Alfred Woodbury Kinney, 95
SCARBOROUGH - Alfred Woodbury Kinney of Scarborough passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at the age of 95. "Al," as he was known to nearly all his friends and family, had been staying with his daughter, son-in-law, and two granddaughters in Reno, Nev.
Last year, Al was preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Pearl (Penny). Al leaves behind two children, Dana (Mary) and Karen (Makoba); three grandchildren, Amy, Laura and Emma; and four great-grandchildren, Grady, Hayden, Thomas and Matthew. Al also leaves three sisters and many nieces and nephews who he loved dearly.
Al was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend and will be greatly missed by all.
Al was born in Rockland on April 6, 1921, to James and Emma Kinney, and attended schools in St. George. Al was one of nine children and was raised on the family farm in St. George. Throughout his youth, Al was an avid baseball player, and his love of baseball continued throughout his life, as he coached Little League in Scarborough and followed the Boston Red Sox.
Alfred served in the United States Navy during World War II, serving on a ship in the Pacific. Following the war, he married Pearl (Penny) Leonard and for a few years they resided in Northeast Harbor on Mount Desert Island. Al was a master carpenter and worked for many families who lived on the island.
Al and Penny then moved to Scarborough where Al began working for the United States Post Office - a job he enjoyed and where he worked in many different positions before retiring.
Al was very involved in many Scarborough area organizations. He was a longtime member of the West Scarborough United Methodist Church. Al was dedicated to the church and worked tirelessly on many short and long-term projects including mowing the lawns, making repairs on the building and helping out with many fundraisers. He was very supportive of the many efforts of the United Methodist Women who made Al an honorary member of their group. Al also was a member of the Governor William King Masonic Lodge in Scarborough.
Al and his wife, Penny retired early in order to spend more time with friends and family members. They were avid dancers participating in both square dancing and ballroom dancing in the Portland area.
Al's first granddaughter, Amy, was born in Portland to his son,
Dana and his wife, Mary. That first grandchild fulfilled a lifelong dream for both Penny and Al. Subsequent granddaughters, Laura and Emma, were born in California and Nevada, respectively. From then on, Penny and Al drove to the West Coast each winter to spend two to three months with their daughter, Karen and her family. On their journeys to and from California and Nevada they passed through 48 states, visiting many friends along the way. They made a special trip to Hawaii together with close friends. The only one of the 50 states they did not visit was Alaska.
Al was a diligent and skilled "Mr. Fix-It," talented in both building and repairing things. His daughter Karen still remembers how, while staying with her during the winters, he would have a list of things that needed to be done around her house, written on a small card that he carried in his pocket. During his 12- to 14-week stay, he worked to complete all the projects on his list.
For his children and his grand-children, Al often refinished furniture, and built various keepsakes such as shelves, benches, educational wooden toys, doll houses and other items. He also kept his own home on pristine condition doing all the painting, wallpapering, and repairs himself.
While Al maintained their Scarborough, Cape Cod home, his wife Penny decorated their home with numerous works of needlepoint, counted cross stitch, and quilting. Together they created a very warm and inviting home of which Al was very proud and in which they entertained many friends and family members.
Al's first granddaughter, Amy (and her Mom and Dad), flew to Reno, Nev., to see Al on the most recent Father's Day.
After his death, Amy wrote the following about her grandfather: "Selfless, humble and kind. Generous, caring and forgiving. He loved unconditionally, giving to his family and his community and asking nothing in return. A major faith, who lived that faith by always helping others. Easygoing, sociable, and curious, he was a master at living in the moment...taking time to get to know people, asking questions, and always making those around him feel at ease."
No services are planned for Al at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date st the West Scarborough United Methodist Church.
If you would like to honor Al with a donation, please send it to the West Scarborough United Methodist Church or a charity of your choosing.
The Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram, July 17, 2016
SCARBOROUGH - Alfred Woodbury Kinney of Scarborough passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at the age of 95. "Al," as he was known to nearly all his friends and family, had been staying with his daughter, son-in-law, and two granddaughters in Reno, Nev.
Last year, Al was preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Pearl (Penny). Al leaves behind two children, Dana (Mary) and Karen (Makoba); three grandchildren, Amy, Laura and Emma; and four great-grandchildren, Grady, Hayden, Thomas and Matthew. Al also leaves three sisters and many nieces and nephews who he loved dearly.
Al was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend and will be greatly missed by all.
Al was born in Rockland on April 6, 1921, to James and Emma Kinney, and attended schools in St. George. Al was one of nine children and was raised on the family farm in St. George. Throughout his youth, Al was an avid baseball player, and his love of baseball continued throughout his life, as he coached Little League in Scarborough and followed the Boston Red Sox.
Alfred served in the United States Navy during World War II, serving on a ship in the Pacific. Following the war, he married Pearl (Penny) Leonard and for a few years they resided in Northeast Harbor on Mount Desert Island. Al was a master carpenter and worked for many families who lived on the island.
Al and Penny then moved to Scarborough where Al began working for the United States Post Office - a job he enjoyed and where he worked in many different positions before retiring.
