Mrs. Dorothy Jean Kennedy

Mrs. Dorothy Jean Kennedy, who was 74 years old, passed away on March 4, 2025, in Mobile, Alabama. Originally from Stockton, Alabama, she spent time living in Bratt, Florida, and Pennsylvania before moving to Atmore in 1994. Dorothy was a devoted member of Halls Fork Assembly of God Church, where she enjoyed being part of her community. Her life touched many, and she will be remembered fondly by those who knew her. She loved spending time in her garden, where colorful flowers bloomed and vegetables grew. Her grandchildren brought her joy, often joining her as she crocheted cozy gifts for them. Always a giver, she poured her heart into sewing beautiful clothes and crafting special items, showcasing her talent as an amazing seamstress. She cherished her dogs, taking them along on adventures to Red Hill, her favorite spot. Traveling to new places excited her, and she found happiness in the simple pleasure of dipping her feet into cool creek water, feeling the gentle flow wash over her toes. She is preceded in death by her parents, Tommy (Julia Estelle Day) Stewart; brother, James Stewart; special sister, Frances Harrelson. She is survived by her loving husband on 55 years, James Kennedy of Atmore, Alabama; daughters, Janice (Jason) Parham of Atmore, Alabama, Shannon (Shaw) Evans of Canoe, Alabama, and Tracie Kennedy of McDavid, Florida; sisters, Marilyn Sanders of Pensacola, Florida, Judy (Thomas) Jensen of Pace, Florida, and Julia (Brad) Layman of Killen, Alabama; six grandchildren, Chelsea (Justin) Huggins, Kade Parham, Jordan Parham Blakely Shaw, Brynlie Shaw and Eli Evans; two great-grandchildren, Rogan Huggins and Rickie-Lynn Rose Huggins; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC with Bro. Joe Eddie Macks officiating. Visitation will be held Friday, March 7, 2025 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC. Pallbearers will be Jason Parham, Shaw Evans, Kade Parham, Eli Evans, Max Odom and Matthew Brook. Honorary Pallbearer Brad Shaw. Burial will follow at Christian Home Cemetery. Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC Atmore, Alabama is in charge of all arrangements.

Mrs. Dorothy Jean Kennedy

July 14, 1950 - March 4, 2025