Terence "Terry" Alan Kennedy

Terence Alan Kennedy, 57, of Halifax, N.S., passed away surrounded by friends and family on September 17th, 2017 on 3A-ICU VGH. He was born in Meaford, Ontario, to Russell and Jean (deceased) Kennedy. He is survived by his beloved wife, Tina Delaplante; daughter, Bethany Lynn Walsh; his siblings, Ian Kennedy, Lorraine Wilder, Theresa (Rick)Collins and special family members - Fern Vereshack, Sandra Kennedy, Sonia (Steve) Rideout and Courtney MacKenzie.

Terry was an outgoing, rambunctious child. He focused his childhood enthusiasm into making others laugh, playing sports and terrorizing his sisters. As he grew older, he continued to gibe and cajole, enjoying the exchange of wits and good-natured banter, with everyone who knew him. Annoying and loud at times, he hid a soft and sentimental soul that only those closest to him were able to see.

He joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1979 and lived "the no life like it" to the max, traveled, explored and befriended people from every walk of life. He was honorably released in 2009. He worked for Commissioners N.S. until health issues forced him into complete retirement, November 2014.

Throughout his life, sports shaped the man he was. He believed in teamwork. Always give your very best efforts. Play fairly and follow the rules. Laugh a lot, be silly and don't take yourself too seriously. He was fiercely loyal and trustworthy and went above and beyond for the people under his command. He loved the LEAFS and will be so disappointed if this is "finally their year". He loved the BRONCOS and everything FOOTBALL. He played for the Navy with his mates, he coached, and finally refereed the game he so loved. Ever fair, his loud voice paid off as he called the shots to players, coaches and fans alike.

Terry often said "You can't pick the family you're born with, but you can pick the friends you want to call "family". I'm lucky enough to have both". He loved and protected us all. Fair finds and following seas Terry. Stand down, your watch is done.

Visitation will be held at J.A. Snow Funeral Home, 339 Lacewood Drive, Halifax, N.S., on Thursday, September 21, 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A Celebration Service will be held on Friday, September 22nd at 2 pm. Family flowers only please. Donations may be made to Football NS or the Kidney Foundation of Nova Scotia. Thank you to the staff of 3A-ICU for your care and compassion.