Al was very involved in many Scarborough area organizations. He was a longtime member of the West Scarborough United Methodist Church. Al was dedicated to the church and worked tirelessly on many short and long-term projects including mowing the lawns, making repairs on the building and helping out with many fundraisers. He was very supportive of the many efforts of the United Methodist Women who made Al an honorary member of their group. Al also was a member of the Governor William King Masonic Lodge in Scarborough.
Al and his wife, Penny retired early in order to spend more time with friends and family members. They were avid dancers participating in both square dancing and ballroom dancing in the Portland area.
Al's first granddaughter, Amy, was born in Portland to his son,
Dana and his wife, Mary. That first grandchild fulfilled a lifelong dream for both Penny and Al. Subsequent granddaughters, Laura and Emma, were born in California and Nevada, respectively. From then on, Penny and Al drove to the West Coast each winter to spend two to three months with their daughter, Karen and her family. On their journeys to and from California and Nevada they passed through 48 states, visiting many friends along the way. They made a special trip to Hawaii together with close friends. The only one of the 50 states they did not visit was Alaska.
Al was a diligent and skilled "Mr. Fix-It," talented in both building and repairing things. His daughter Karen still remembers how, while staying with her during the winters, he would have a list of things that needed to be done around her house, written on a small card that he carried in his pocket. During his 12- to 14-week stay, he worked to complete all the projects on his list.
For his children and his grand-children, Al often refinished furniture, and built various keepsakes such as shelves, benches, educational wooden toys, doll houses and other items. He also kept his own home on pristine condition doing all the painting, wallpapering, and repairs himself.
While Al maintained their Scarborough, Cape Cod home, his wife Penny decorated their home with numerous works of needlepoint, counted cross stitch, and quilting. Together they created a very warm and inviting home of which Al was very proud and in which they entertained many friends and family members.
Al's first granddaughter, Amy (and her Mom and Dad), flew to Reno, Nev., to see Al on the most recent Father's Day.
After his death, Amy wrote the following about her grandfather: "Selfless, humble and kind. Generous, caring and forgiving. He loved unconditionally, giving to his family and his community and asking nothing in return. A major faith, who lived that faith by always helping others. Easygoing, sociable, and curious, he was a master at living in the moment...taking time to get to know people, asking questions, and always making those around him feel at ease."
No services are planned for Al at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date st the West Scarborough United Methodist Church.
If you would like to honor Al with a donation, please send it to the West Scarborough United Methodist Church or a charity of your choosing.
The Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram, July 17, 2016
Alfred Woodbury Kinney, 95
SCARBOROUGH - Alfred Woodbury Kinney of Scarborough passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at the age of 95. "Al," as he was known to nearly all his friends and family, had been staying with his daughter, son-in-law, and two granddaughters in Reno, Nev.
Last year, Al was preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Pearl (Penny). Al leaves behind two children, Dana (Mary) and Karen (Makoba); three grandchildren, Amy, Laura and Emma; and four great-grandchildren, Grady, Hayden, Thomas and Matthew. Al also leaves three sisters and many nieces and nephews who he loved dearly.
Al was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend and will be greatly missed by all.
Al was born in Rockland on April 6, 1921, to James and Emma Kinney, and attended schools in St. George. Al was one of nine children and was raised on the family farm in St. George. Throughout his youth, Al was an avid baseball player, and his love of baseball continued throughout his life, as he coached Little League in Scarborough and followed the Boston Red Sox.
Alfred served in the United States Navy during World War II, serving on a ship in the Pacific. Following the war, he married Pearl (Penny) Leonard and for a few years they resided in Northeast Harbor on Mount Desert Island. Al was a master carpenter and worked for many families who lived on the island.
Al and Penny then moved to Scarborough where Al began working for the United States Post Office - a job he enjoyed and where he worked in many different positions before retiring.
Al was very involved in many Scarborough area organizations. He was a longtime member of the West Scarborough United Methodist Church. Al was dedicated to the church and worked tirelessly on many short and long-term projects including mowing the lawns, making repairs on the building and helping out with many fundraisers. He was very supportive of the many efforts of the United Methodist Women who made Al an honorary member of their group. Al also was a member of the Governor William King Masonic Lodge in Scarborough.
Al and his wife, Penny retired early in order to spend more time with friends and family members. They were avid dancers participating in both square dancing and ballroom dancing in the Portland area.
Al's first granddaughter, Amy, was born in Portland to his son,
Dana and his wife, Mary. That first grandchild fulfilled a lifelong dream for both Penny and Al. Subsequent granddaughters, Laura and Emma, were born in California and Nevada, respectively. From then on, Penny and Al drove to the West Coast each winter to spend two to three months with their daughter, Karen and her family. On their journeys to and from California and Nevada they passed through 48 states, visiting many friends along the way. They made a special trip to Hawaii together with close friends. The only one of the 50 states they did not visit was Alaska.
