Lived since 1877 in the same house in Honey Brook.

Death notice for Sarah Ann Ebelhar Kennedy, died February 7, 1917
KENNEDY.--In Honeybrook township, on February 7, 1917, Sarah Ann, widow of the late William KENNEDY, aged 81 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral without further notice from her late residence, near Honeybrook, on Monday, February 12, 1917. Services at the house at 10.30 o'clock a.m. Interment in Honeybrook M. E. Cemetery. Automobiles will meet at 9.15 a.m. train south and 9.40 a.m. train north at Rocklyn, P. & R. R., also 9.07 a.m. train at Honeybrook, P. R. R.
[Source: Daily Local News, February 9, 1917; obtained through the Chester County, PA Historical Society Library clipping files; capitalizations added by compiler VC]

• Married: 15 OCT 1863 ³
• Note:

  Mr. and Mrs. William Kennedy celebrated their 50th anniversary of their wedding at their home on the Horseshoe pike, west of Honey Brook. An elaborate dinner was served and at the table on Mrs. Kennedy's right was seated Mrs. John Climenson, of Honey Brook, who was bridesmaid fifty years ago. Mrs. Climenson wore a collar that was 54 years old and was attired in the same dress that she wore on that wedding day and also the hat that was worn on that occasion. The Kennedy home, where the celebration took place is supposed to be the oldest home in Chester County, the present occupant being the third generation born and lived there. Children of the Kennedy's are John of Honey Brook; George at home; William of Kimberton; and Mrs. Edward White, of Narberth.
  [Source: Daily Local News, October 23, 1913; obtained through the Chester County, PA Historical Society Library clipping files]
  
  Why did the above article not mention Bena, Lillian, Laura, or the other children?
  
  Golden Wedding Anniversary
  Many Guests at Kennedy Home Near Town; Elaborate Dinner and Beautiful Decorations In Commemoration Of the Event
  Mr. & Mrs. William Kennedy celebrated the fiftieth anniversary of their wedding at their home along the Horseshoe Pike about a mile and a half west of this place on Wednesday. An elaborate dinner was served to the children, grandchildren, relatives and friends, the table being beautifully lighted by candles in silver candelabra with golden shades. On Mrs. Kennedy's right was seated Mrs. John Climenson, of town, who was bridesmaid at the Kennedy wedding fifty years ago. Mrs. Climenson wore a collar 54 years old and was attired in the same dress that she wore on that wedding day. She also wore the hat that was worn on that occasion, half a century ago. Before dinner, Rev. I. T. Edwards, pastor of the Honey Brook M. E. church, addressed all the guests who had assembled in the yard adjoining the house. At the conclusion of the address Mr. and Mrs. Kennedy received a shower of gold from the children and grandchildren. Many costly presents were also given them among which was a beautiful gold watch from the oldest grandson, Earl White, a gold chain, cut glass china, and a plate of imported china. Many letters were received from friends, who were not able to be present. General Wayne Post, No. 611, G.A.R., of Honey Brook, of which Mr. Kennedy is a member, presented him with a beautiful emblem. The decorations in the modest home where the affair took place comprised a tasteful arrangement of of yellow and gold in keeping with the event. Following are the children of Mr. and Mrs. Kennedy: George, at home; John, of Honey Brook; William, of Kimberton; Mrs. Edward White, of Narberth; Mrs. John Kennedy and Miss Lillian Kennedy, of Philadelphia, and Mrs. P. J. Mertz, of Honey Brook. They also have seventeen grandchildren. Other guests present were: Mrs. Ella Rigg, Mrs. Jas. Seymour and daughter, Mrs. Emma Walker, Miss Kate Walker and Mrs. Annie Fredericks, all of Reading; Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Conner and three daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Yoeman and daughter, of Coatesville; Mrs. M. E. Tracester, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Lowry, Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Kennedy, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Kennedy, Mr. and Mrs. John Kennedy, Sr., and Mr. and Mrs. John Kennedy, Jr., and son, Miss Lillian Kennedy and Mrs. Harriet Shirk, all of Philadelphia; Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Ebelhar, of Glen Moore; Mr. and Mrs. John Climenson, Rev. I. T. Edwards, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne McConnell, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Glenn, Geo. Ebelhar, Robert Ebelhar, and Miss Irma Coffroad, of Honey Brook and vicinity. A number of phone messages were received during the day extending to the bride and bridegroom of fifty summers many returns of the day. Little Hazel and Thelma Mertz, of town, two granddaughters , recited very creditably. The day proved to be a very pleasant one and the departing left best wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Kennedy for many more enjoyable anniversaries. Mrs. Kennedy is the daughter of the late John Ebelhar, a drover, who disappeared 48 years ago in Philadelphia and has never been heard from since. Mr. Kennedy, a millwright and mechanical engineer of great ability, has spent nearly a lifetime at his trade and can boast of having worked in ten or twelve different states. He has laid aside his tools and practically retired from active work, being in his 77th year. He served in the 197th Pennsylvania Reserve Volunteer service during the Civil War. The Kennedy home where the celebration took place, is supposed to be the oldest house in Chester County, the present occupants being the third generation that were born and lived there.
  [Source: The Weekly Graphic, Honey Brook, Chester County, Friday, October 17, 1913]

1. George Davis KENNEDY b: 10 JUL 1864
2. John Leonard Trester KENNEDY b: 4 APR 1866 in Honey Brook, Chester County, Pennsylvania
3. William Sloan KENNEDY b: 28 APR 1868 in Honey Brook, Chester County, Pennsylvania
4. Flora Elizabeth KENNEDY b: 22 JUN 1869 in West of Honey Brook, Chester County, Pennsylvania
5. Bena F. KENNEDY b: 28 DEC 1870
6. Lorenzo KENNEDY b: 9 MAR 1872
7. Lillian May KENNEDY b: 31 MAY 1873
8. Mary KENNEDY b: 8 JUN 1875
9. Laura Bell KENNEDY b: 22 JUN 1876 in Honey Brook, Chester County, Pennsylvania

1. Title: Certificate of Death, William S. Kennedy, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Dept. of Health, File No. 63326, July 26, 1935
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   Media: Official Document
   Note: Honey Brook Herald, ""Ebelhars and Kennedys Are Descended From David Jones ..." Honey Brook Herald [Chester County, PA], ."
2. Title: Notes from Gail Diane (Griffith) Shupe, 10/12/01, which includes information from Lillie Kennedy's Family Bible (from Lizzie Trego Kennedy)
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   Media: Other
3. Title: "Ebelhars and Kennedys Are Descended From David Jones ..."
   Author: Honey Brook Herald
   Publication: January 14, 1937
   Note: photocopied clipping
   Repository:
   Note: Chester County Historical Society, Pennsylvania
   Media: Newspaper