Johnnie was a son of the late Danny and Elizabeth (Bennett) Kennedy. Born on October 22, 1950, he was one of 14 children.
He is survived by his 5 children, Donald (Nya), Frenchvale; Joey (Julie), Mabou Harbour; Ashley (Phil), Cheticamp; Randy (Cassandra), St. Joseph's D'Moine; and Bradley ( Montana), Langley B.C.
He is also survived by his wife, Ethel, Inverness; 16 grandchildren, Emma, Katie, Vada, Reid, Ashton, Chantal, Layla, Callie, Joey, Skye, Allie, Waylon, Kaleb, Ciara, Randy and Kaitlyn; sisters, Josephine, Jacqueline (John), Irene and Dianne; brothers, Ernest (Donelda), Donnie (Diana), Greg (Irene) and Angus and numerous nieces and nephews and last but not least his buddy "Duke".
Johnnie dearly loved his family and the light of his life was his grandchildren. He loved the outdoors. he worked in the woods and with local fisherman until he was no longer able to. He enjoyed a good cup of tea, hunting, fishing, a game of cards, the races and his iPad. He was an avid sports fan and the Montreal Canadians were his favorite team.
Besides his parents, Johnnie was predeceased by sisters, Mary, Marguerite and Patsy; brothers, Alex Neil and Hector.
He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
We would like to express our thanks to the staff of Sacred Heart Hospital. Special thanks family doctor, Dr. Paul Sonier, Social Worker, Vicky Chaisson and to all other Health Care Professionals who cared for Johnnie during his illness, your kindness will never be forgotten.
Cremation has taken place. Graveside service will be held on July 3 at 11 a.m. in St. Margaret of Scotland Cemetery, Broad Cove.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Margaret of Scotland Parish Cemetery Fund, Broad Cove, Talbot House, Frenchvale or to a charity of one's choice.
Online condolences may be made to: www.invermessfuneralhome.com
