Kenny, Philip Leslie, LCDR (Ret'd)  - Mahone Bay

With great sadness, the family announces the death of Phil Kenny on May 11, 2011, after a brief bout with cancer.

Phil was born in Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire on July 11, 1946,  son of Leslie and Audrey (Turner) who survive him.

He joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 1964 and achieved his commission through HMCS Venture.  His fondest Navy memories are of his classmates and their reunions.  He served on several ships and bases, including a memorable two years on HMCS Bonaventure, had postings to the United States and to NATO in the United Kingdom and closed out his 31 year career as Commanding Officer of CFS Shelburne.

On retirement in 1994 he became the first Manager of the Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce, Chairperson for the LaHave Fire Department, Chairperson of Fort Point Museum, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Mahone Bay Centre.

He will be deeply missed by Carol (O'Neil), his wife, life partner and best friend of over 43 years; his daughter, Jennifer and grandsons Tyler and Zachary, Lucasville; daughter, Erin (Dave) of Beaverbank; his sister Angela Moss, and many adored nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Phil's name to SHAID Tree Animal Shelter or the charity of your choice.  He will be greatly missed.  A gathering to celebrate Phil's life will be held 2-4 pm, Saturday, June 11, in Mahone Bay Centre, 45 School St., Mahone Bay. 

Cremation has taken place under direction of Mahone Funeral Home, 32 Parish St., Mahone Bay (902) 624-8241.   On-line condolences may be made at: www.mahonefuneral.ca

Phil's Wake - 11 Jun 11
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