Doris Kenney
Age - 100
September 15, 2023
Doris S Kenney passed away peacefully at her home in Cody, on the morning of September 14, 2023, at the age of 100. Doris was born in Forsyth Montana on January 14, 1923 and was the youngest girl of 17 children. Her family moved to Colstrip after her 8th grade year, where she met Leo J Kenney. Just four days after she turned 18, they were married by Rev. R. N. Buswell on January 18, 1941. Doris and Leo celebrated 61 years of marriage, before Leo passed in 2002. Shortly after marrying, Leo joined the Army and was accepted into the Air Corp. Doris and three other military wives followed their husbands across the country, from California to South Carolina. When Leo was sent overseas, Doris returned to Montana and moved to Billings to live with her sister, Helen. Doris worked at JC Penney until Leo returned home and they settled down in Billings. Two sons were born in Billings, Michael Lee (Mic) in 1946 and Terry James in 1949. They lived in Billings until 1951, when they moved to Cody. Daughter, Kristine Kay was born in 1964 in Cody. Doris and Leo built her "dream house" in 1971 and she lived there until her death. She was always proud of her home and couldn't believe that she lived in such a beautiful place. Christmas was always at "Grandma D's" house. . . there was never a question. Doris was a longtime member of the Presbyterian Church in Cody and attended as long as her health allowed. She was a member of PEO and played in several bridge groups. Doris was a gardener, quilter, fisherwoman, camper, and a serious card player! She always had time for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She made incredible cinnamon rolls and made sure all of her family had a fresh batch for their Christmas morning breakfasts. Doris is survived by children Mic (Julie) Kenney, Terry (Kay) Kenney, Kris (Paul) Brock; grandchildren Marianne (Troy) Stoll, Chris (Tally) Kenney, Nic Kenney, Jennifer Pollock, Andrea (Tyler) Garnett; great grandchildren Sierra Stoll, Caden Stoll, Aubrey Kenney, Tanner Kenney, Tyler Kenney, Jayma Tuttle and Brock Garnett. We especially want to mention the wonderful relationship she had with her caregiver of many years, and treasured friend, Debbie Clark. You are forever in our hearts, Debbie. Finally, we cannot express our gratitude enough for the care given by Yellowstone Home Care and Stillwater Hospice. These people have compassion beyond belief and we are thankful for them all. Funeral services will be held on Monday, September 18, 2023 at 10am followed by graveside services at Riverside Cemetery and lunch back at the church. Thank you to the Presbyterian Deacons for preparing the luncheon. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Presbyterian Church of Cody, in Doris' name. To send a flower arrangement to the family of , please .Show more
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