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LEE ANN KENNEDY Lee Ann Carpenter Kennedy, 48, passed away in Orlando on April 1, 2004. Lee Ann was born in Orlando, FL, graduated from Winter Park High and attended the University of Florida. Consistent with her adventurous spirit she joined Delta Airlines as a flight attendant in 1977. She continued her professional career as an insurance claims manager and moved to Atlanta in 1984. In the early 1990's she became a water aerobics instructor and annually ran in the Peachtree Road Race with her family. More recently she worked as a substitute teacher. As a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Lilburn, GA, she also served the community as a blood donor and volunteer with Meals on Wheels. She loved to walk, usually 3 miles each day with her dogs. Lee Ann is survived by beloved husband, Kris, daughter, Erin McCormick, and sons, Lee and Brian, all of Dacula, GA; parents, Walter and Mary Carpenter, Sr., Orlando; sister, Shelby (Palmer) Yergey, Orlando; brothers, Walter (Laurie) Carpenter, Jr. and Mark (Carol) Carpenter, Orlando; as well as her 8 nephews and 8 nieces. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 10, 2004, 1:00 P.M. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1826 Killian Hill Rd,, Lilburn, GA. Those who wish may make contributions to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Homes, Lake Ivanhoe Chapel, 301 NE Ivanhoe Boulevard, Orlando, Florida 32804, (407) 898-8111.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 8, 2004.

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McDonald Nell & Allen

April 23, 2004

Dear Kris & Family,



We were so saddened when Sandy Kuzava (our daughter) told us about Lee Ann's death. She looked so beautiful at Eddie & Tracy's wedding last Nov. Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Thanks for all you did to help Sandy too!

Randy Bieniek

April 15, 2004

Kris and kids,

Words aren't enough right now.I'm so very sorry to hear this news. Lee Ann was an exhuberant, humorous, and lovely woman. She touched more lives than you can imagine which is a wonderful legacy. Special thoughts and prayers for you all in the days ahead.

Sandra Moroschok

April 13, 2004

Kris and Family,

I am saddened by your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Paige Smith

April 13, 2004

Kris,

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Susan Kulakowski

April 13, 2004

Dear Kris and Family,



My family and I wish to express our deepest sympathy and sorrow at the loss of your wife. You and your family are in our thoughts and our prayers.

Milton Vahue

April 12, 2004

To Lee Ann's family and her parents,



I remember Lee Ann from the time when she and her parents first moved in 3 doors down from my parent's house. We spent 6 years in the same schools, riding the same bus every day and, I remember the happy spirit that she shared with everyone who knew her in those halcyon days. Reading these notes from other school and family friends of years gone by, reaffirms the dimension of the spirit Lee Ann spread thoughout her life with each of us.



With Deepest Sympathy

Dwight Pinson

April 9, 2004

Kris and Family,



I just want you to know that many of us are in pain for the loss of Lee Ann. Personally, she always made me feel special and would alway express her concern about my well being.Because of her natural kindness, I will never forget her.



May God bless and be with all of you during these difficult times.

Belva Foster

April 8, 2004

Kris and family



Her smile, her bright eyes, adventurous spirit made her Extra Special! My prayers are with you All.

Judy Bailey

April 8, 2004

To Lee Ann's Family,

Lee Ann greeted me almost every day with a ready smile and an enthusiastic "Good Morning" as we passed each other on our walks. I know the entire Hamilton Mill community will miss her boundless energy and cheerfulness, and I personally will miss her step. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

Most sincerely,

Judy Bailey

Kim Anderson

April 7, 2004

Dear Walt & Mary, I learned of Lee Ann's passing yesterday afternoon. My thoughts and prayers are with you both and your entire family. I remember as a little girl waving at Lee Ann from outside as she was standing in her crib by her bedroom window. She was such a happy and sweet child even at that young age. Please know my prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

Rick Ketaily

April 7, 2004

Kris & family.



I am so sorry to hear of Lee Ann's passing. I am sure that your strength as a family will help comfort you at this time.

Evelyn Kirkland-Ingram

April 7, 2004

My prayers goes out to the family. Even though it seems hard today, God's plan will reveal a brighter day.

Lisa & Kimberly Garner

April 7, 2004

Kris and family,

We are deeply sadden to hear of your loss. May god, family and friends help ease your pain and give you strength. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jewell and Theresa Roberts

April 6, 2004

Kris, your heart is breaking because Lee Ann's love was so great. Her love and strength will be with you and your family now and always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Margaret Testa

April 6, 2004

Kris & Family I am saddened by your great loss. Lee Ann was a great person and she will be missed by those who had the previledge of knowing her. God be with you.

