Roderick E. Kennedy

Rod Kennedy passed away peacefully at home on November 22, 2024. He was 88. Born in The Bronx, He lived in Montclair and and West Orange before moving to Sparta 6 years ago. His loving wife Graceann is originally from Kearny. A very special and loving family service was conducted by The Armitage Wiggins Funeral.

Rod worked many years as an Insurance Agent. His last place of employment was with New England Financial in Secacus. He served in The United States Navy. He had been The Head of The National Life General Agent’s Association. He was also a member of The Glen Ridge Country Club.

Surviving him is his loving wife Graceann (nee Marrazzo), his children; Tomi, Charlie, Megan, Roddy, Richard, Leeann and Kathy. Brother of Larry Kennedy, Patty D’Amico and Evelyn Kennedy, he is also survived by his grandchildren; RJ, Remy, Annabel, Ryan, Katie, Lizzie, Stephen and Brendan.

In lieu of flowers, kindly consider donation to your own favorite charity in his memory

Posted on November 23, 2024 .