With his family by his side, John Mark Kennedy of Harbour Main, lost his long fought battle with COPD on February 7, 2018 in his 79th year. He joins his parents: Ann and Frank Kennedy, siblings: Cyril, Gerald, Margaret and Madeline Kennedy, Eileen Finn and Angeline Dalton. Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of memories his devoted daughters: Lisa Hauser (David) and Heather Carroll (Darcy) of Edmonton, along with their mother Iris Kennedy of Holyrood, brother Patrick Kennedy (Joan), Brooklyn. Grandpa John will be greatly missed by his five grandchildren: Liam, Max, Katie and Emily Hauser and Joshua Carroll of Edmonton. John was surrounded in his final days by his many nieces, nephews and extended family. Their love and support was greatly appreciated. His best friend and furry companion of 14 years, Benji died of a broken heart one day later, and they are finally together again forever. Thank you to his caretaker and friend Lena Wall of Harbour Main. Thank you to the nursing staff and physicians on 5 South A especially Jamie and Dr. Murray who cared for him in his last hours. Your kindness and care will always be remembered. As per his request, cremation has taken place. Resting at Dunphy’s Funeral Home, Holyrood on, Sunday, February 11, 2018 from 2-9 pm. Funeral will take place at 10:30 am on Monday, February 12, 2018 with Mass of Christian Burial from Sts. Peter & Paul Church, Harbour Main. Inurnment to follow in Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery, Harbour Main. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Newfoundland Lung Association or Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery Fund. Please visit www.dunphys.ca to sign the memorial guest book or to send a message of condolence.