Richard (Dick) James Kennedy, 83, of Knoxville, passed away Friday, April 26, 2019. Dick was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Dick was a professional player, coach and manager with the Cincinnati Reds baseball organization and retired from Eagle Distributing in Knoxville. He was preceded in death by parents, Robert Sr. and Gertrude Kennedy; brother, Robert Kennedy Jr; sister-in-law; Sara Kennedy; brother-in-law, Bill Horner. Dick is survived by Wife of 52 years, Bettye (Horner) Kennedy; daughter, Laura Anderson; grandsons, Spencer and Deacon Anderson; sister and brother-in-law, Becky and Rick Riddle; sister-in-law’s, Sandra Kennedy and Betty M. Horner; brother-in-law Jack Horner and sister-in-law, Janice Horner; special friend Judy Martin; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. The family will receive friends Tuesday, April 30, 2019 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Hwy. Service will follow at 7:00 pm with Rev. Jack Wilder officiating. Family and friends will meet Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at Woodlawn Cemetery for an 11:00 am graveside service. In lieu of flowers, donations made to Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6632 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920. Condolences may be offered at www.berryfuneralhome.com
