Bernard Kennedy was born on May 9, 1962, in Columbia, SC to Janie Mae Shell.
He was educated in Richland County attending Columbia High School. He begun a career in landscaping and construction. He continued with his career until his health declined.
He attended New Hope Baptist Church. Bernard was a member of the Golden Supreme Gospel Group. He was a lover of all things sports. His favorite football teams were the Denver Broncos and Clemson Tigers.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Ella R. Williams; two uncles, Joseph Earl Williams, Sr., and Haywood A. Connor; two aunts, Mary Connor, and Barbara Jean Williams.
Bernard “PeeWee” Kennedy leaves to cherish his memories, his mother, Janie Mae Shell of the home; one brother, Jeffery (Annjenette) Williams of Columbia, SC; four cousins, Mary (Terrence) Rucker of Columbia, SC, Sharon (Jason) Canzater of Blythewood, SC, Mac (Bridgett) Williams of Columbia, SC and James (Hilda) Williams, Sr of Cayce, SC; a special cousin, Lonetta Williams and a host of nieces, nephews and other loving relatives and friend all of whom will miss him dearly.
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