Reg Kennedy, 79 of Huntley, passed away on Tuesday, August 23, 2022. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Reg was born in Chicago on November 18, 1942, to parents Edmund and Ruth (nee Reid) Kennedy. Reg married Cheri Luzietti 58 years ago on March 14, 1964.
He retired from Allstate in 1997 as a Computer Programmer after a 32-year career, well-before computers were a household item. Reg was a proud member of AA since 1979, forming a life-long bond with his ‘step-brothers’.
He had a passion for photography both behind the camera and as a mentor to others. Second only to photography was his love of reading with Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter as some of his favorite collections. He was an avid golfer and was very involved with their community tennis club, creating lasting friendships. Reg also enjoyed birdwatching, RV’ing and of course, the sun of Florida where he wintered with Cheri for the last 19 years. Florida offered him the ability to play golf, volleyball, and tennis year-round.
In his memory, Reg would love for you to sit-back and savor your favorite chocolate chip cookie.
He was devoted husband to Cheri Kennedy, a loving and proud father to his two daughters Lora (Michael) Anderson and Lisa (Mark) Binder, and a caring and supportive grandfather to Delaney (Logan) Kinstner, Chase Anderson and Mitchell Anderson. Last year, he became great-grandfather to Jack Kinstner.
Visitation will be Friday, September 2, 2022, from 4 p.m. to time of memorial service at 7 p.m. all at DeFiore Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital Cancer Center.
For further information contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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Anderson family, We are sorry to hear of your loss. Praying you find some peace during these tough moments. Jim and Ashley Rateike
Another one of the really good ones has gone on ahead of us. A part of me went with you and I look forward to seeing you in the house of our creator.
Played tennis with Reg and participated with in the management of group tennis. He was dedicated to successful and enjoyable operation for all participants. Will. Miss his participation. Ed
Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Spent many fun hours on the tennis court with Reg, and many more in the tennis hut trying to figure out how to improve the league. Reg will be missed by the community. I’ll say a prayer for his family.
We will miss you Reg. We had many good times together here in Sun City.
We are going to miss you, smiling, helping, driving the blue Mustang. You will be remembered as a person always willing to help and participate in the management of the Tennis Club and as a good player. God bless your family and give them comfort.
Cheri and family, we were so sorry to hear about Reggie. Please accept our sincere sympathy for your loss.
We are deeply saddened by the loss of our dear friend Reginald that Kennedy family have encountered. Please accept and share our sincere condolences on our behalf. May Lord give him a special place in heaven. Finding the right words for the loss of a dear Dear Reg can be extremely difficult. It may seem like nothing can bring us comfort in this time of mourning and grief. We were blessed to have a wonderful loving brother like Reg so special and caring. His memory will live forever in ours hearts. Kaushambi & Gaurang TRIVEDI family” Allstate ——-
I played tennis with Reg and always enjoyed his company. He was a great sportsman and gentleman. He put fairness first. It was a privilege to have known Reg..
Cheri and family, our hearts were saddened to hear of Reg's passing. We enjoyed our favorite chocolate chip cookie with warm memories of Reg and the times we enjoyed being in your company. Our deepest condolences - Sonya & Hugo.