I just found out about Ron's passing- Dec 2013- two years too late. I was looking for an updated address.  Ron and I met at the Univ Hawaii-Manoa. We were roommates for two years and good friends. He was a groom's man at my wedding. I am saddened and shocked that this larger-than-life guy could be gone too soon.

Ron, I knew you as a gifted scientist, a colleague, and most importantly, as a friend. My shock on learning, belatedly, of your death is profound. I am seriously struggling to recognise the world without you in it, larger than life, prodigal in your generosity, scathing in your criticism, we are bereft. The world is a poorer place for your passing, as am I, because you still owe me a beer!

I am in total Shock I just this weekend learned of Rons passing. we go back to Highschool he was part of the 50 lap club on the football team.  Ron and I emailed each other about a year ago and talked of old times.. It breaks my heart to hear this news..

I just found out at a conference about Dr. Ron Kennedy's loss and I am totally shocked. I cannot find myself believing that Ron, who was larger than life is gone. He was an amazing individual, a great leader, a brilliant scientist, a genuine friend. I met him a few years ago while working together on NCI review committees and his intellectual energy and personal charisma were unique. Ron Kennedy was truly a great man! Your spirit will always be with us Ron! My deepest sympathy to his family. 
Natasha Kyprianou
Lexington, KY

Ron and I met at University of Hawaii in the Microbiology Dept.  He was so full of life.  Bit crazy but way fun.  I visited his home in Connecticut on vacation.  Went duck hunting then drove to Vermont for skiing.  It was all wild and fun.  We went through cases of beer if I recall.  Will miss is spirit.  I think all who knew him will as well.  Ron will live on in my memory for sure.

Ron picked me up at the airport when I arrived to start grad school at UH in 1979 - he put me up for a few weeks and pretty much talked me into joining Al Bennedict's lab.  He had a true enthusium for science that rubbed off on everyone else.  He was the star of the department. But also a real prince amoung men - the go-to-guy,  with both the capabilities and the heart to help you out in any situation.  On top of all that - Ron was a larger-than-life, certified Crazy-man - he was lot of fun to know. May he be justly rewarded in the next life.

I learned about Ron's passing from Ed Siwak. I was doing a Master's while Ron was getting his Ph.D.  He was always nice, even when he wanted to use the autoclaves and I was using both of them. Mahalo for that.

Ron was the very first student I met when I touched down in Hawaii, both us us getting ready for graduate school. There were good times and turbulent times but no really bad times with "Bubba" Kennedy. Ah, the stories I COULD tell; a couple of other people in the guest book certainly know what I mean. Ron, you will be missed. Ron is mainly responsible for me being in Texas and for my presence at Baylor College of Med. here in Houston. I will raise a Bud long-neck in your memory tonight! Aloha, brah ... you will be missed!

Ron and I obtained our Ph.D.s from the same lab under Al Benedict at the University of Hawaii in the early 80's.  We were roommates for awhile until he graduated.  Shared some really nice times running around Oahu (he was a pretty good runner back then).  Attended his wedding in Honolulu.  Visited with him when he was in San Antonio.  Always entertaining at meetings, never a dull moment.  We'll miss you buddy.

Aw Ron, I miss you man!
Aloha, aloha, aloha o'e.

Ron will be deeply missed by all of his friends. He was a great scientist and a good friend. Ron always put a smile on everyone who knew him. Our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

Ron was so sweet to come and visit my late husband Donnie at UMC. Donnie would cheer up, when he saw Ron. Ron was so giving of his time, money and I really appreciated his love for Donnie. I will always remember those ostrich boots Ron wore.

Sandy Snowden

We will all miss Ron he was a blessing to medical research and a great man.

To Ron's family and friends, my deepest condolences.  I learned of Ron's passing this past Wednesday evening and still can't quite believe it. I've known Ron for over 12 years as a colleague and as a friend. He served as a member of the National Cancer Institute Basic Sciences Subcommittee which I managed, and we worked together on numerous NIH reviews over the years.  Ron was among the smartest people I have known, and his deep commitment to science was recognized by all who knew him.  He was a unique individual in many ways, and most of all genuine and extremely kind.  Needless to say, I was very fond of him - Ron will be missed greatly.

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3 décembre 1954 – 29 juin 2011

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