| Date of Birth | February 6, 1948 |
| Passed Away | June 10, 2012 |
| Place of Residence | Arkport |
| Home State | NY |
| Service Date | June 15, 2012 |
| Service Time | 11:00 AM |
| Service Location | Arkport Presbyterian Church |
| Interment Location | Arkport Heritage Hill Cemetery |
DONALD LEE KENNELL
ARKPORT-Donald Lee Kennell, 64, of Pine Knoll Park, entered into rest early Sunday afternoon (June 10, 2012) at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pa.
Born in North Hornell on Feb. 6, 1948, he was a son of the late Albert and Blanche Roff Eichorn. He was married to Frances Kennell, who predeceased him in 2005.
A graduate of Arkport Central School, class of 1967, Don proudly served his country with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1967 to 1969.
In 1988 he received a degree in food service from Alfred State College, Wellsville Campus. From 1988 to 2006 he resided in Smithfiled, Va. and he returned to reside in Arkport in 2006.
Don’s employment throughout the years was dedicated to food service and the culinary arts.
He was a life-long member of the Arkport Presbyterian Church and was also a member of the Hornell I.O.O.F and the Barbershoppers for many years.
A “die hard” Yankees fan, Don also loved NASCAR and enjoyed spending time baking as well as watching cooking shows on television; especially Paula Dean, who was his idol.
Most of all, he will be remembered for the love that he had for his two sons.
His family includes his two sons, Brian Kennell of Elmira and Stephen Kennell (Nikki Groves) of Canisteo; his three sisters, Norma (John) Bly of Bath, Noritta Smith and Linda Kennell both of Arkport; his two brothers, Norm (Kathy) Kennell and Dick (Darla) Kennell all of Arkport; also many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and cousins.
Calling hours are from 3-7 p.m. Thursday at the Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc., 285 Main St., Hornell and from 10-11 a.m. Friday at the Arkport Presbyterian Church, 15 Main St., Arkport, where a funeral service, with military honors, will be held following calling hours at 11 a.m. Friday. Private interment will be at the Arkport Heritage Hill Cemetery at the convenience of his family.
The United States Flag and the Marine Corps Flag will proudly fly at the Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc. in recognition of Don’s military service.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute in his memory to the Arkport Presbyterian Church, 15 Main St., P.O. Box 6, Arkport, N.Y. 14807. Envelopes for memorial contributions will be available at the funeral home.
Dear Noritta and family:
I was sorry to hear about Don, prayers and sympathy to you and your family. May God comfort you during this sad time. Love and sympathy, Kim Wood and family
So sorry to hear about Donny’s passing. I grew quite attached to him during my short time at the Bath VA. I’m sure his family is releaved that his suffering is over.
Stephen and Brian, Nate and I want you to know how saddened we are to hear about your dad’s passing. I will always remember the wonderful times we had at your home in Smithfield, Va sharing so many great meals that your dad and mom fixed for us. There was never a visit without wonderful sinful desserts…
We never watch a Yankees..Boston Red Sox baseball game but think about Don and the bet we would have as to who would win.
I wish we were able to be there with you and your family to celebrate Don’s life, but I am not able to get away from work. Know though that both of you and your family are in my prayers.
Love Teresa and Nate Helgerson ..
Sincere condolences to Don’s family. I grew up with Don. I had a tremendous amount of respect for his service in the Marine Corps at amost perilous time. I know he will be missed by his friends,family, and the community.
Don was our neighbor for the past 3 1/2 yrs. and we will sadly miss him-he was a very nice man and a great neighbor.
You will be greatly missed by all but you are in a wonderful place now!