Eleanor Doretha Kenney, 98, of Henrico, entered into eternal rest on Friday, January 3, 2025.
She graduated from Virginia Union Union University, then taught school in Colonia Beach, Virginia and Hanover County before retiring.
Eleanor was preceded in death by her parents, James Mason Fleming and Eleanora Winston Fleming; son, Melvin T. Kenney, Sr.; sister, Kate F. Starke and brothers, Curtis and James Fleming.
Left to cherish her memories are two grandchildren, Melvin T. Kenney Jr. and Sharon Kenney; four great grandchildren, Shawn Wilson, Christopher Bent, Marquis and Nichelle Kenney; one great great grandson, Isaac Wilson; devoted caregiver, Gladys P. Kenney; a host of other relatives and friends.
Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Per Mrs. Kenney's request, there will be no viewing and no service. Interment private.
We're so deeply sorry to hear about Ms. Kenney. She was blessed with a long life. Our thoughts are with the family. May you be comforted by God's Word and promises. John 5:28,29.
I was sad to hear of the passing of Ms. Eleanor. Whenever I saw her she always had a smile on her face. She was one of the pillars of Broad Street Gardens. Rest on Ms. Eleanor !!! You will truly be missed. Adgerene Christian Johnson
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