With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Willie James Kennedy, 70, of New Zion, SC, husband of Lettie Kennedy, who passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

Life Reflections

Willie "Blue" Kennedy was born April 24, 1955, in Williamsburg County, South Carolina, to the late Virginia Higgins and William Higgins. He answered God's call on February 21, 2026, and went to his eternal rest with his Heavenly Father.

At an early age, Willie accepted Christ. In 2022, he joined St. John A.M.E. Church, where he became an active member. He served on the Usher Board and as a Trustee in the Church until his health declined.

Willie received his education at Williamsburg County High School. Willie was employed as a construction worker with various companies. He enjoyed yard work and fishing.

Willie was preceded in death by his parents, Virginia Higgins and William Higgins; two brothers, Nathaniel "Bub" Kenneth and Harold "Lil Boy" License and a grandchild, Messiah Burgess.

Willie leaves to cherish his precious memory: his loving and devoted wife, Lettie Kennedy of the home. He leaves behind five children, Danielle (Barlow) McGhee of Rock Island, IL, Shawn (Kimberly) Burgess of New Zion, SC, Sentrell (Kacy) Burgess of Lake City, SC, Rodney Fulton of Shiloh, SC, and Demetric Epps of New Zion, SC; ten grandchildren, Barlow McGhee, Demonian Kennedy, Virgie (Josiah) Islas, Jakiry Jones, Daniel McGhee, Salasia Burgess, Da'Mani Steed, Konnor Burgess, Kaiden Burgess, and Bella Burgess. two great grandchildren, Londyn Jones and Kahlani McGhee. He has three sisters and two brothers, Brenda Kennedy of New Zion, SC, Diane Kennedy of New Zion, SC, Lois Kennedy of Albany, GA, Timothy Kennedy of Sumter, SC and Titus Kennedy of Louisville, KY; two sisters-in-law, Juanita Wade of Patterson, NJ and Lucille (Claude) Woody of East Stroudsburg, PA; one surviving aunt, Senia Gamble of New Zion, SC; a host of nieces, nephews, cousin and friends. A special thanks to St. John A.M.E. Church, Amedisys Home Health, Agape Hospice Care, South Med Ambulance, Jean and Ida Rich.

The family is receiving friends and family at his late residence, 1401 527 Subdivision Road, New Zion, SC.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Kingstree, SC. 843-354-2292.