Marquis Shamar Kennedy, known to everyone as “Mark” was born on May 28, 1982, Son of Wanda and Tony Weatherspoon. Grandson of Esther Rosine Tave and Pauline Weatherspoon. Great-Grandson of Johnny and Esther Kennedy, all who proceeded him in death.
Marquis was educated in the Detroit Public School System. He had a love for basketball, and many would joke and ask, “How do your sneakers stay so clean”. He was a joker who had a million-dollar smile that would light up any room.
Marquis dated and fell in love with “Brittney Williams”. After years of dating, they took a leap of Faith and moved to Dallas, Texas in June of 2010. On May 17, 2013, Marquis and Brittney was married and to this beautiful union Marquis Shamar Kennedy II was born.
Marquis continued his education in Texas by receiving an Associate Degree at Dallas College in December of 2015. A Bachelor’ Degree at the University of Texas at Dallas in May of 2019. Marquis was determined to complete his education as he recently received his Master’s Degree at the University of North Texas at Dallas in May of 2022.
In pursuing his degrees in Criminology, his ultimate goal was to become a police officer. Marquis began this journey as an Arlington, Texas Recruit Officer in July of 2022.
Marquis was a mentor at the Boys and Girls Club. He was a Dedicated, Caring and Loving Father. A Devoted Husband, Remarkable Son, and Brother. He loved being a leader and advisor to not just his family, but the community.
Marquis was a Detroit Native, where he was loved by so many. Especially, the bond he created amongst his Cousins. He was raised to show and be about love. Who would have thought Mark had so much love for the winter season here in Michigan.
On Sunday, September 25th, 2022, at 2:35am, Marquis received his wings. He leaves to cherish his loving memory: his wife, Brittney Kennedy; son, Marquis Sharmar Kennedy, II; Parents, Wanda and Tony Weatherspoon; Siblings, Taneisha Kennedy, Tamika Jenkins (Kenneth), Tony Weatherspoon, Jr, Marshall McClendon and Adesola Ford; Mother-in-law, Tangela Jones; Father-in-law, Calvin Williams; Grandmother, Gladys Harper and The Harper Family; Goddaughter, Dailiya Kennedy; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
A visitation for Marquis will be held Wednesday, October 5, 2022 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Moore Funeral Home, 1219 North Davis Drive, Arlington, TX 76012. A funeral service will occur Thursday, October 6, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 5415 Matlock Rd, Arlington, TX 76018.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.moore-funeralhome.com for the KENNEDY family.
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