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John Kenney Obituary
AIKEN, SC - John S. "Shack" Kenney DVM, 79, died on Saturday, August 27, 2016 with his family by his side.
His lifelong love of horses led him to his distinguished career as an equine veterinarian, having also been one of the breeders of Albatross.
John played a wicked good game of racquetball and tennis. His unabashed Southern charm, good looks, and snarky humor endeared him to many. The consummate curmudgeon, he loved to rile and be riled by anybody up for the challenge and would kill to win a heated game of Scrabble; he was also a really sore loser.
John ventured into real estate and truly enjoyed being a docent at Polly Hill Arboretum along with his wife, Corinne, whom he adored.
He is survived by Corinne; his children Jonathan, Jennifer and Megan; brother Charles; sister Carolyn; grandchildren Alex, Patrick and Lauren; great-grandchild Sydney Rose; and faithful Cairn terrier, Pip. John will be sorely, sorely missed.
In lieu of flowers, if you wish, donations may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (www.stjude.org) and/or The Polly Hill Arboretum on Martha's Vineyard (www.pollyhillarboretum.org).
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Kathy & Art Kennedy
September 3, 2016
John was such a memorable character; always full of fun, teasing and some really bad jokes which he usually couldn't remember the punch line to. He will be deeply missed by his many friends. John, we're proud to have known you. Corinne, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cissie Sullivan
September 3, 2016
Deepest condolences to John's family. I will miss his warm hello, dry sense of humor & great smile.
Pat Spalla
September 3, 2016
So sorry to learn of John's passing. Condolences to Corinne and the family. Your neighbors, The Spallas
Jim & Lillian Shupe
September 2, 2016
Condolences to the family. We enjoyed working with Shack at Stonegate Farms so many years ago. We had plenty of arguments and plenty of laughs too. Once you got past his gruff exterior he was great guy. Will miss him.
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September 2, 2016
I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. I always enjoyed his visits to Lexington either going to the sales or the races. Susanne Johnson, Copper Cap Farm
Roger Marin
September 1, 2016
Will greatly miss John. He was a barrel of fun and a great tennis partner.
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