James Kennedy Obituary

Kennedy
James "Jim" Harold
Kennedy
February 6, 1942
June 16, 2024

James "Jim" Harold Kennedy passed away on Father's Day, June 16, 2024 at the age of 82, in his hometown of Colorado Springs. His short, but courageous stay in the hospital was made lighter by the constant care of his immediate and extended family. His passing on Father's Day holds a significant and relevant opportunity for remembrance.
Jim spent his life dedicated to a sense of purpose, responsibility and honesty. He was born in Pueblo in 1942 to Fae and Harold Kennedy. Growing up with older sister Elaine and younger brother John, Jim always strove to put his love of math and science to a practical and lucrative purpose. He earned his masters degree in chemical engineering from the University of Denver, and his career in petroleum engineering saw such diverse locations as Colorado, California, Texas, England, Scotland and Alaska, before retiring in Colorado Springs in 1998.
He met the love of his life, and wife of 62 years, Reveille, on a working ranch in Wyoming in 1960, and they were married within a year. They had five children within 6 years, who they instilled with the values of wisdom, commitment, perseverance and love.
He is survived by his wife Reveille, his brother John, children Brent, Scott, Kathy, Kristi and Jack, and numerous cousins, nephews, nieces and grandchildren.
Jim will be honored in a celebration of life at St. Paul Catholic Church on July 15, 2024, at 11 AM, followed by a reception at the adjoining Julie Penrose Hall. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Rocky Mountain PBS or the Pikes Peak Watercolor Society on his behalf.