Major Charles “Bill” Kenny Jr.

CUMBERLAND – Major Bill Kenny passed away unexpectedly on Feb. 13, 2022 after having a heart attack at his home. He was born on Nov. 29, 1947, a son of Charles Kenny, Sr. and Marian Tewksbury Kenny in Old Town, Maine.

Bill taught at the college and university level for more than 25 years. He started teaching as a full-time instructor in the U.S. Air Force Professional Military Education Program. He earned his associate degree in Human Services from the Community College of the Air Force, a baccalaureate degree in Management from Western New England College, Springfield, Mass. and his master in Public Administration in Urban Management from the University of Oklahoma, Norman, Okla. He also obtained a Certificate in Management from the International City Managers Association and was Level III certified in Program Management and Acquisition Logistics.

He was fortunate to have two careers. His first one as a military career in the United States Air Force. The first part was spent as enlisted and the second part was spent as an officer. His many jobs included being a Logistic War Planner, a joint Special Operations Commander, an Intelligence Officer and a Gulf War and Korean Combat Veteran, all of which earned him many awards.

His second career was as an Adjunct University Professor with numerous universities throughout the U.S., including Thomas Edison in New Jersey, Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, Iowa, Devry University in Chicago and Southern New Hampshire University.

He taught International Economics, Public Affairs and Organizational Leadership. Retiring last year, Bill decided to become a published author and wrote ‘The History of Maine Railroads’ and ‘Historic Taverns and Tea Rooms of Maine’. He was also an avid New England Patriots and Red Sox fan who could be found with his numerous friends on the golf course where he achieved a hole-in-one in the summer of 2017, to his delight.

Bill also enjoyed membership in various organizations including MOAA, the Military Officers Associations, the Association of Former Intelligence Officers, the Retired Air Force Officers Association, the Bedford Minutemen Company, past President of the Woodford’s Club (2006-2007), a member of the Woodford’s Golf Team, the Maine Historical Society, Treasurer of the Cumberland Historical Society, founder and member of the Cumberland Curmudgeon Club and member of the Town of Cumberland’s Planning Board.

During his busy life, he was accompanied by his wife of 55 years, Kathy, who shared this life full of love, laughter and adventure. Bill’s most precious and meaningful moments to him were those shared with his family, especially his granddaughter, Maddie. Some of the most joyful moments of his life were those spent sharing laughter and conversations with all of his many friends. He brought joy and caring to the world and will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

Bill is survived by his wife, Kathy; his son Tim, his daughter-in-law Kimberly and his granddaughter Madelyn, his sunshine girl. He was preceded in death by his parents, many friends and relatives, a sister and his son, Michael.

Interment will be at the Maine Veteran’s Cemetery in Augusta, Maine.

As per Bill’s wishes, there will be no immediate services. He asked that you honor him instead by inviting a friend for coffee and share memories and conversations of Bill’s time spent with his many friends. Due to COVID, information regarding services will be announced at a date to be determined.

Please visit http://www.lindquistfuneralhome.com to sign Bill’s online guest book.

In lieu of flowers,

those who wish to can send a donation to:

K.A. Kenny

3 Friar Lane

Cumberland, ME 04021

to establish a memorial tribute erected

by the Cumberland Curmudgeon Club