Judy Lynn Kennelly

Judy Lynn was born September 26, 1973 in Welch, WV to Lucky and Diana (Simpson) Cline and had one sibling, Tneshia Lea. She graduated from Oceana High School in 1991. She then attended Southwestern Community College in Sylva, NC and earned her Associate's Degree in Administrative Office Technology. Judy married John Joseph Kennelly III on October 4, 1994. She became a proud mother to Lucky Tyler (January 31, 1995), Diana Marie (October 29, 1998), Destiny Rose (May 4, 2001), and Michael James (July 8, 1989). Her life was forever changed with the birth of her children and she found motherhood to be the most rewarding gift of her lifetime. Judy can be best remembered for her unbelievable ability to make anyone laugh with her most sassy and unconventional humor. She enjoyed making homemade and heartfelt gifts for her family and friends. Judy battled many health issues especially in the past few years. Although these times were difficult, she remained strong in her faith and optimistic for her family. She often utilized music for comfort, joy, and just plain fun and dancing with her family whether it was in the living room or by the creek or at the lake. She always had a knack for finding the most absurd songs that would make you laugh, and we loved that about her. She will always be loved and missed!!