Kennedy Funeral Home - Essex

09/23/2026

Late of Windsor. Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on September 23, 2026, at 91 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Karl Delaere (December 21, 2017). Treasured mother of Carmen Warriner, Charlene Hunter (Allen), Cindy Faubert (Clinton) and Cathy Masse (Greg). Cherished Grandma o...

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09/23/2026

09/21/2026

Inverarity, Shirley

Passed away peacefully on September 15, 2026, Shirley is now reunited in heaven with her husband Murray (2020). Cherished mother of Lori (Craig), Murray (Christine), Scott (Susanna) and the late Judy. Loving grandma of Aimee, Dave, Alyssa, late David, Tessey, Stephanie, D...

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09/18/2026

09/16/2026

Across Windsor–Essex, there’s only one funeral & cremation provider with a single location, us!

At Kennedy’s, everything happens right here in Essex: one building, one team, one standard of care and one community we’re devoted to.

Your loved one comes here.
Your care happens here.
Your family is supported here, by neighbours and not a network.

In a world where funeral homes and cremation companies are becoming multi‑location, multi-owner or corporate‑owned, we’re proud to remain fully independent, fully local, and fully committed to the families of Essex County.

One Home. One Team. One Community.
Care Over Transaction. Always.

09/08/2026

With heavy hearts we announce Ed’s passing on September 8, 2026, at 90 years of age. Son of the late Russell and Violet Curtis. Beloved husband of Donna-Mae (nee Lepain) with whom he celebrated 67 years of marriage. Loving and devoted father of Danny, Dale (Rosemary) and Wayne (Leanne). Treasured gr...

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08/31/2026

Peleshok, Dale

Passed away on August 30, 2026, at the age of 69 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Dale was loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew him including his faithful companion chihuahua Charlie. Dale worked in housing maintenance before moving on into a property man...

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08/29/2026

Wilson, Dean

Passed away on August 27, 2026, at the age of 66 surrounded by his loving family. Dean leaves to celebrate his life his cherished wife Dorothy (Greene) with whom he shared 26 years of marriage. Loving Father of Justin, Dean, Kyle, Deana, Joshua, Wendy, Brittany and stepfather of...

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08/28/2026

Breaking news: Larry de Ryk’s fresh mullet has unlocked full Yondu energy. The celebrity cam didn’t hesitate. It said he looks exactly like that blue guy from Guardians of the Galaxy who threatens people with a whistle.

Larry is our dog. His whistle summons treats, not weapons.