Jeffrey Eugene Kenney

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Jeffrey Eugene Kenney, 65, of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away on October 23, 2025.

Jeff was born in Santa Barbara, California, to Kenneth Kenney and Mary Sones. He spent the early part of his life in Moline, Illinois, before making his home in Lincoln.

Jeff will be remembered for his easy smile, his love of cheering on his Nebraska Cornhuskers, Cubbies and Da Bears, and the many weekends spent camping and making memories with his “honey” of more than 25 years, Kris.

He is survived by his son, Joshua (Courtney) Kenney of Gretna, NE; sisters Carole (James) Vrban of Colona, IL; Cora (Ron) Whipple of Silvis, IL; Judy Dugan of East Moline, IL; Lora (Bill) Vallee of East Moline, IL; and Donna Gerdemann of East Moline, IL. He is also survived by grandchildren Hannah, Havannah, Jaxon, Colin, Big Liam, Little Liam, and Avery; great-grandchildren Mora and Rowan; and by Kris Briggs of Lincoln, NE, and her family—Scott Beckmann of Omaha, NE, and his daughter Camryn (Garrett) Beeck of Lincoln, NE; and Brad (Rachel West) Beckmann and their son Sam of Lincoln, NE.

Jeff was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Joyce Clark.

A memorial service celebrating Jeff’s life will be held Wednesday, October 29, at 10:00 a.m. at Roper & Sons Funeral Home at 4300 “O” Street in Lincoln.

Jeff will be deeply missed by his family and friends, who will forever cherish his warmth, humor, hugs and big heart.

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October29

Memorial Service

10:00 am CST

Roper & Sons Midtown Chapel

4300 O St.
Lincoln, NE 68510

(402) 476-1225

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October 31, 2025

I just wanted to reach out to everyone and say how sorry I am to hear of uncle Jeff’s passing. He was a wonderful man, and I remember him as being so kind and always smiling that handsome smile. My mom loved her little brother very much, and I feel blessed to have known him as an amazing uncle. Looking at the pictures, I can see that he continued to have a smile on his face in his later life. I am sorry I didn’t get to see him one last time and to get one of his wonderful hugs…I am glad to see that he had many people who loved him dearly. I am so very sorry for your loss. ♥️

– Bo Dare (Joyce Clark’s daughter)

October 29, 2025

I first met Jeff Kenney when he came into my Upholstery shop. Since then we had many great conversations as he commonly filled my propane bottles. He had such a great gentle personality that I will forever miss and never forget.

– Rich Fazel (Don’s Upholstery)

October 28, 2025

Jeff called me to help him pick up a 65” tv from Risky’s and take it back to their house. One of the old big box TVs. Sure no problem. We get to Risky’s with my truck. We walk in and Jeff knows tons of people there so he’s chatting and catching up on the days news. I’m looking at the size of the tv and thinking, no way am I gonna be able to get that massive tv into the basement. Lol. I think other guys figured out that too and several of them offered to help load it up. They followed us home and helped get it into the basement too. I was so thankful we got more help. He had so many friends and they always helped each other. I’ll miss his laugh and friendly demeanor. Miss you Jeffy!

– Brad Beckmann

October 27, 2025

Jeff thinks he’s the protector at 13 years old 🙂 He had such a playful personality, I love and will miss his grin. Rest in God’s arms Love you

– Carole Vrban

October 27, 2025

I worked with Jeff Kenny for many years, we went on many fishing trips with mark briggs and crew and had at Charity Lake, Branched Oak, Harlan County, Meadowlark. One year while fishing some teenager come flying down the road and ran off into the lake. Need less to say I think Pat continue to fish. The next day the kid and the kids dad showed up and got it out the water.