Darlene "Cookie" Kennedy, age 59, passed away on Monday April 28, 2014 of heart failure. Beloved wife of James Thomas Kennedy. Mother of Colleen Kennedy Dykes (Richard), Brian James Kennedy, and the Late Kevin Patrick Kennedy. Grammy to Annie, Layla, and Molly Dykes. Daughter of Dolores Cadaro. Sister of Sheila Walls Kirkland, Danny Walls, Jane Walls Lindley, and the late Kurt Sammy Walls. She was a member of the Vineyard Church and an active member of the Harahan Senior Center. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend the Celebration of her Life at The Vineyard Church, 4340 Sal Lentini Pkwy, Kenner, LA 70065 on Friday, May 2, 2014 at 12:00. Visitation will be from 10:00-12:00. Guests may sign the online book at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.