John W. Kenney

MADISON – John W. Kenney, 60, of Madison passed away unexpectedly at his home on Nov. 3, 2023. He was born on Nov. 17, 1962 in Lawrence, Mass., the son of Margret and Edmund Kenney.

John graduated from Madison Memorial High School, his love and interest of automobiles lead him to long career in the auto business. For the past 20 plus years being the manager at O’Reillys Auto Parts.

John proudly began his brother-ship in the Masons under the tutelage of his uncle, Emil Kenney. John reached the level of Third Degree Mason of which he was very proud. John was Past Master several times, he was very active with Masonic events throughout the community, and he took pride in the Mason’s Hot Dog Stand he tended to many summer’s at the New Portland Fair.

He was very kind and easy going, and always found a way to see the good in everyone. He was definitely a people person. John was a diehard patriots fan, and he loved spending time at camps on Embden and Kingsbury Ponds where he enjoyed fishing and hunting and being with family.

John is survived by his brother Tim and his favorite sister-in-law, Laurie of Florida, his sister Kristy Schlageter and her husband Carl of Tennessee, and his brother William Kenney also of Tennessee. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, many cousins, especially those that lived close to him; as well as lots of friends.

He was predeceased by Thomas Kenney, several cousins, and one of his greatest mentors Uncle Emil.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023 at 12:00 noon at the Euclid Masonic Hall 13 Maxim Street, Madison. Burial will follow in Forest Hill Cemetery, Park Street Madison .

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Giberson Funeral Home and Cremation Services. To leave a condolence for the family and to view the online obituary, please visit www.gibersonfuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations be made to:

Euclid Masonic Hall # 194

C/O James Owens

567 Main Street

Madison, ME 04950