Kim Walker (Kozlowski)

April 6, 2004

To Lee Ann's Family:

Richard and I express our sympathy to you during this difficult time. Although time and miles have separated us since our high school and college days, we remember Lee Ann for her wonderful sense of humor, laughter and positive spirit. May you have special memories of a caring and loving wife, daughter, mother and friend. We extend our prayers that your grief will be replaced with the knowledge that Lee Ann is no longer suffering and is in a much better place.

Kim (Kozlowski) Walker

Lise (Hobbs) Schramm

April 6, 2004

Dear Family,

My mother called yesterday with the sad news of Lee Ann's death. She helped make Glenridge Jr. High and Winter Pk. High magical places where all things were possible. My love to all of you and prayers during this difficult time.

Dee Dee Barber

April 6, 2004

Lee Ann was a talented, enthusiastic and generous classmate at Glenridge and Winter Park High. She put her all into everything she did and she was kind to everyone she knew. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Dawn Mazlik

April 5, 2004

Dear Kris and family,



I am saddened by your loss, as I know how much Lee Ann will be missed by everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you.



With Deepest Sympathy,

Dawn Mazlik

Darlys Ausec

April 5, 2004

Dear Family,



We were shocked and saddened to hear about Lee Ann. We remember her as a very friendly and fun lovin person. We will surely miss her. May God be with you all.



With Love,

Darlys, Dave, Sean & Heather Ausec

Maureen Bell-Lawrence

April 5, 2004

Dear Family,

I knew Lee Ann in high school. Lee Ann touched everyone with her smile and laughter. She will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

April 5, 2004

Dear Kris, Erin, Lee & Brian,



We are so very saddened by the loss of Lee Ann. She was such a fun person to be around and had such a sweet smile. You are all in our prayers.



Love,

Ed, Sandi & Erik Kuzava (Loganville)

Royce and Tracy Simmons

April 5, 2004

Dear Family,



Lee Ann was a very special lady who never met a stranger. She will be missed very much. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Kris and the family in this difficult time.



With love,

Tracy Shope-Sandoval

April 5, 2004

Kris & Family,



Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love to each of you..Tracy

DOREATHA WYMS

April 5, 2004

KRIS,ERIN,BRIAN,LEE.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL

DOREATHA WYMS (EASTPOINT, GA )

Jody Bass

April 5, 2004

Dear Family, I am very saddened by your loss. I will continue to pray for each one of you. May our Lord Jesus bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.

Sarah Ruth (Tunstall) Phipps

April 5, 2004

Dear Family of Lee Ann:

I knew Lee Ann in Jr. High and High School. She was soooo funny and happy. Always joking around and had such a free spirit. I have numerous fond memories of her. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. God must need more laughter in heaven for she will be his happiest angel.

Nancy Icardi (Swanson)

April 5, 2004

It is with great saddness that I write this. Lee Ann was and always will be one of my most cherished friends. My memories of her go back to 7th grade and always fun and full of laughter. I will always miss her. My love, thoughts and prayers are with her entire family during this difficult time.

With love,

Nancy (Swanson) Icardi

Tonya (Baker) Travelstead

April 4, 2004

Dear Family,

I knew Lee Ann at Winter Park High and thought of her as a sweet girl who always had a cheery smile on her face. My prayers are with you.

Marie, James, Jeremy Childers

April 4, 2004

Lee,



We are so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a wonderful person and will be missed by all her friends in Dacula. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Hal and Jeanne Williams

April 4, 2004

Mary and Walter:

Our prayers are with you in the time of extreme loss. I know the Lord will sustain you and your family during your grief.

Our Love,

Greg & Laura Lee Brewer

April 4, 2004

Dear Walter, Mary, Walt & Shelby,

Laura Lee and I offer our prayers and deepest sympathies. Laura Lee's Dad, Hal Williams, called us to let us know what had happened. We are so sorry. I hope you have many family and friends to gather around you. Please know that you have our love and support.



Sincerely,



Greg & Laura Lee Brewer

Charlie, Gail and Ashley Carpenter

April 4, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with Kris, Erin, Lee, and Brian. Lee Ann was a wonderfully spirited lady and we will never forget her. May God bless you all,

Jane Hjelm-Hostetler

April 4, 2004

Dear Family, I loved Lee Ann. I have such fond memories of her in elementary thru high school. What a funny and sweet person!! Please be comforted by God's promise in this difficult time.

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