Paul L Kennard

Paul L. Kennard (July 13, 1944 - June 27, 2021) passed away peacefully in Fairhope AL on June 27 at age 76. He was the devoted husband of 55 years to Edna "Cooky" (née Klein) Kennard who predeceased him. Paul graduated highschool in Mobile AL and attended Mississippi Southern before working his way up at Shook & Fletcher Insulation, Co. (Decatur Office) where he was employed for over three decades. Having never met a stranger, Paul had a wonderful sense of humor and was a great storyteller. He loved friends and family, old cars, football, cats and especially Cooky. He'd often recount a Halloween trick-or-treat story for friends, where Cooky was surprised by Paul as he stood at the front door with nothing but a bag of candy and a smile. Attending many Alabama games in Tuscaloosa with Cooky and friends, Paul would be the first to call his Auburn friends when Alabama won (or lost) to chide the referees and coaches, but never the players. He and Cooky had a generous heart and were loved by many friends in Decatur and Fairhope. With little fanfare, they’d often help people with gifts of love and support, going so far as to cover medical expenses and educational costs. They hosted many holidaygatherings, Christmas and Thanksgiving, where dozens would bustle around their cozy Decatur home enjoying food, football and the immaculate gardens. Paul and Cooky shared a deep love together. He’d often talk about her, even eight years after her passing from a long illness where he supported her every step of the way. In later years, as Paul’s health faded, he was supported by Cooky’s sister, Kay Klein. To be closer, Kay had recently built a home near Paul’s Fairhope house on land that the Klein family grew up on. In addition to Kay, Paul is survived by Cooky’s extended family, including Roy, Mike and Bobby Klein. There will be a private memorial in October, on the Family property under Cooky’s beloved Angel Tree, where their ashes will be united. We request in leu of flower arrangements, that you donate to your preferred cancer research facility or send a small live wild flower or a small flowering perineal to Kennard’s at 8356 Gayfer Extension, Fairhope, AL 36532, and we’ll plant it amongst their watch.

Paul L Kennard

July 13, 1944 - June 27, 2021

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Paul L Kennard

July 13, 1944 - June 27, 2021

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