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Obituary for KENNE


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Saturday December 08, 2007

Tony (Tex) Edward Kenne, age 44, died in his sleep Tuesday, November 20, 2007 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He was born February 23, 1963, in Houston, Texas to Eckwald and Shirley Kenne. Tony is survived by his husband/partner of 17 years, Bruce Skidmore of Santa Fe, NM; mother, Shirley Kenne of Flynn, TX; grandmother, Freida Schmidt of Karnes City, TX; brother, Dwayne Kenne of Flynn, TX; sister, Deana Drake of North Zulch, TX; uncle, David Kenne of Houston, TX; aunts, Jackie Peterson of North Zulch, TX and Vivian Wheelis of Alma, GA; nephews, Chadd Kenne of Temple, GA and Chance Mandrell of North Zulch, TX; and nieces, Mindy Woodard of Willis, TX, Misty Williams of Willis, TX, Crystal Smith of Conroe, TX and Danielle Kenne of Flynn, TX; as well as numerous great nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Eckwald Kenne; grandfathers, Waldeman Kenne and Caney Brown; grandmother, Bula Pauline Berry; and nephew, Dwayne Dale Kenne, Jr. Those who met him were drawn to him by his warm and caring personality. To Tony, everyone was family. Tony gave to the community as much as he was able, which was never enough for him. His love of life and wonderful smile will always be with us. Memorial Services will be held Saturday (December 8, 2007) 2 p.m. at the Hotel Plaza Real Santa Clara Meeting Room 125 Washington Avenue Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501 In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his name to the charitable organization of your choice.