Wey Dennis Kenny
Kenny, Wey Dennis, born to eternal life on July 6, 2009, age 90. A native Wichitan, Wey Kenny was the grandson of Kansas pioneers. His maternal grandparents were among the first settlers of Scammon, KS in the 1870s. His paternal grandfather founded the H.C. Wey and Sons hardware stores in Kirwin, KS and later built the Wey mansion in Wichita. His parents were Edith Wey and William Kenny, an early Wichita businessman. He was a graduate of Cathedral High School and attended St. Josephs College and Military Academy in Hays, KS. After service in the U.S Army Air Force during WW II he attended Wichita University on the G.I. Bill and earned a degree in accounting in 1948. Employment included positions at Frontier Chemical CO., Vulcan Materials and Massey-Ferguson. He retired as Assistant Treasurer from Beech Aircraft in 1985. Wey was preceded in death by his siblings Jeannette Antonelli and Rev. John Kenny, and by his son-in-law Ken Lucas. He is survived by Agnes, his wife of 65 years who resides at the Catholic Care Center, Bel Aire, KS and by his daughters Kathleen Arenz (Tom) of Milwaukee, WI; Patricia of Phoenix, AZ; Mary Adair (Bill) of Kansas City, MO: Joan of Lawrence, KS; and Susan (Jim Whyte) of Efland, NC. Other survivors include four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Wey was an avid gardener and former president of the Wichita Iris Club. He was also a long time member of St. Thomas Aquinas parish. He will be especially remembered for his faithful and loving care of Agnes after her Alzheimers diagnosis. Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas, 1215 N. Stratford Ln. on July 18 at 11 AM. The family will receive visitors at the church prior to the service. Downing and Lahey East Mortuary.
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I am so very sorry for your sudden loss of your dear father. He was a gentleman in every sense of the word and his devotion to your Mother was an inspiration to everyone. It was a blessing to know him. I was out of town the weekend of the funeral — you are so fortunate to have had your Dad these many years and I know how very proud he was of his family. I volunteer at the Catholic Care Center on Wednesday mornings and miss seeing him with your Mother. I told Wey often how sure I was that Agnes knew him and felt his love and presence. I was ill with bronchitis and some other problems when your Dad passed away and I hadn’t been at the Care Center, so I remember fondly the last Wednesday that we had visited. He was a very special man. God bless all of you and I pray that His love and memories of good times will comfort you.
Dear Kenny girls, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Your father was a kind and gracious man and your mother still a gracious lady. You certainly have had the gift of fine parents. I consider it a privelege to have known Agnes and Wey. My sympathy to each of you. Sincerely, Elaine Aaron
Susan- I was sorry to read about your father today. I know he was highly regarded by his family, co-workers, and friends. I lost my mother to Alzheimer’s related illness two years ago. I know you are going through that too, and wanted you to know I am thinking of you. Your old chemistry lab buddy. Robert Bachman
Dear Family Members, I never had the privilege of meeting Mr. Kenny, but I do know that he was a valuable member of the Board of Directors of then Kansas Newman College from 1977 to 1982. Those who knew him in that capacity found him to be a thoughtful contributor to substantive conversations. He was also very generous to the University beyond that significant service. We remain grateful for his participation in the leadership of the University. We pray for the repose of Mr. Kenny’s soul and for all of you in your time of sorrow. Sincerely, Noreen M. Carrocci President, Newman University
Dear Girls & Families, Scott & I were so very sorry to learn about your father’s passing! However, he had a wonderful life and was so devoted to your mother. We are Ellie Brooks’ son and daughter-in-law and had many wonderful conversations with your Dad. He was truly a man of God and so very proud of all you girls and your families. Mother Brooks so enjoyed all their bridge games and just sitting at the dinner table and having conversation. I know she loved Wey very much. Try to remember all your wonderful memories with him and it will help get you through the days and weeks ahead. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers and many God Bless each and everyone of you.