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Obituary
Nellie Jean (Jones) Kennedy, 73, of Kinston, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025. She was born on February 15, 1952, in Duplin County, North Carolina, and spent much of her life in Kinston, where she was deeply rooted in family and community.
Nellie was preceded in death by her parents, Ashley Jones and Nellie Todd; her beloved husband, Dwight Kennedy, whom she married on September 9, 1966; and her sons, Kenneth Kennedy …
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Our family is in the process of planning a Celebration of Life to honor and remember Jean. This gathering will take place in the near future at the family cemetery, where she will be laid to rest among loved ones.
Additional details, including the date and time, will be shared as plans are finalized. We appreciate your patience, understanding, and continued support during this difficult time.
Thank you for keeping our family in your thoughts and prayers as we prepare a meaningful remembrance of Jean’s life.
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