedy, Russellville; nine grandchildren, Rebecca, Megan, Emily, Preston, Anna, Lauren, Jennifer, John, Adam; nine great-grandchildren; and five siblings, Marie Carter, Conway, AR; Ulalah Young, Oppelo, AR; Lavern Cornia, Jacksonville, AR; Margaret Ann Edwards, Jacksonville, AR; and Linda (Larry Don) Kelly, Kennett, MO.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James Kennedy; and a brother, Harvel Edwards.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Thursday, January 31, 2019, at Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Home in Russellville.
Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Friday, February 1, 2019, at Mt. Olive Baptist Church with Rev. Alan Earls and Pastor Preston Thompson officiating.
Burial will be at Enloe Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to Mt. Olive Baptist Church.
Scrivner-Morrow Funeral Homes in Russellville is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.scrivnermorrowrussellville.com website.
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Sending My Deapest Sympathies to the Kennedy family Mrs. Johanna will be missed she was always so friendly to our family when we were in Russellville. Mendy ( Knapp) Leible
To begin with I offer my most sincere condolences for the passing of Aunt Jo. Her passing brought back a flood of memories from my childhood. My mother and I would make the trip nearly every year when I was just a youngster. I can recall driving up to the big white house out in the country thinking……..oh my what a magnificent place to grow up. The cousins and I always had a great time, the food was terrific and the hospitality was simply wonderful. I wish you all God’s speed through this difficult time.
On behalf of the Ousley family we would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Kennedy family and all of Johanna’s family friends and loved ones. We send our prayers to each one of you and pray that you find strength in Jesus Christ as you continue through this difficult time. The Ousley Family
Of course I have many memories remember about Johanna and my time with the Kennedy family. I am thankful for those memories and I love, guidance, and wisdom that I received from Johanna. I am most especially thankful to have spent time with Johanna and Debbie and Lauren on Saturday. I thank God for that visit. I am thinking of you all fondly and with many prayers. I know her celebration of life will be special. I will be thinking of you and mindful of you on Thursday…… Her life, dedication to Jesus and now her homecoming is great cause for celebration! May God give you his grace, strength and comfort during this time and as you move ahead. With love and fondness, Stacy
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To the Kennedy Family I remember your mother as a tremendous “help-mate” to your father. She was an excellent hostess. I remember her hospitality when the State Milk Board met at your house. You have our deepest sympathy. Arlen and Kay Schwinke