Theodore Kennedy, Sr.

Theodore “Ted” Kennedy, Sr., a retired Lab Technician and Entrepreneur, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at the age of 71. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Ted, as he is affectionately known to family and friends served his country as a member of the United States Navy. He received many medals and commendation for his military service which include, Vietnam Service Medal (2 Bronze Stars), National Defense Service Medal and Vietnam Campaign Medal. Loving husband of Anita Kennedy. Devoted father of Theodore Kennedy, Jr., Cedrick Kennedy, Sr., Kristen Kennedy Van Court, and the late Corey A. Kennedy, Sr. Son of the late Alfred Wesley and Annie Mae Kennedy. Stepson of Evelyn Wesley. Grandson of the late Bob and Leslie Thompson. Brother of Willie Kennedy, Van Ray “Crow” Kennedy, Jerry “Jake’ Kennedy, and the late Nathaniel “Nat” Kennedy, Darryl Kennedy, John Marie Kennedy, and Corey Anthony Kennedy. Theodore is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of Fischer Community Church, First New Testament Church, and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Fischer Community Church, 1737 L. B. Landry Ave., New Orleans, LA on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at 10:00a.m. Pastor James Nelson Brown, host pastor; Pastor Alan K. Creecy, Sr. of Hill of Zion MBC, officiating Visitation will begin at 9:00a.m. at the above named church. Interment: Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery-Slidell, LA Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.