James Kenny

Sept. 17, 1921 - Oct. 21, 2018 Resident of Crockett

James F. Kenny known to most as “Bud”, 97, of Crockett, passed away on Sunday October 21st, 2018 with his family by his side. Bud was born on September 17th, 1921 in Crockett, CA to James Kenny and Loretto Murphy.

Always proud of his Irish roots, he met his beautiful Italian bride Albertina (Alberta) Carlini at C&H Sugar. They wed in 1942 prior to his deployment to Italy for World War II.

Bud served his country proud as a Squad Leader and later a Staff Sergeant in the Army. He earned the Silver Star for Valor in combat and also received the Purple Heart after sustaining an artillery wound.

At the end of WWII, after returning to Crockett, he and Alberta started a family welcoming Kevin (1952) and Bridget (1955). Their lives centered around family, St. Rose Catholic Church and Bud’s love for the San Francisco Giants and 49ers.

After retiring from C&H sugar, he and Alberta spent their retirement years traveling the world and were very involved in the life of their grandson Jared. When Alberta passed in 2007, Bud remained active in his favorite card rooms. On any given day he could be found at the California Grand Casino or the Oaks Card Club, where he convinced his family he was “working.”

Bud is survived by his grandson, Jared (Pha), daughter-in-law, Rene’, great grandchildren Trinity, Bella & Roman. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews: Veronica Jimenez, Paula Silva, Jimmy (Nikki) DiSangro, and Denise DiSangro. Bud was preceded in death by his wife, Alberta, children, Kevin and Bridget, and siblings: Edward, Loretto (Teeny) and Rosemary (Sis).

A celebration of life will be held Saturday November 17th 2018, at 11:00 AM at St. Rose of Lima Church in Crockett. Reception to follow in the parish hall.