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Shane Kennedy Obituary

On Friday, September 1, 2023, Shane Michael Kennedy (Plug), beloved father and son passed away. He was fifty three years old. Shane was born to Iris Kennedy Hallin and Michael John Kennedy on July 16, 1970. Shane's school years were spent in Slayton, MN, where he graduated high school. After attending and graduating Vocational School in Austin, MN, he became a printer for Midland National Life in Sioux Falls, SD, where he was employed until they discontinued their print shop. His last years were spent employed by Pomp Tires, also in Sioux Falls. Shane loved people and he had a big heart. Softball and playing pool were sports he loved and most recently golf was his game of choice. He is survived by his daughter Shayne Iris Kennedy, his mother Iris and step father George, and a host of family and friends.

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Published by KELOLAND on Sep. 3, 2023.

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Donna Strange

September 21, 2023

So sorry to hear about Shane. You have our condolences. Richard and Donna Strange

Eimi Sydnie Cloutier

September 8, 2023

You will always be remembered in the Emby Cloutier family's fist bump. Love - Cloutier Family

Clem Kasch

September 6, 2023

I had the pleasure of calling on Shane while he worked at the print shop. Always something going on. Had to make sure I brought him his
Apple Fritter. Will miss him.

Patrick Glover

September 6, 2023

He was a wonderful friend even a better person to work with always made my day even though I've been probably in the worst positions but you always be able to bring me out of it it always have the kindness and caring of heart and was willing to put others before himself he loved Golf and loved his daughter even more you surely will be missed with his humorous attitude which can always bring a smile to your face even if you was having a bad day the whole pomps team misses and loves u. Me and Andy especially love you Uncle plug and will miss you until we meet again.

Dick Merkley

September 6, 2023

I managed the Print Shop when Shane worked at Midland! Never a dull moment when he was there! Sorry for your loss, remember the good times!

Larry Farr

September 5, 2023

"Plug" was a great friend , he will be missed by a lot of people.

Gary Widmann

September 5, 2023

Great guy. God Bless Plug and his family Gary Widmann

Spike Wright

September 5, 2023

I have a hard time putting into words what Shane meant to me and so many others. You left me with stories that I tell to this day. (Some of them) You were one of a kind, and I am going to miss you. My condolences to your family. Love you Plug.

Tammie Hawkins

September 4, 2023

Oh my! I worked with Shane at midland for ever. We had many a good times. I’m so sorry for your loss.

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