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Charles Ambrose Kennedy

Oct 23, 1952 - Jun 12, 2022

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A funeral Mass for Charlie Kennedy was held Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at 2:00 PM at Divine Mercy Parish - St. John's Catholic Church in Bancroft. The Funeral was livestreamed on the Divine Mercy Catholic Parish YouTube page. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQibvUKc-1o Memorials may be directed t...

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Jun 21

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
2:00 pm

Divine Mercy Parish ~ St. John the Baptist Church

204 S Summit Ave
Bancroft, IA 50517

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Jun 21

Visitation

Tuesday, June 21, 2022
3:45 pm - 7:00 pm

Summit Center

304 South Summit Street
Bancroft, IA 50517

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Charles Ambrose Kennedy

October 23, 1952 - June 12, 2022

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Jerry Johnson June 27, 2022

Ellengray - I was shocked to hear of the passing of Charles. I had the privilege of knowing Charles as a student at the School of Business. He was not only a fine student but also a good person. My thoughts are with you. Jerry Johnson, Dean Emeritus, School of Business

Mary Kay deJesus June 26, 2022

Ellengray - I, along with a few others in the Theta house, watched the beginning of your wonderful 45 year relationship and knew it was a great match. All the tributes for Charlie mention his kindness, love, fairness and dedication but what we knew in those early days of your relationship that he chose as his wife, someone that exhibited those same attributes. I will love you forever Ellengray. I am so terribly sad about your loss. TLAM, Mary Kay

Jeffrey Jungman June 21, 2022

Ellengray - I am so very sorry to hear about Charlie. I really enjoyed working with him when you folks were in Des Moines. My sincere and heartfelt condolences.

Jeff Jungman

Marty Trepp June 21, 2022

I am so sorry to hear about Charlie's passing. My thoughts and prayers to the entire Kennedy Family. Charlie was a gentleman and a very kind soul. I always enjoyed talking with him about a lot more than just banking.

Barbara Nemmers June 20, 2022

Deepest sympathy to you Ellengray and the whole Kennedy family. Charlie gave me my first job even when I had no experience. I will always appreciate his willingness to give me a chance. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Barb and Craig Nemmers

Judy Cook June 18, 2022

Ellengray so very sorry for your loss! Charlie was such a kind and lovely man. Prayers for you and your family.

Betty Harms June 18, 2022

Deepest sympathy to Charlie’s family. He will be missed by so many life's he has touched. Thoughts and prayers to all. Harris and Betty Harms

Ken Bollig June 17, 2022

Ellengray, Patrick and Stuart and all the Kennedy family, We are very saddened to hear about Charlie's passing. He was such a blessing to the community and all the people around him. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken and Katie Bollig

Jane Higgins Johnston June 15, 2022

Just learned of Charlie’s passing. I would like to send my deepest sympathy to the Kennedy family. R.I.P. Charlie.

Laurie DeGroff June 14, 2022

To all the Kennedy’s and extended family and friends, we share in your sadness. May the many memories and Charlie’s legacy carry you through. Our deepest sympathies to all.
Dave & Laurie (Ferguson) DeGroff

Jerry Miller June 14, 2022

Charlie was a kind and generous man. He was not the sort of man who only talked about loving his neighbor, he actually did things to show his love. Our prayers are with Ellengray and the rest of the family. Pastor Jerry Miller

Karen Laubenthal Chaput June 14, 2022

To Charlies family
Condolences to all of u. Charlie was a great guy. So sorry to hear of the the lose. He was a great guy. RIP Charlee..
Gary anKaren Chaput.

Marie Kemna June 14, 2022

My Deepest Sympathy, Ellengray & sons, for your lose, May the Lord be with you always.

Pastor Glenn Wilson June 14, 2022

We sadly learned of the passing of a cherished friend, Charlie Kennedy of Bancroft. He was a truly wonderful person who touched many people and made their lives better. He was a great man. He worked hard to serve his church and community. The world was a better place because Charlie was in it. He and his dear wife, Ellengray, were always willing to lend support to good causes. Along wth Victoria Koesler, Charlie created Backstage in Bancroft, bringing a number of fun plays to Kossuth County over the last decade. I was lucky to be a part of a number of them. I will always be grateful to Charlie for making it all happen. I have never met a nicer man than Charlie. It was a great blessing to know him and be his friend. Our prayers go up for his wife and family. Look forward to seeing him again in Heaven.

Kerry June 14, 2022

Ellengray, Patrick’ Stuart and families

I am so sorry about your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time.

Kerry and Tony Kahler

Sylvia Hildman June 14, 2022

Hugs to you Ellengray, and to you and your family I send my Deepest Sympathy . May God bless you with strength and comfort in the days ahead.

Alison Angstrom June 14, 2022

Stu, Jess, and the whole Kennedy family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers
Alison Angstrom and Family

Sara Brinker June 13, 2022

Ellengray, Sons and the Kennedy family,

I’m so very sorry for your loss. May the memories and love you shared bring your comfort in your sorrow. God bless you all.

Sara (Ulses) Brinker

Dona Nielsen June 13, 2022

Ellengray and family my sympathies and prayers.

Anne Kollasch June 13, 2022

CandleEllengray and all sorry to hear about charlie may he RIP. Prayers for the famly

Maureen Fitzgerald June 13, 2022

Ellengray and all the Kennedy family,
Charlie is one of a kind, with a smile and a helping hand to many. My heart goes out to all of you, and I will keep you in my ongoing prayers.

Ed & Julie Degen June 13, 2022

Ellengray and Family,

Our prayers go with you and the entire Kennedy family. Charlie’s crooked smile and warm insightful conversations will be missed on our travels home. He is a special soul.

Ed & Julie Degen

Linda & LeRoy Sukalski June 12, 2022

Ellengray & all the family,
Our hearts go out yo you. In this difficult past year, we are so glad you were able to have more good times and to enjoy special memories together to cherish in the future. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you.

Stan and Mary Lowe June 12, 2022

Ellengray and family
We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Charlie will be missed by so many. He fought a good fight and now in heaven rejoicing with our Lord. Am sure Mom and Dad welcomed him with open arms. No more pain for him. Lots of memories to share amongst all of you with laughter and tears.
God Bless

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