1944
James
2022
James F. "Beatle" Kenyon
January 14, 1944 — October 6, 2022
He was born in Bennington, VT January 14, 1944. He was the son of the late Lyle and Marie (Colegrove) Kenyon. Jim received his education in Bennington and was a graduate of Bennington High School.
He married the former Bernadette Sausville on May 2, 1970 at Sacred Heart Church in Bennington.
In earlier years Jim was employed as a body man at Hogan Chevrolet in Bennington. In 1977 he opened his own body shop on North Branch Street, Kenyon Autobody and Towing. In 1997, Jim decided to retire from the autobody business and went to work for the Town of Bennington in the Maintenance Department. He retired from the town in 2010.
He was a life member of the Bennington Elks Club # 567 and was a 54 year member of the Bennington Fire Department Stark Hose. He was named Fireman of the Year in 1980. He served as Captain in 1992 and also as a past foreman of the company. Jim enjoyed listening to country music and working in the yard. He really enjoyed his towing business. His family was his main interest.
Survivors include his wife, Bernadette "Bunnie" Kenyon of Bennington. Two daughters and their spouses, Joleyne Kenyon (John Masi Jr) of Shaftsbury and Kendra Stratton (Tighe) of Bennington. Two grandchildren, Tatum and Emme Stratton of Bennington. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by a brother, Robert Kenyon.
There will be no calling hours. A celebration of Jim's life will be held at the Bennington Elks Club on October 29th, 2022 from 1pm till 4pm.
If friends desire contributions in memory of James F. Kenyon may be made to either Saint Jude's Children's Hospital or the Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center through the office of the Mahar and Son Funeral Home 628 Main St. Bennington, VT 05201. Guest book condolences may be made at www.maharandsonfuneralhome.net.
The family would like to thank the staff at both the Bennington Health and Rehabilitation Center and the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center for the tremendous support and care they provided to Jim and his family.
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