William James Kennedy

Alexander Funeral Home of Cleveland announces the death of Mr. William James Kennedy. Mr. Kennedy, 58, passed away Wednesday December 5, 2012.
Memorial services are scheduled for Saturday December 8, 2012 at 12:00 pm from the funeral home chapel with Rev. Patrick Ballington officiating.

Mr. Kennedy was born in Brighton, MA on March 13 and resided in Athens Ga where he was employed by Pilgrim's Pride since 2007.
William was the much loved son of Jean Kennedy and the late Joseph Kennedy of Cleveland, Ga. He was the proud father of Billy Kennedy and Billy's wife Cheryl and a proud grandfather of Ryan Kennedy and Sean Kennedy.


He was the much loved and respected brother of Mary Jean Raab, Patricia Donato and her husband Steven Donato, Michael Kennedy, Christine Kennedy, and Daniel Kennedy. He was adored by his nieces and nephews Joe Kennedy, Erin Raab Bochat, Kyle Bochat, Bridie Rabb Rhinehart, Scott Rhinehart, Will Raab, Jeannie Kennedy, James Donato, Alina Donato, Christian Donato, Frank Donato, Danielle Kennedy, Jaelynn Bochat, Natalie Bochat, Connor Kennedy, and Mallory Bochat.



Mr. Kennedy will be missed for his many acts of kindness, his beautiful spirit and his wonderful, joyful sense of humor.
The family will receive friends Friday December 7, 2012 from 6 to 8 pm.

Charitable donations may be made in William's memory to the following organizations:

Hope House
257 Finley St.
Athens, Ga. 30601

Potters House
655 Potters House Rd.
Jefferson, Ga. 30549

Alexander Funeral Home of Cleveland (706) 865-1500 in charge of arrangements.