John B. Kennedy

John Brian Kennedy, age 66, died Saturday, August 19, 2023, at his home in Frenchtown Borough, NJ.

Born September 8, 1956, in Montclair, NJ, John was the son of the late John Robert and Jean Marie (Murrin) Kennedy.

He began work for Conrail – first as a signalman and eventually as a Supervisor for many years until his retirement.

John was an avid sports fan, rooting for the Jets, Giants, and Yankees. He also enjoyed golf.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother-in-law, the late William Daniels.

John is survived by his two daughters, Kayla Kennedy of Roseland, NJ, and Melissa Kennedy of Springfield, OR, as well as his sister, Kathleen Daniels of Milford, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in John’s name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105.

Private services and interment in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Montclair, NJ will take place at a later date.

Funeral arrangements and cremation services are under the direction of Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ 08822. For further information or to leave an online condolence, please visit John’s Tribute Wall at www.holcombefisher.com.

Matthew 5:3-12

Blessed are the poor in spirit,

for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Blessed are those who mourn,

for they will be comforted.

Blessed are the meek,

for they will inherit the earth.

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,

for they will be filled.

Blessed are the merciful,

for they will be shown mercy.

Blessed are the pure in heart,

for they will see God.

Blessed are the peacemakers,

for they will be called children of God.

Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,

for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. 12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

AN IRISH BLESSING

May the road rise up to meet you

May the wind be always at your back

May the sun shine warm upon your face;

the rains fall soft upon your fields and

until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.

AMEN