Jim Earl Kennard's obituary , Passed away on July 14, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas

Jim Earl Kennard

February 12, 1938 - July 14, 2025 (87 years old)

Fort Worth, Texas

Jim Earl Kennard's obituary , Passed away on July 14, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gregory W. Spencer Funeral Directors

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Jim Earl Kennard

February 12, 1938 - July 14, 2025 (87 years old)

Fort Worth, Texas

Jim Earl Kennard Obituary

The memory of Jim Earl Kennard of Fort Worth, Texas, who passed away on July 14, 2025 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jim Earl Kennard to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid Jim Earl farewell, let us not mourn the absence of his physical form, but rather celebrate the essence of his spirit that lingers in the spaces between moments. For Jim Earl is not truly gone, but merely transformed, his energy intertwined with the fabric of the universe itself, forever dancing among the stars.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Kennard and Arline Kennard (Conner); his brothers, Frank Earl and James Kennard; his son Michael Tolbert; his grandson Bryan Kennard; and his great grandchild Daja Kennard.

He is survived by: his former wife Etta J. Tolbert; his sons, William, Roger and Mark Kennard; and his siblings-in-law, Barbara Duncan (James) and Charles Tolbert. He is also survived by 13 Grandchildren, 34 Great-Grandchildren and 7 Great-Great Grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gregory W. Spencer Funeral Directors



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