Gerald W. "Jerry" Kenney, age 85, of Chelsea, MI, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at his home surrounded by family.
Jerry was born on September 30, 1939 in Owosso, MI, the son of William J. and Helen (Scollon) Kenney. He graduated from Owosso High school in 1958. He served in the US Army from 1963-1965 during Vietnam. He married Regina E. “Tina” (Eder) on October 26, 1968, and she preceded him in death in 1991.
Jerry worked for Braun-Brumfield as a press operator for 40+ years, and for the Chelsea Fire Department, where he served as Asst. Chief several times. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Chelsea. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, whether it was hunting and fishing or playing a round of golf. He also enjoyed NASCAR, bowling, and spending time with his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and his beloved cats, Harley and Electra.
Jerry is survived by two daughters, Beth (Mary Ann Doletzky) Gieske of Dexter, and Brandi (TJ) Hackworth of Jackson, and son-in-law, Darrin Buss; five grandchildren: Samantha (Andrew) Early, Steven (Christina) Buss, Garrett (Shannan Roth) Gieske, Dillon Hackworth, and Hunter Hackworth; and five great-grandchildren: Parker, Connor, and Brendan Early, Henry Buss, and Masen Roth; his siblings: David (Linda) Kenney, Patricia King, and Mary (Dan) Tomasek, all of Owosso; as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Brenda Buss, and nine siblings: Loretta, Virginia, John, Andrew, Clare, Sharon, Janet, Betty, and Tommy.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea, with a Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church, Chelsea, on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 11:00 a.m., with V. Rev. Dr. William J. Canon Turner and Deacon Tom Franklin officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Faith in Action, Chelsea.
Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.
