Rose Mary Kennedy

Rose Mary O. Kennedy, 100, of Fountain Hill passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at Holy Family Manor. Born on September 16, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Angeline (Ronca) and Pasquale Oricko. She was proud to be the devoted wife of Richard J. Kennedy, with whom she shared 53 years of marriage until his passing in 2003.

She will be lovingly remembered by her nephews, Patrick Ackerman, Francis J. Ackerman, Jr., Michael Oricko, Joseph Oricko and Timothy Oricko. Rosemary was preceded in death by her sister, Philomena O. Ackerman and brother, Michael Oricko.

A viewing will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 10-11 a.m. at Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018 with a funeral service to begin at 11 a.m. in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692