Thomas J. "T.K." Kennedy

Thomas J. "T. K." Kennedy, 69, passed away on June 14, 2015 following a brief illness. He was born in St. Catharines, Ontario on June 2, 1946. T.K. was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and worked at Republic –LTV Steel until his retirement. A dedicated family man. He loved BBQ, trains, NASCAR Racing, music and hanging out with friends. He is survived by his wife , Barbara (Kinnerson) Kennedy, whom he married on August 3, 1990; five children, John Kennedy of Sun City, AZ, Melissa Rhodes of Bolivar, Tracy (Eric Norris) Isner of Mineral City, Candace (Jesse) Murphy of Navarre and Melinda Roe of Massillon; six grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, John C. & Rita T. (Manley) Kennedy and a brother, Patrick Kennedy. A private military service will be held in Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman at a later date. Messages of condolence and support may be sent to the family at www.paquelet.com Paquelet Funeral Home & Crematory 330-833-3222