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Dawn Leon KENNEDY

Dawn KENNEDY Obituary

KENNEDY, Dawn Leon (nee Smith). Peacefully on 18th January 2026; aged 89 years. Faithful, compassionate and loving wife of the late William Scott (Bill) Kennedy. Treasured mother and mother in law of Scott, Cherie, Adelle, Graham and Kymm. Inspirational and cherished nana of Bonnie and Joshua, Jordan and Mahaylia and Shenae; Delightful Great nana to Lucado and Montayne. "Forever in all our hearts" A service to honour and celebrate Dawn's life will be held in the Hope Central Church, 1 Hunt Street, Whangarei City on Thursday 22nd January 2026 at 11am. Correspondence to 1A Tayden Court, RD4 Tamaterau, Whangarei 0174.



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Published by The New Zealand Herald from Jan. 20 to Jan. 21, 2026.

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Rodney Webb

January 21, 2026

Worked with Bill at Telecom for many years and knew Dawn because of that.Both very good people.Condolences to the family.Rodney and Rosemarie Webb.

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Jan Nicholas

January 20, 2026

Fond memories of a lovely friend,Dawn was a good friend during the days we attended Highland Dancing events, such a kind and caring lady. Condolences to the family.

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