Thomas P. Kennedy

Kennedy, Thomas P. of Sloan, NY passed away suddenly on July 17, 2026.  Tom was predeceased by his wife Julie Kennedy (nee Earl), his parents, Paul J. and Rita K. Kennedy (nee McGivney), and his brother Michael P. Kennedy (late Patricia, nee Raimonde).  He was the beloved brother of Kathleen A., Christopher F. (late Patricia, nee Gleason), Paula M. (D. Michael) Worden, Brian J. (Jeryl), Matthew B. (Rita), Patricia K. (Michael) Timmons, Michele M. Potter (late Daniel), and John R. Kennedy.  Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends who will deeply miss him.  Born and raised in Snyder, NY, and a graduate of Amherst High School, Tom started his work career as a mechanic at Kennedy’s Mobil in Snyder.  He also worked in the building products supply industry for many years as well as an auto mechanic.  Tom was a devoted sports fan of the Buffalo Bills, Sabres and Bandits.  Tom was a kind man with a great smile and giving heart which was apparent as he was always ready to help anyone.  He donated blood regularly through the WNY American Red Cross and annually participated in the WNY Walk to End Alzheimers.  He loved to ride his Harley Davidson motorcycle and enjoyed a cold beer with his friends and family.  Friends are invited to join his family to pay their respects on Friday, July 24, 2026, from 3-6 pm at the Dietrich Funeral Home, Inc., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst NY.  His family will honor him with a Celebration of Life on a future date.  Flowers gratefully declined, donations in Thomas’ memory may be made to the WNY Alzheimers Association (www.alz.org/wny), the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinsons Research (www.michaeljfox.org/) or the WNY Chapter of American Red Cross (www.redcorss.org/donate/donation).  Online condolences may be shared at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com