{
    "fullName": "Wayne Lester Kennedy",
    "bio": "Wayne Lester Kennedy, 74, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020.\r\n\r\nHe was born September 9, 1946 in Thomasville, NC to the late Brown and Ruth Kennedy.\r\n\r\nHe is survived by his wife, Barbara Beach Kennedy, his children Cheryl (Andy), Jeff (Andrea), Brian, Eddie and Bonnie (Kurt). He had nine grandchildren he adored: Abe, Amelia, Charlotte, Audrey, Lyla, Jagger, Edie, Ember and Rain.\r\n\r\nWayne was a graduate of Gaston College a with a degree in Civil Engineering. After college he moved to Atlanta and shortly after was drafted. He joined the Army as a surveyor, served a tour in Viet Nam and finished his enlistment as a Drill Sergeant at Fort Sill, OK. He was immensely proud of his military service.\r\n\r\nWayne worked as a civil engineer his entire career specializing in various areas including road design, traffic design, environmental, development and engineering, plus many more. He ended his career as County Engineer for Coweta County, Newnan, GA.\r\n\r\nWayne had several hobbies that he thoroughly enjoyed: fishing, hunting, four wheeling, biking and golfing. He was a remarkable woodworker and made numerous pieces of furniture and more for family and friends. He enjoyed sharing this talent and would help whenever a woodworking project was needed.\r\n\r\nHe was very active in his community and left his footprints in many places. He was always there to volunteer his time and talents. He was a kind, gentle and passionate individual. He was never afraid to show his true feelings. He was loved by many and will be missed by many.",
    "country": "United States",
    "imageFilename": "Wayne-Kennedy-1609598903.jpg",
    "dateOfBirth": "September 9, 1946",
    "dateOfDeath": "December 29, 2020",
    "spouse": "Barbara Beach Kennedy",
    "siblings": "",
    "children": "Cheryl (Andy), Jeff (Andrea), Brian, Eddie and Bonnie (Kurt)",
    "restingPlace": "Georgia National Cemetery",
    "occupation": "",
    "city": "Thomasville",
    "state": "North Carolina"
}