Vince Kennedy

February 17, 1932 - September 30, 2020

Vince Kennedy Jefferson, Iowa Date of Death: September 30, 2020 Vincent Eugene Kennedy was born February 17, 1932 in Greene County, Iowa. He was the youngest son of Thomas and Luella (Tiffany) Kennedy. Vince attended East Greene High School. In 1952, Vince entered the United States Army. He served his country during the Korean Conflict and was honorably discharged in 1954. Upon his return to Iowa, he met and married Doris Jean Garnett of Scranton, Iowa. Together they raised five children. Vince and Doris farmed for several years until Vince went to work for the United States Postal Service. He worked as a clerk for 30 years. In the evenings he provided janitorial services for local businesses. He also worked for Dial America. When Vince retired from the post office he enjoyed doing seasonal farm work. Vince was an avid sports fan who never missed his children’s or grandchildren’s games. Vince also enjoyed going to the casino with his dear friend, Don. Vince loved family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandpa and papa. Vince was also a beloved uncle and friend. Vincent Eugene Kennedy passed away at his home in Jefferson, Iowa on September 30, 2020. He was 88 years of age. His quick wit and smile will be missed by many. Vince is survived by his wife of 64 years, Doris Jean Kennedy; his children: Becky Kennedy of Mediapolis, IA; John Kennedy (Renee Minnehan) of Carroll, IA; Denise (Dean) Promes of Jefferson, IA and Thomas Kennedy of Jefferson, IA; and brothers : Jerry (Janice) Kennedy of Grand Junction, IA and Dick (Janet) Kennedy of Jefferson, IA; daughter-in-law, Diane Kennedy of Jefferson; grandchildren: Tiffany (John) Hupp, Kayla Promes, Joe Promes, Jennifer Kennedy, Marissa Promes, Morgan Minnehan, Hannah Promes, Michael Kennedy, Nathan Kennedy and great grandchildren, Zachary, Easton, and Jett Hupp; nieces; nephews; other relatives; and many friends. Vince was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Mary Jane Wells; and a son, Robert Dean Kennedy. Services will be held 10:30 am Monday, October 5, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Jefferson. Interment will be at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, Jefferson. Visitation with the family present to greet friends will be from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Sunday, October 4, 2020 at Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home in Jefferson. The family requests that everyone wear masks. Online condolences may be left at www.sliningerschroeder.com. Slininger-Schroeder Funeral Home 515-386-2171