Bruce T. Kennedy
May 5, 1942 ~ March 2, 2018
Bruce T. Kennedy, age 75, of Rocky Point died Friday, March 2, 2018. Bruce was born May 5, 1942 in St. Albans, NY. He is the son of the late Edward and the late Mary (Duddleston) Kennedy and the brother of the late Edward Kennedy. He was employed by NYPD, NY as a Detective. He is survived by his wife: Marie (Knott) Kennedy two sons: Michael Kennedy of Vermont and Daniel Kennedy of Glendale, NY, his sister: Ellen O'Sullivan (Jerem) of Manorville, NY and his sister in law, Jane Kennedy. Bruce is also survived by his grand daughter, Brianna Kennedy. A Mass of Christian burial will be offered 9:45 am on Thursday, March 8 at St. Anthony Of Padua R.C. Church, 614 Route 25A, Rocky Point, NY. A private cremation will follow. Visiting hours will be Wednesday, March 7 from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at Rocky Point Funeral Home, 603 Route 25A, Rocky Point, NY. Memorials donations may be made to Saint Francis Hospital - Heart Center, 100 Port Washington Blvd., Flower Hill, NY 11576. Arrangements entrusted to the Rocky Point Funeral Home. www.rockypointfuneralhome.com
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I am retired from NYPD but worked with and for Bruce back n the day when in ESU.
He was greatly admired. He was loyal to his friends, trustworthy, funny and entertaining and full of positive ideas. He was ONE of a kind. He was my friend and I will miss him although separated by time distance due to retirement. God Bless you my friend, Rest In Eternal Peace. Strength to and for your family. We will see each other again. As always, semper Fi Brother.
Bill Friedlander
ret. SGT. NYPD
BRUCE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HIM. A GREAT MAN AND A GREAT COP.I WILL MISS OUR TALKS ABOUT THE OLD DAYS IN THE CITY AND ALL THE LAUGHS WE HAD AT THE BRAU HOUSE AND ALL THE STEAK DINNERS.A MAN WHO’S OPINIONS WERE VERY WELL RESPECTED BECAUSE WE KNEW HE LIVED AND WORKED THROUGH IT ALL.I WILL MISS HIM.GOODBYE MY FRIEND. JD
Uncle Bruce you will always have a special place in my heart. I think I will always treasure your quick wit and amazing ability to make me smile. As a small child, I was amazed at how tall you were. I loved your hugs and laughter. You always made me feel special! Thank you for your love, your joy, your wisdom, and your great hugs! I am honored to be your niece.
I know living far away never gave me the opportunity to visit you more often, but I always enjoyed our times together. I’m especially fond of the time my husband and children were able to visit in 2004. We had such a wonderful time!
I am so sorry I can’t be there in person, but my prayers are with you all. May the Lord bless and comfort you during this time of sorrow. I know Uncle Bruce will be dearly missed by us all on earth. I also know my dad, grandparents, and other family and friends are having a wonderful reunion with Uncle Bruce in heaven where there is an amazing love and joy we have yet to experience.
All my love and prayers,
Therese Kennedy-Watson
To Marie, Bruce will be sorely missed. You two were like family to the Gleason’s . My deepest condolences. We will keep you and him in our prayers. Love Kevin and Susan
Marie & family, Life travels way too fast as we view the past in our rear view mirror, however, we can relive to a degree the wonderful pictures & events we so enjoyed at the time they occurred. I know Bruce presented all of us with plenty of wonderful memories to share with each other…his was a life well lived for those he loved & for his community! His presence among us will be greatly missed & may our loving Blessed Trinity quide him gently into the Promised Land! Love you much, Jane
Marie and Ellen:
We so very sad for the loss of Bruce, and only wish nothing but fond memories when thinking about your life’s journey with him over the years. Please feel welcome to call me anytime as you need. We love you both! Thank you so much, and know we’ll be with you all in Spirit!
Love,
Keith 470.955.2500 m
My heart is full of treasured memories now that my dear Uncle Bruce is watching over us all.
You are my hero, and an unselfish donor of love and charm!
We miss you already, and I offer up my deepest and sincerest prayers for our living, that we may all have many special moments of joy and family togetherness throughout our days.
God’s blessings to the many that celebrate Bruce’s life. A profound gratitude is realized reflecting on my uncle’s passions for being His servant for so many years here on Earth! I am a proud nephew, and my love for our family continues with the stories we’ll be sharing together. Thank you Uncle Bruce!
Dearest Marie and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Bruce’s passing. He had such an unassuming manner that belied his captivating stories of his life experiences. I will cherish the evenings we spent with my dad (over drinks, of course) enjoying the tales of times gone by. They may not have been many, but they will be cherished.
Marie, our prayers and deepest sympathies are with you. You made a great team!
Our sincere condolences,
Patty & Des
180 Beech St.
Floral Park, NY 11001
Marie,
Please accept my deepest condolence. I wish I could make the service but I am afraid I will never make it back to Queens. Although we lost contact over the years my friendship with Bruce never wavered, nor the fond memories my wife, daughter and I have of you. Louise just commented about you lending her your TMLA glee club jacket way back when. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.
Jerry, Louise and Teresa McNamara
Bruce, although we only actually met 10 years ago, in my heart I have known you all my life. You were an immediate brother to me and very trusted friend. I will miss our in-person time and our special raising of the glass via email. Our next day would have been St. Patty’s Day which is just a short time away. Believe me brother, you will always be in my heart, your family will always be in my prayers and each time I raise a glass to you, I will know that you are doing the same and looking down to me from wonderful and well deserved place. Love you Bruce, Your brother from a different mother Wendell