Beloved husband of Peggy Aubert Kennedy, for 40 years. Loving father of Michael Kennedy, Patrick Kennedy (Stacie), Ross Kennedy (Michael). Grandfather of Lisa Kennedy, Stephanie Kennedy, and Seana Kennedy. Great grandfather of Aubrey Hackler, Kinzleigh Hackler, Paisley Kennedy, A.J. Kennedy, and Carter Minjarez. Son of the late Andrew Kennedy and Wanda Abel Kennedy. Brother of James Kennedy (Bonnie) and the late Andrea Coyle. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Michael proudly served in the US Navy for 8 years, as an Electronics Technician Nuclear Third Class Petty Officer, where he served on the USS Enterprise CVA N 65 and taught Nuclear Power School. He was present on the ship during the USS Enterprise fire in Pearl Harbor on January 14, 1969. He was an extremely punctual person, arriving to meetings hours early. Avid outdoorsmen, including hunting and fishing. Loved spending time with his family and would tell jokes to anyone that would listen. Always willing to give a helping hand to neighbors.

The bottom line is that relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation and Funeral Mass at St. Philip Catholic Church, 1175 LA-18, Vacherie, LA on Thursday, February 22, 2024. Visitation at church from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Our Lady of Peace Mausoleum, Vacherie, LA. Arrangements by Rose Lynn Funeral Home. To view or sign the online guest book, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, the family would ask that you consider donating to the Southeastern Louisiana War Veterans Home, where Mike lived since July 2023, or the Fisher House Foundation which provides Veterans and families accommodations at VA facilities at no charge.