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Melvin Kadell Kennedy

April 27, 1956 — May 1, 2025

Las Vegas, Nevada

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Melvin Kadell Kennedy, born April 27, 1956, in Winnsboro, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, at the age of 69. Melvin was known for his friendly, giving nature, joyful spirit, and humorous wit, touching the lives of all who knew him. 

He was the beloved husband of Sophia Jean Kennedy (née Wilder), whom he married on September 2, 1978. Together, they have two children, Mia Jean Kennedy and Justin Kadell Kennedy. Melvin was a proud grandfather to Imani Jean Belton and Kadell Richard Kennedy. 

A graduate of Columbia High School and Midlands Technical College, Melvin served honorably in the United States Air Force, stationed at Grand Forks A.F.B. , North Dakota. Melvin later moved to Las Vegas, NV in 2014, where he resided until his passing. 

Melvin was preceded in death by his parents Virginia Lorraine Gaither-Kennedy and Herbert Kennedy. His sister Linda Kennedy; and brothers, John Gaither and Herbert Kennedy Jr. 

He is survived by his loving wife, children, and grandchildren. He also leaves behind sisters Roxanne Wilson and Tracy Jackson of Columbia, SC, Dr. Patricia Tucker of Goldsboro, NC; brothers Ronald Gaither and Thomas Kennedy of Columbia, SC; and a host of nieces and nephews. 

Melvin excelled at carpentry, a skill he taught himself and grew to love. 

Melvin’s legacy of love, kindness, and joy will live on in the hearts of his family and friends. 

You Will Forever Be Remembered And Loved

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