She was born in Durant, Oklahoma on October 8, 1933. Jean graduated from Durant High School. She was married to Hirom Monroe Kennamer Jr. on August 26, 1950. Throughout her life, Jean had a passion for reading, watching movies, sewing, and crossword puzzles.
She is survived by her daughter; Rebecca Kennamer, son; Gary Kennamer, and grandchildren; Angeline Collier and Erin Lentz.