PAUL LELAND KENNY, Age 87 of Munson Twp., peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born September 24, 1935, in Enon Valley, PA to Paul and Helen (nee: Scott) Kenny. He has been a Munson Twp. resident since 1970. Paul was a member of Legend Lakes Golf Course, and continued playing with his group “The Legends” until September, 2022. He was one of the luckiest golfers, having recorded 3 Hole in One’s, during his lifetime. Paul enjoyed Manhattan’s, loved going on vacation with his family and visiting his son on the farm. Paul loved watching his children and grandchildren during their sporting events. He was an avid Cleveland Sports fan, watching and attending games. He was an Electrical Engineer for Bailey Controls, retiring after 30 years of service in 1986. During that time, he was President of the Power Division of the Instrument Society of America. He graduated from Tri State College, now known as Trine University, Angola, IN, with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. He has been a very long and active member of Pilgrim Christian Church in Chardon.
He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Eleanor “Elly” (nee: Gilmore) Kenny of Munson Twp., children Cindy (Sandy) Holden of St. Helena Island, SC, Joe (Patty Lewis) Kenny of Mt. Jackson, PA and Paula (Steve) Tarpey of Lewis Center, OH; grandchildren Lexi Holden, Kate (Jon) Hollister, Tori (Mike) Wilcox, Nick Tarpey, Grayson Tarpey; great grandchildren Jack and Ellie Hollister and George Wilcox. Paul was predeceased by his parents and his siblings.
Funeral Service will be held February 4, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Pilgrim Christian Church, 202 South Hambden St., Chardon, the family will receive friends in Fellowship Hall immediately following the service.
The family suggests donations be made to Pilgrim Christian Church, 202 S. Hambden St., Chardon, 44024
Arrangements were handled by the Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon, Ohio.
Information and condolences on-line at www.burrservice.com.