Darrell Kennedy
March 21, 2013
Darrell Cordes Kennedy, 92, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2013, at Calvin Community Care Center in Des Moines.
Darrell was born December 1, 1920, to Glen Hazen Kennedy and Helen Vira Cordes Kennedy in Kamrar, Iowa.
Darrell grew up in Webster City, Iowa, and following high school graduation, served three tours of duty in the Army during WWII and the Korean conflict. He married Flora E. Kramer, from Parkersburg, Iowa, on February 9, 1945.
He and Flo had three children, Daira Ballard (Bruce), Karen Ann Scallon (Tom), and Ric Kennedy (Lisa Solinger). Surviving also are seven grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, his wife, Flora, two sisters, and three brothers.
Darrell and Flo were 50-year residents of Ackley, Iowa. In recent years, he has lived at Calvin Community in Des Moines.
According to Darrell’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held in Ackley at a later date.
Memorials may be sent to Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 121 Prospect Drive, Ackley, Iowa 50601, or Calvin Community, 4210 Hickman Road, Des Moines, IA 50310. Please take a moment today to give someone a hug or tell them you love them.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Gail Maifeld
03/26/2013
I extend my sympathy to your family, Daira. I recall many visits and overnights at your house when in high school. Your parents were always gracious.
Rick Heitland - Class of 1965
03/26/2013
We, Class of 65, offer our sincere condolences at the loss of your father. He will be remembered by all that knew him well. Our prayers are with the family.
John and Karen Cleary
03/25/2013
We were so sorry to hear about Darrell's passing. He and your mother have a special place in our hearts and lots of good memories during the time they lived in Ackley. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you
LaDona and Keith Roelfs
03/25/2013
Our sympathy to your family at the loss of such a good man. Darrell and Flo were very special people and will be remembered fondly by those of us at Our Saviour's in Ackley. It must be comforting to know they are together at last.