"I just found out about David's passing. I am very sorry and want you all to know that I had great respect and admiration for him and all of you family. I am sure that he will be missed and thought of fondly forever and always. My love, Susie"
In loving memory of
David Robert Kenady
January 12, 2013
David Robert Kenady, age 58, of Quincy, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 12, 2013, at 1:45 am in Blessing Hospital surrounded by his wife and his two daughters who were so very special to him.
David was born November 18, 1954 in Quincy, Illinois, the son of Robert and Gwendolyn Knox Kenady. He married Kimberly Grimmer Riley on October 18, 2008 in Quincy. She survives.
David was a 1972 Quincy High School graduate, and farmed with his father. He and Dan Long began the Kenady-Long Auctioneers in 1984. He also had been an auctioneer for Hudson Marshall, Inc. of Chicago. He was always donating his time as a charity auctioneer. In 1990 he started working as a realtor and broker for Happel and Schlipmann Real Estate. He was the Riverside Twp Road Commissioner for 12 years. David grew up as a member of Ellington Presbyterian Church. He had been baptized as an adult at the waterfall on the family farm, and most recently was a member of The Crossing. David loved to farm, he loved the outdoors where he also loved to hunt, and he was an avid collector of antiques. During his cancer fight, David was especially appreciative of the people who came to visit him and journey with him, and he always felt that he was receiving great care from the staff at Blessing.
Survivors in addition to his wife include his mother, Gwen Kenady of Quincy; his two daughters, Natalie and Elizabeth Kenady, both of Quincy: a granddaughter, Ava Kenady of Quincy; 3 stepchildren, Taylor, Hilary and Ross Riley, all of Quincy: 2 step grandchildren, Addison and Jace Wombles of Quincy; 2 sisters, Karen (Jim) Dennis of Quincy and Kathryn (Steve) Ferguson of Watertown, SD; a brother, John Kenady of Quincy, and several nieces and nephews.
David was preceded in death by his father and his sister, Margaret Beth Kenady.
Services: 11:00 am Wednesday at The Crossing, 48th and Maine, with Rev. Jerry Harris officiating.
Visitation: 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home
Memorials: Spina Bifida Association, Blessing Hospice or The Crossing
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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"Dear Gwendolyn, I am so sorry to learn of David's passing. Though I only met him a few times (& went to a few of his auctions) I remember you speaking of him many times while in my office. Please know you will be in my thoughts & prayers."
"Our heartfelt sympathy to all the members of the Kenady family. We know that David we will dearly missed and that you have such wonderful memories of him. With God's help, we pray that you will be comforted and receive His gift of peace."
"Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him."
"Mine and Greg's sympathy goes out to all the family. David always was a happy considerate man with a big smile. It was always nice to talk to him whenever our paths crossed"
"Deepest Sympathy to the entire Kenady family. He had the most beautiful personality. I enjoyed our visits when he was farming my father's land across the road from our camp. Always had a smile & helped us look for a new house. It was a pleasure to know him. Our prayers are with you all. Joanne(Powers) & Jeff Bergman"
"Dear Gwyn, Kimberley, Karen, Kathryn, John and Kenady familiy: We join many friends who are saddened at the news of Dave's illness and passing. It was always a highlight to be greeted by Dave and his pleasant smile and friendliness. While his important life was relatively short, he accomplished so much. Your entire family evokes many pleasant memories to us. We hope God's Blessings and your pleasant personal memories will bring a measure of comfort in the days ahead. With sincere sympathy, Richard & Fern Heitholt"
"Thinking of you at this time of sorrow. David always had a big smile on his face. Thoughts and prayers are with all the family."
"love all you folks so much.May everyone find peace and comfort.Dave new where he can from and knows where he's going and any one who calls on jesus can see david again in heaven.He would like that."
"Dave was always a great person. My sympathy to his family. I will keep all of you in my prayers during this difficult time."
"My love and sympathy to the family - especially Natalie and Elizabeth. Your dad was a wonderful and kind man with a great sense of humor. I have many funny memories of him with the two of you. You were most certainly blessed to have him and I know you will miss him. Prayers for your comfort."
"Karen & Jim and your family have our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
"Our prayers are with your family. Karen & Jim we are thinking of you."
"Our deepest sympathies go out to David's family. He was such a kind person and a good neighbor. When I first moved to Quincy, David was one of the first people I met and was always there if I needed anything. We are truly very sorry for your loss and are thinking of all of you during this difficult time. - Bari & Kyle (Columbia, MO)"
"Kim, and Family, We are so very saddened to learn of David's death. He was such a kind man, and was so helpful to our daughter when she was in nursing school and lived out near David. More than once he plowed her out or went to check on her if the alarm malfunctioned. As parents, it made us feel much more secure knowing that he was near by to help her if needed. We will never forget his kindness. Kim, we think of you and wonder how Ross is doing....he must be quite grown up by now. We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your entire family. Sincerely, Ann and Danny"
"Karen and Jim and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. You have our deepest sympathy"
"Our deepest sympathy to all of the family. Karen and Jim our prayers are with you."
"I was so saddened this morning to hear of David's passing. I'm sorry I didn't know about his illness sooner. My deepest sympathy to all of you...I wiil remember him most as a sweet sophomore who liked to hang with the senior girls in high school! And at the auctions too of course. I regret I will be unable to attend his services but pray for peace and comfort for all of you."
"My heart goes out to the Kenady family in their loss of David. As kids at Ellington, we had a lot of fun in Sunday school together, and our family always enjoyed the hospitality we were shown at the Kenady farm home. The loss of our brother, Dan Brinkley, nearly a year ago of cancer, reminds me of the peace I found knowing that the days of his pain and suffering were over, and that his spirit was greeted home with open arms. I pray that you feel the comfort of God's compassion and love during this time of your grief and loss. Rebecca Brinkley - Jefferson City, Missouri"
"My deepest sympathy to my precious Aunt Gwen and cousins, Karen, Kathleen, and Jon. All of you as well as David's daughters, granddaughter, and wife are in my prayers. The memories of David, Bob, and all of your wonderful family are close to my heart. Love to all. Wishing you God's peace."
"My deepset sympathy to all of the family. Dave was a great guy and will truly be missed.My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time."