Jerry Lee Kennedy Sr.

May 23, 1962 ~
July 23, 2023

Jerry Lee Kennedy Sr, age 61, of Wyoming, passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Cleo Kennedy. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Jerry Kennedy Jr. and Rachael Hirst, Brian Kennedy, Eric and Stephanie Kennedy, Michael Kennedy, Anna and Ashley Mendoza; grandchildren, Angel, Nevaeh, Alayna, Kensleigh, Audrey, Bristol, Cylee, Ryder, Anastin, Azariah; girlfriend, Irma Mendoza; siblings, Carol (Jay, deceased), Jimmy and Shelly, Mary, John and Stephanie; extended family and friends; loving dog and best friend, Arrow. Jerry owned and operated a truck repair business named On Time Reconditioning, working alongside his sons. Memorial services will be held Saturday, July 29, 2023 at 11 am at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4646 Kalamazoo Avenue SE, Kentwood, with Rev. Dennis Gilbert officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family for one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Those who wish may make memorial contributions for funeral expenses by calling the funeral home at 616-243-0176.

Visitation: Saturday, July 29 | 10:00am - 11:00am

Visitation
Saturday, July 29
10:00am - 11:00am

MKD - Kentwood
4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE
Kentwood, MI 49508
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Phone: (616) 455-1535

Memorial Service: Saturday, July 29 | 11:00am

Memorial Service
Saturday, July 29
11:00am

MKD - Kentwood
4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE
Kentwood, MI 49508
Get Directions

Phone: (616) 455-1535

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August 03, 2023

I am very sorry I missed the funeral service - he was such a good neighbor.

- Dale Zalaoras

July 25, 2023

Jerry was the 4th of 5 children so he had plenty of time to learn all the tricks a family of 5 children can cook up, and he became a master at all the tricks ! Jerry had the best humor of us all and he always had a smile and a hello for me. He was such a unique man. He started his business with very little funding and he made it such a success !! I know one of the reasons he started his business is so his 4 sons would always stay close to him, his family was so important to him. He could also be very compassionate, but he wouldn't want anyone to know this. When my husband died, Jerry made sure he was by our side supporting our family and letting us know he would always be there if we needed him. He also made sure to call every so often and I can still hear him saying ":hey whats up?" " What ya been up to?" I will miss you so much little brother, but you shall always remain in my memories and my heart. Until I see you again, don't give Jay to hard a time !!!

- Carol Kennedy Conklin

July 25, 2023

I am so sad to hear of Jerry's passing. He was a great customer, always smiling and always brought Arrow in for a treat. I will miss their visits very much. Prayers to family for your loss.

- Michele Spicer

July 25, 2023

Jerry was an extremely talented man, a true master of his craft! Knowing him for over 25 years he and I worked together and played. We liked to work hard and play hard. I will truly miss the time I got to see him when I came back to town. Lots of fun times racing, working, and drinking beers. I m sorry for the boys and Irma and the rest of the large family and friends that Jerry touched. RIP JERRY

- Steve Sevigny