Gerald Wayne Kennedy, also known as Jerry Kennedy, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away at the age of 73 years and 12 days on Saturday July 26, 2025, peacefully at home.

Jerry was born at Elmendorf Air Force Base in Anchorage Alaska on July 14, 1952, to Bill and Imogene Kennedy. Jerry married Darlene Underhill in May of 1972. He is survived by his loving and caring wife of 53 years Darlene Kennedy of Sherman, Texas. He is survived by his Son Brian Kennedy and Spouse Terry Kennedy of Sadler, Texas. Granddaughter Amber Overturf of Denison Texas. He is survived by his other son Chad Kennedy and Significant Other Samantha Stevens of Whitesboro, Texas. Granddaughters Sarah, Samantha, and Presley Kennedy as well as grandson Caleb Kennedy. Jerry's only daughter is Angela Hill and spouse Ben Hill of Dublin, North Carolina. Granddaughters Alyssa and Kenadie Hill.  He is survived by his dad Bill Kennedy and spouse Bettie Kennedy of Tyler, Texas. Jerry's brother is Eddie Kennedy and the spouse Carol Kennedy of Sherman, Texas. He is survived by his brother Billy Kennedy of Tyler, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his mother Imogene Kennedy, Brother Steve Kennedy, and sister Cathy Jones.

Jerry will always be known to those who knew him best for his laughter, joke telling, his loyalty and devotion to his family, and loving and generous personality. He will always be in our hearts and memories. He will be missed but never forgotten.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested that if you want to do so, please make a donation to your favorite charity or a donation to dementia/Alzheimer's research.

SERVICE

A celebration of life and remembrance service will be held at Joshua's Crossing Church On August 11, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The address of the church is:

Joshua's Crossing Church

7201 Fm 691 Denison, Tx. 75020