Death date: Dec 14, 2015
William D. Kennedy, 94, a lifelong resident of Lawrence, MA passed away on Monday, December 14, 2015 at the Nevins Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Methuen. Born in Lawrence, William was a graduate of Lawrence High School. He Read Obituary
To the family of W. Donald Kennedy: I was an algebra student of Mr. Kennedy at LHS. He was a kind, generous, and patient man. Over the years, I often told the story of how I would go for extra help nearly every week...and Mr. Kennedy never lost patient with me. Algebra was a foreign language to me! Mr. Kennedy "gave" me a passing grade because (his words) of my perseverance. I am very sorry for your loss of this good man. Sincerely, Janet (Cuomo) McSweeney
Kathy, so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a great teacher and a wonderful Asst. Principal. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. He was the best teacher at good ole LHS. He tried so hard to teach me geometry. I just couldn't get it. But was always so understanding. I glad to see he lived to a ripe old age. My condolences to you and your family
Dear Kathleen [and the entire Kennedy family], I am very sorry to learn of your father's recent passing. He touched and enriched many lives during his long tenure at Lawrence High School and those he influenced are better individuals today as a result of his efforts. The loss of a parent is a difficult time. It does not matter their age or the state of their health, we miss our parents when they are gone. My sincere sympathy to you and your entire family. Regards, Stan Greenwood
Dear Kennedy Family. I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I have wonderful memories of LHS and Tower Hill with your family! God Bless you all. Peace and prayers during your time of loss. Love to all...
RIP. A great educator, a great person. I was one of many he helped in his tenure at LHS. And he was a war hero, another of the Greatest Generation. Kathleen and I spoke of him a few times over the last couple of years. Sympathies to the family. He will live on in our memories.
Dear Kathy and Mrs. Kennedy, Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I remember our Friday night pancake suppers. Although pancakes were never my favorite, even to this day, I'll always remember being with your family and being part of a tradition. Take care. You are in my thoughts. Paula
Your parents were my parents, your home was always my home, warm and welcoming. Will never forget the tuna sandwiches, rides to school and all the love! Great memories of growing up on Towerhill with you.... My deepest condolences..
Kathy, I am so sorry for your loss. Your memories of your father will be with you and his spirit will be in your heart. Ronnee Greenstein
Dear Kathy, Your Dad was one of the most kind and supportive people I have ever known. He was a wonderful teacher and principal. He was an incredible role model for those of us who became teachers. Hopefully your grief will certainly be replaced with all the wonderful memories, his former students will be sharing with you and your family. Sincerely, Paula Hutton