Al was a diligent and skilled "Mr. Fix-It," talented in both building and repairing things. His daughter Karen still remembers how, while staying with her during the winters, he would have a list of things that needed to be done around her house, written on a small card that he carried in his pocket. During his 12- to 14-week stay, he worked to complete all the projects on his list.
For his children and his grand-children, Al often refinished furniture, and built various keepsakes such as shelves, benches, educational wooden toys, doll houses and other items. He also kept his own home on pristine condition doing all the painting, wallpapering, and repairs himself.
While Al maintained their Scarborough, Cape Cod home, his wife Penny decorated their home with numerous works of needlepoint, counted cross stitch, and quilting. Together they created a very warm and inviting home of which Al was very proud and in which they entertained many friends and family members.
Al's first granddaughter, Amy (and her Mom and Dad), flew to Reno, Nev., to see Al on the most recent Father's Day.
After his death, Amy wrote the following about her grandfather: "Selfless, humble and kind. Generous, caring and forgiving. He loved unconditionally, giving to his family and his community and asking nothing in return. A major faith, who lived that faith by always helping others. Easygoing, sociable, and curious, he was a master at living in the moment...taking time to get to know people, asking questions, and always making those around him feel at ease."
No services are planned for Al at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date st the West Scarborough United Methodist Church.
If you would like to honor Al with a donation, please send it to the West Scarborough United Methodist Church or a charity of your choosing.
The Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram, July 17, 2016
SCARBOROUGH - Alfred Woodbury Kinney of Scarborough passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at the age of 95. "Al," as he was known to nearly all his friends and family, had been staying with his daughter, son-in-law, and two granddaughters in Reno, Nev.
Last year, Al was preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Pearl (Penny). Al leaves behind two children, Dana (Mary) and Karen (Makoba); three grandchildren, Amy, Laura and Emma; and four great-grandchildren, Grady, Hayden, Thomas and Matthew. Al also leaves three sisters and many nieces and nephews who he loved dearly.
Al was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend and will be greatly missed by all.
Al was born in Rockland on April 6, 1921, to James and Emma Kinney, and attended schools in St. George. Al was one of nine children and was raised on the family farm in St. George. Throughout his youth, Al was an avid baseball player, and his love of baseball continued throughout his life, as he coached Little League in Scarborough and followed the Boston Red Sox.
Alfred served in the United States Navy during World War II, serving on a ship in the Pacific. Following the war, he married Pearl (Penny) Leonard and for a few years they resided in Northeast Harbor on Mount Desert Island. Al was a master carpenter and worked for many families who lived on the island.
Al and Penny then moved to Scarborough where Al began working for the United States Post Office - a job he enjoyed and where he worked in many different positions before retiring.
Al was very involved in many Scarborough area organizations. He was a longtime member of the West Scarborough United Methodist Church. Al was dedicated to the church and worked tirelessly on many short and long-term projects including mowing the lawns, making repairs on the building and helping out with many fundraisers. He was very supportive of the many efforts of the United Methodist Women who made Al an honorary member of their group. Al also was a member of the Governor William King Masonic Lodge in Scarborough.
Al and his wife, Penny retired early in order to spend more time with friends and family members. They were avid dancers participating in both square dancing and ballroom dancing in the Portland area.
Al's first granddaughter, Amy, was born in Portland to his son,
Dana and his wife, Mary. That first grandchild fulfilled a lifelong dream for both Penny and Al. Subsequent granddaughters, Laura and Emma, were born in California and Nevada, respectively. From then on, Penny and Al drove to the West Coast each winter to spend two to three months with their daughter, Karen and her family. On their journeys to and from California and Nevada they passed through 48 states, visiting many friends along the way. They made a special trip to Hawaii together with close friends. The only one of the 50 states they did not visit was Alaska.
Al was a diligent and skilled "Mr. Fix-It," talented in both building and repairing things. His daughter Karen still remembers how, while staying with her during the winters, he would have a list of things that needed to be done around her house, written on a small card that he carried in his pocket. During his 12- to 14-week stay, he worked to complete all the projects on his list.
For his children and his grand-children, Al often refinished furniture, and built various keepsakes such as shelves, benches, educational wooden toys, doll houses and other items. He also kept his own home on pristine condition doing all the painting, wallpapering, and repairs himself.
While Al maintained their Scarborough, Cape Cod home, his wife Penny decorated their home with numerous works of needlepoint, counted cross stitch, and quilting. Together they created a very warm and inviting home of which Al was very proud and in which they entertained many friends and family members.
Al's first granddaughter, Amy (and her Mom and Dad), flew to Reno, Nev., to see Al on the most recent Father's Day.
After his death, Amy wrote the following about her grandfather: "Selfless, humble and kind. Generous, caring and forgiving. He loved unconditionally, giving to his family and his community and asking nothing in return. A major faith, who lived that faith by always helping others. Easygoing, sociable, and curious, he was a master at living in the moment...taking time to get to know people, asking questions, and always making those around him feel at ease."
No services are planned for Al at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date st the West Scarborough United Methodist Church.
If you would like to honor Al with a donation, please send it to the West Scarborough United Methodist Church or a charity of your choosing.
The Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram, July 17, 2016
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