James W. "Jay" Kennedy's obituary , Passed away on April 24, 2026 in Norwood, Massachusetts

James W. "Jay" Kennedy

September 23, 1955 - April 24, 2026 (70 years old)

Norwood, Massachusetts

James W. "Jay" Kennedy's obituary , Passed away on April 24, 2026 in Norwood, Massachusetts
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James W. "Jay" Kennedy

September 23, 1955 - April 24, 2026 (70 years old)

Norwood, Massachusetts

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James W. Kennedy Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James W. Kennedy of Norwood, Massachusetts, who passed away on April 24, 2026, at the age of 70, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James W. Kennedy to show support.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry James' memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May James' journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Thomas Kennedy and Dorothea Kennedy (Molaskey). He is survived by: his wife Margaret "Peggy" Kennedy (Casey) of Norwood; his brothers, Thomas Kennedy of Hanover and Richard Kennedy of West Roxbury; his children, Jay Kennedy Jr. of Roslindale and Casey Kennedy of Norwood; and his grandsons, Anderson and Rowan.

Expressions of sympathy may be made in Jay's memory to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to support cancer research and patient care at: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute P.O. Box 849168 Boston, MA 02284 or via: https://danafarber.jimmyfund.org.



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April 30, 2026

John, Elaine, Jack and Ben Molaskey lit a candle


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April 30, 2026

John, Elaine, Jack and Ben Molaskey sent flowers

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April 30, 2026

Elaine Sullivan wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Peggy, Casey and Jay Jr, We have many fond memories of Jay and cherished our times on the Cape. Jay was taken too soon. He fought with amazing courage and grace. Our deepest sympathies, Elaine, John, Jack and Ben Molaskey”


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Tue

May 05

Visitation

Gillooly Funeral Home
126 Walpole St, Norwood, MA 02062

Wed

May 06

Funeral Mass

St. Timothy Church
650 Nichols St, Norwood, MA 02062

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