Bernard “Bernie” Russel Kennedy Jr.
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A Celebration of Life for Bernard “Bernie” Russel Kennedy Jr., 81, Lawrence, KS is scheduled for 2:00 PM, Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Bernie passed away April 7, 2025, at LMH Health.
Bernie was born October 26, 1943, in Lawrence, KS, the son of Bernard Sr. and Bernice (Goff) Kennedy.
Bernie is survived by his daughters, Kelli Kennedy, Amy (Logan) Hastings, one granddaughter, Ashton Hastings, and Bernie’s life partner, Sandee Kennedy.
Bernie was preceded in death by his parents, sister Carolyn (John) Kirby, and brother, Rory Kennedy Sr.
The family suggests memorials in Bernie’s name to The American Heart Association and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary 120 W. 13th St. Lawrence, KS 66044.
For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com.
I’m so sorry to see news of Bernie’s passing. He was always a calm, kind parental figure when we were kids. Such a good person. Sending my love and condolences to the family.
I’m so sorry that Bernie has passed. Such a sweet sweet man who was the rock in my Sister’s (Sandee) life. I will miss Bernie and the love he spread to all he knew. Hoping he’s enjoying pool and golf at this very moment.
My deepest condolences to his family, long- time friends and his partner in life.