GERARD ANTHONY (GERRY) KENNY

On behalf of the members of the Sarnia Saints Rugby Football Club, I offer our heartfelt condolences to the family of Gerry Kenny…

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Gerry died peacefully in his home after a courageous battle with melanoma. Devoted husband to Liz Kenny. Loved father of Allison (Kenny) Armstrong and her husband Gavin, and Brian Kenny. Proud Grandfather to Lauren and Ila Armstrong. Brother of Mary and Michael Johnson, Anthony and Sheila Kenny, John Kenny, Lauri and Peggy Kenny, Niall Kenny and Jacinta O’Toole. Brother-in-law to Kean and Donna Smith, Dave and Michelle Smith, Derek and Kathy Smith, Laura and Todd McKelvie. Nephew to Reenie Fenelon and Phyllis O’Byrne (Sister Teresina) of Ireland. Predeceased by his parents Larry and Maura Kenny and sister-in-law Breeda Kenny. Gerry also had many nieces and nephews both in Canada, United States and Ireland.

Gerry was born in Tullow, Ireland. In 1970, he and his brother Laurie immigrated to Canada together. Gerry enjoyed a successful career in the insurance industry and was a partner at Gamble Insurance.
Gerry lived life to the fullest and enjoyed every day. He loved playing and watching rugby, and was a life member of the Sarnia Saints Rugby Club. He was a member of the Sarnia Golf and Curling Club and Palmetto Golf Club in Aiken, South Carolina. A proud highlight of golf for Gerry was when he played a round at Augusta National. Working with thoroughbred horses and watching them race, was a lifelong passion of Gerry, and he was co-owner of champion sprinter “Glanmire”. He spent many hours on Lake Huron boating, watching the freighters and enjoying a few libations.
Over the years he served his community by being on the Board of Directors of St. Clair Child and Youth Services, and Habitat for Humanity. Gerry will be missed by many close friends.

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Family and friends will be received at SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 1576 London Line, Wednesday May 16, 2012 from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm and from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church, 1465 Lecaron Ave, Sarnia, Thursday May 17 at 3:00 p.m. with the interment to follow in Lakeview Cemetery. Following, there will be an Irish Wake at the Sarnia Golf and Curling Club. A memorial mass will be held July 1, 2012 in Tullow, Ireland.
Donations to Patient Recreation Therapy at Bluewater Health, St. Clair Child and Youth Services, Habitat for Humanity, or St. Joseph’s Hospice would be appreciated by the family. (cheques only at the funeral home please). Memories and condolences may be sent online at www.smithfuneralhome.ca

Visitation

Family and friends will be received at SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 1576 London Line, Wednesday May 16, 2012 from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm and from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm.

Service

A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church, 1465 Lecaron Ave, Sarnia, Thursday May 17 at 3:00 p.m. with the interment to follow in Lakeview Cemetery. Following, there will be an Irish Wake at the Sarnia Golf and Curling Club.

Donations

Donations to Patient Recreation Therapy at Bluewater Health, St. Clair Child and Youth Services, Habitat for Humanity, or St. Joseph’s Hospice would be appreciated by the family. (cheques only at the funeral home please).

Premier Side (Sarnia 12 v Ajax 39)

Line up

1. Dan Feenstra
2. Chad Doran
3. Steve Young
4. Mike McGuire
5. Matt McAuslan
6. Tyler Boyd (captain)
7. Vance Jardine (man of the match)
8. Ian McEwen
9. Colin Turnbull
10. Mike Hart
11. Chris Dundee
12. Chris Hart
13. Quincy Weatherby
14. Bobby Walsh
15. Ben Jardine
16. Brendan Groombridge
17. Dave Koebel
18. Simon Kennefick
19. David Maczko
20. Andrew Harpel
21. Nick Powell
22. Dean King

Substitutions:

• Dean King at 60mins at #14, moved Bobby Walsh to #12, moved Chris hart to #10, Mike Hart (injured) out

Cards:

• Ian McEwen at 70mins, yellow card, boots to body

Score Line:

• Sarnia #2 Chad Doran opens scoring with a try at 8mins.  Mike hart completed the convert to give Sarnia a 7-0 lead
• Ajax fights back with two unconverted tries to lead 10-7
• Sarnia #8 Ian McEwen scores try at 40mins.  Mike Hart unsuccessful on convert attempt
• Sarnia leads 12-10 at half
• Scattered Ajax scoring in second half ends with 39-12 final.

Standout Players:

• Chad Doran
• Vance Jardine
• Ian McEwen
• Colin Turnbull
• Ben Jardine

Development Side (Sarnia 5 v Ajax 29)

Line up

1. Randy Burgel
2. Tony Vennettilli
3. Brendan Groombridge
4. Dylan Cullis
5. Nathan King
6. Greg Thomas
7. Simon Kennefick
8. David Maczko
9. Andrew Harpell
10. Nick Powell(captain)
11. Dan Yorke
12. Nathan Mills
13. Jordan Williams
14. Matt Williams
15. Dean King(man of the match)
16. Dave Koebel
17. Micah Pitka
18. Greame Wattie
19. Curtis Deley

Substitutions:

• Dave Koebel at 45mins replaced Dylan Cullis(injured) at #4
• Micah Pitka at 50mins replaced Brendan Groombridge at #3
• Greame Wattie at 50mins replaced Dan Yorke at #11
• Curtis Deley at 59mins at #4, moved Dave Koebel to #3, moved Micah Pitka to #2, Tony Vennettilli out
• Dan Yorke at 60mins replaced Greame Wattie(blood)

Score Line: 

• Ajax #10 Scott Jackson opened scoring by placing a dirty cross field kick from 22m line over the head of young winger Dan Yorke landing in hands of the Ajax winger safely in the corner of the try zone
• Ajax leading 12-0 at half
• The hard running and determination of the Sarnia backs rewarded #12 Nathan Mills with a try at 70mins to bring the score to 22-5
• Dean King missed the convert attempt
• 29-5 final

Standout Players:

• Greg Thomas
• Simon Kennefik
• David Maczko
• Andrew Harpel
• Nick Powell
• Nathan Mills
• Dean King

Injuries

• Greame Wattie, welcome to your first rugby game, six stiches above the eye

Tickets are $50, includes: bus, ticket into game, stop at Old Shaleigh.

There are 50 spots available and we want to fill it up fellas. Game is at 1:00pm.

We will start collecting names and money immediately.

Let me or Nick know if you’re interested. Reserve your spot ASAP, we want to get as many Saints on this bus as possible, but if it’s not full closer to the date, we will open it up to others.

dylancullis@gmail.com

nick_powell13@hotmail.com

Sarniasports.com – Pat Brethauer

Sarnia, On – The Sarnia Saints’ Rugby Football Club is pleased to announce the signing of Todd Whitlock to a one year position as Men’s head coach for the 2012 season.

Whitlock a two time club MVP brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience to the club and will encourage a high level of participation from both the players and the club management.

The 2012 season will kick off on the road against Agax and Barrie. The home opener will take place on Saturday June 2nd at Norm Perry Park, game time 3:00 p

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Where: Petrolia Legion

When: April 28th from 8pm-1am

Congratulations. Your life is going to enter its most beautiful stage – parenting! Enjoy every bit of it!

Kaylynn Elizabeth Smith

April 17 2012, 2:05am

7lbs 15 ounces