Richard Kennedy
(1945 - 2009)

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General Details

Name:	Mr Richard Kennedy
Nick Name:	Rich, Richie, Ears, and Spike.
Gender:	Male
Age:	63 years old
Lived:	Friday, 7 September 1945 - Friday, 27 February 2009

My Story

Remembrance

You can shed tears that he is gone,
or you can smile because he has lived.
You can close your eyes and pray that he'll come back,
or you can open your eyes and see all he has left.
Your heart can be empty because you can't see him,
or you can be full of the love you shared.

You can turn your back on tomorrow
and live yesterday
or you can be happy for tomorrow
because of yesterday.
You can remember him
and only that he's gone,
or you can cherish his memory
and let it live on.

You can cry and close your mind,
be empty and turn your back,
or you can do what he'd want:

Smile, open your eyes,
love and go on.....

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"I've lived a life thats full. I've traveled each and every highway; And more, much more than this, I did it my way." -'My Way' by Frank Sinatra

This memorial website was created in the memory of our guardian angel, Rich Kennedy. Rich was born and raised in Clifton Heights, Pennsylvania on September 7, 1945 and passed away on February 27, 2009 at the age of 63. I hope all who visit here will remember Richie and share the memories that they had with him.

Rich's parents, Thomas and Laura, passed away many years ago. Rich also had an older brother, Tom, who has passed away. Rich has left behind his wife, Michele, of ten years but together for twenty. He also has left behind three children: Ricky, Anthony, and Lauren, and two grandchildren: Sam and Cassie.

Rich's sense of humor and witty personality is something we will never forget. His constant need to tell jokes and pick on people is one of the many things he will always be remembered for. Growing up, Rich was a gifted athlete and his passion for sports is something he never lost. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing, playing cards with his friends, and spending time with his family.

Rich had such a unique personality that so many of us will never forget. So many little things we can remember about him: his love for anything and everything that dealt with Clifton Heights, his constant jokes that he always thought were funny (if they were or not is another story - Ha..), cooking his favorite foods - Italian food and Soups, the way he felt the need to yell while talking on the phone, having to cover his feet -with blankets and water shoes- while on the beach so they didn't get burnt, watching the boats on the ocean through his binoculars, and his love for dogs.

There are so many things that we will miss about him. Seeing him laugh and making us laugh. Hearing his voice or just being in his presence. But we know Rich lived a lifetime of memories: ones that will not die with him but will live on through out every one of us - but most importantly, the memories he created HIS WAY... <3

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From: laurencollier

From: ENHamilton

What a beautiful memorial site Lauren! Your Dad would be very proud! xoxox

From: laurbar84

The emptiness in my heart can never be filled; however, I find comfort in knowing that we'll meet again ... I love you.

From: laurbar84

Year & 1/2 later and it still hurts just as much as the first day. I love you more than words can say. Wish you were ...

From: laurbar84

Happy Father's Day, Richie! I love you always. Rest easy.

From: laurbar84

Had another dream last night... this one was different, hmm.. wish I knew what it meant. But just know you are always...

From: laurbar84

8 months... wow, can't believe it. I run that day through my head over and over again. I miss you, Richie. You have n...

From: laurbar84

Richie!! I had the weirdest dream about you last night. I don't even wanna get into describing it because I don't thi...

From: laurbar84

Happy 64th Birthday, Richie! I know you are celebrating with a few shots of Crown. Don't you worry, I will take a sho...

From: laurbar84

Richie!!! 6 months ago today I lost the most important man in my life: you. I still haven't dealt with it. I know you...

From: laurbar84

Love you, Richie<3

From: laurbar84

.... Ahhh the beach and ocean will always remind me of you. It will always be our place...I can't wait til I have ...

Biography

Fathers Name:	Thomas
Mothers Name:	Laura
Spouse's Name:	Michele
Children's Names:	Ricky, Anthony, and Lauren.
Siblings Names:	Tom
Country of Birth:	USA
Country of Residence:	USA
City of Residence:	Collingdale, PA
Occupation:	Other
Marital Status:	Married
Religion:	Other

Interests

Favourite Sport:	Golf
Favourite Book:	Ones that contained information about the wars and fishing.
Favourite Movie:	Rich enjoyed many movies but his favorite were ones packed with tons of action and adventure.
Favourite Music Genre:	Other
Favourite Artist:	Evelyn "Champagne" King and many others.

Passing

Place of Passing:	Fitzgerald Mercy Hospital
Date of Passing:	27 February 2009
Cause of Passing:	Massive Heart Attack
Type of Funeral:	Veiwing and Church Service
Place of Burial:	Cremation