Donna L. Kennedy, our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt passed away on January 16, 2022. Donna was born to Michael and Carolyn (Prop) McGrath on December 2, 1937, in Butte, MT.
Donna grew up in Butte, active in sports and loved volleyball. Donna was the oldest of four children.
She met and married her life partner Michael (Mick) Kennedy in Butte. Together they had four children: Dan, Mike, Chris, and Connie Jo. She started out her married life being a housewife and mother.
They lived in Pinedale, Wyoming where mick was a teacher. Then the family came back to Montana and lived in Twin Bridges. In the mid 60’s they moved to Ashland, Montana, where Donna worked as a teacher for St. Labre Indian School.
In 1978 Donna and Mick moved to Forsyth, Montana. Donna worked at the Land Title Office in Forsyth then worked as Rosebud County Assessor until her retirement in 1998.
Donna was a member of the Immaculate Conception Parish. She was an active member of the religious education program as well as the immaculate Conception Church woman’s group.
Donna, like her husband Mick, was very proud of her Butte Irish heritage. Donna’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren were a joy to her life. She always found time to be with them, help them, and mentor them.
In the last few years, she cherished the time she shared with Brody and Tuff. She was a very patient and loving grandmother. The love she had for her family gave strength to all in happy times and sad times. She was our rock.
Donna is survived by her children: Dan (Mary) Kennedy of Forsyth, Mike Jr. of Alburquerque, New Mexico, Chris (Debbie) Kennedy of Belgrade, Minnesota. Sister Bunny Aumell of Helena, Montana, and brother Mike (Christy) McGrath of Butte, Montana. Grandchildren; Angie Klassen and Kenidy Klassen of Fort St. John BC, Canada. Great grandchildren; Brody Kennedy of Forsyth and Tuff Todoroff of Miles City, Montana. Sisters-in-law; Kathy Kennedy of Billings, Lisa McGrath of Missoula along with all her loving nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Mick Kennedy, daughter Connie Jo, grand daughter Nikki Kennedy, brother Charles (Bud) McGrath. Sisters in law Dodie Rolando and husband Bob, Millie Fleiner, and husband Dutch. Brothers in law Joe Kennedy, Jack Kennedy and wife Phyllis, and nephews Charlie McGrath and Devin Kennedy.
Service Schedule
Rosary Service
6:00 PM
Friday June 3, 2022
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Memorial Service
11:00 AM
Saturday June 4, 2022
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Saturday June 4, 2022
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Service Schedule
Rosary Service
6:00 PM
Friday June 3, 2022
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Memorial Service
11:00 AM
Saturday June 4, 2022
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Interment
Following the Funeral Service
Saturday June 4, 2022
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, Montana 59327
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Shirley Skinner says
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Donna was an amazing woman and she will be missed by so many! Prayers of comfort and condolences…
Clenora Quinlan says
My gosh I’m so sorry, I loved this lady so. My wonderful friend. Sorry to hear she has passed.
marcus belgarde says
donna went to my great grandmothers church and we sat and talked a lot she was a great lady all of us at the church will miss her. Sorry for your loss to the family
Collene Hill says
So Sorry to hear about Donna, such a sweet and happy person. She will be missed by all. Prayers for all of the family..
Janet & Rachel Stanhope says
We are so very sorry for your loss. We send all our prayers and sympathies to you and yours.
Nellie Speelman says
So sorry to hear about your mom. She was a beautiful mom and a given person. I will keep you all in prayer. She is with Mike now.
Michael S Speelman and Family says
Sorry for your loss 😔
I loved your mother she was always so sweet. Prayers and Condolences to you all.
VIOLET SCHIFFER says
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Vi Schiffer
Connie Brown says
Prayers for Donna’s family, hold tight to your memories.
Brody Kennedy! says
Such a powerful and loving Grandmother to have. Not a day will go by that i will think about her. May she rest in paradise.
Debbie Bell says
Donna was my supervisor when I first started work at the DOR. She was a great boss, very friendly and kind. Loved working with her and visiting with her after her retirement. My heartfelt thoughts to all of you.
Anita Kurtz says
We are so sorry for all of Donna’s family and friends. Donna was always so friendly and we have good memories. We pray your memories and love for her surround you and help to ease the pain you are feeling . She is at peace in heaven. Love and prayers, Gene and Anita
Dick Fletcher says
Donna was a “GEM” of a lady and close friend. We spent many hours working together @ St. Labre plus me getting to share many after school hours with all the Kennedy Family. One project we shared was an Internation Pot Luck; each member brought a dish from different countries of the world and shared with staff members, it was a blast! But that was Donna, always ready to take on a challenge. I will miss her and offer prayers & condolences to all the Kennedy Family – GOD Bless! What great memories for a very special lady!
Lynelle Tompkins says
So sorry for the family. I didn’t know Donna very well. We would chit chat at the Post Office and grocery store. A real lovely lady.
Kay Davis Berdahl says
To all of Donna’s family,
May you find strength during this difficult time.
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences.
Carrie Lou says
My deepest condolences on the loss of your Mom, Danny! She was a great lady and will surely be missed. Prayers for you all!
Deb Schonenbach says
Dan I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom. It’s been years since I’ve seen any of you but the memories are there!’
sharon cope says
My sincere sympathy to all of you. Donna was a amazing person.
Dolly M Morrison says
I am so sorry that my friend is gone. We shared a lot of laughs over the years. and a lot of tears as well. I am happy for her though, because being the good person that she was, we can be comforted in knowing that she is in a beautiful, happy place now. Just know that all of the family is for sure in my prayers. Love and prayers, Dolly