Waynesville, NC - Shirley "Jean" Kennedy, age 79 passed away Thursday, November 22, 2018. She was born in Avondale, WV on May 10, 1939 to the late John and Stella Mitchem.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by husband, Gillespie "Gene" Kennedy.
Left to cherish her memory is her son, Marty Kennedy and wife, Terri of Fort Mill, SC and daughter, Vickie Motz and husband, Darin of Wyndon, MN; She had six grandchildren and one great grandchild; and her fiancé, Lynn Overman.
The family will receive friends Monday, November 26, 2018 from 9:30 am to 11 am at Garrett Funeral Home. Funeral services will begin at 11 am in the Chapel of Garrett Funeral Home.
Private interment will be held at Garrett Hillcrest Memorial Park.
A message of comfort may be made to the family at www.garrettfuneralsandcremations.com