Donald Hugh Kennedy

KENNEDY, Donald Hugh November 11, 1958 – June 1, 2014 It is with heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the passing of Don Kennedy on June 1, 2014 at his home in Chestermere, Alberta at the age of 55 years. Don was a much loved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife, Cheryl; his children, Troy (Sam), Martina (Simon), Todd (Erin) and Joshua (Andrea); his grandchildren, Tristan, Caiden, and Amelia; his brothers, Tommy (Linda), Harry (Glenda), Sandy (Carol), Alvin (Mary), Leonard (Arlene), Stephen, Jamie, and Jody (Shari); his sisters, Elaine (Stuart), Jackie (Kenny), and Glenda (Billy); and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Don was predeceased by his parents, Lucy and Garfield; his brothers, Dennis and Bobby; and his nieces, Melissa and Crystal. Don was born in Sydney, Nova Scotia and raised in Louisbourg. He became a commercial welder and his career took him across Canada where he eventually settled in Chestermere, Alberta. Don had a large family and many friends that he counted as family. He was a fun loving man who was happiest when surrounded by family and friends whether playing cards, having a barbecue or just hanging out. Don was a generous, loving, outgoing man with an easy smile and an easy heart. He is deeply loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A Celebration of Life will be held at Pierson’s Funeral Service, 4121-17 Ave SE, Calgary on June 9, 2014 at 10:00am. Following the service, a luncheon will be held at 364 Kinniburgh Blvd, Chestermere. At his request, Don’s remains will be interred in Sydney, Nova Scotia. Messages of condolence may be forwarded to the family at www.piersons.ca.

Funeral Home:

Pierson’s Forest Lawn Chapel

4121 – 17 Avenue SE

Calgary, AB

CA T2A 0T1