On Friday, August 1st, Mike Kennedy passed away peacefully at home, after a brief yet courageous battle with cancer. Mike is survived by Sharryn, his loving wife of 53 years, his loving daughters Jennifer Kennedy, Jessica (Dave) Hamilton, his grandchildren Michael and Aiden Webster and Erin and Megan Hamilton, as well as his brothers, Ted (Elaine), Tom (Holly) and Jim (Carrie) Kennedy of North Bay. He will be missed by his nieces, nephews and numerous friends.
A dedicated teacher, coach and mentor for almost 30 years, the connections Mike made with his students and the impact he had on everyone he encountered, will not be forgotten. “Big Mike” will be remembered fondly anytime we have a butter tart, putter in the garden, hum along to the oldies or enjoy “a nice cold beer.”
Visitation will be held at Westview Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Thursday, August 7, 2025 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm and 6:00 – 8:00 pm, followed by a funeral service on Friday, August 8, 2025, at 11:00 am. A private interment to follow at Oakland Cemetery.
For those wishing to donate in memory of Mike, donations are asked to consider the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre.
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at West View Funeral Chapel.
