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Nova Scotia Correctional Services planted 3 trees in memory of Roy Kennedy
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
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Melissa Sheehy-Richard posted a condolence
Monday, June 23, 2025
Please know that your family is in my thoughts. Let the memories provide comfort as you grieve the loss of Roy.
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Cathy Arscott posted a condolence
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Reg and I had the privledge of meeting Roy at the South Rawdon Baptist Church a number of years ago.
We will never forget his gentle demeanor, words of wisdom nor his beautiful singing voice.
He will be tremendously missed by all who loved this wonderful man.
Our deepest condolences and sincerest sympathy to the family and friends.
"Thank you, Roy.
For being who you were.
Thank you for the encouraging words you spoke and the blessings you gave us when you would sing.
We know you are now peaceful in the arms of Jesus Christ.
God Bless you, Roy, we will never forget you."
Love,
Cathy Arscott and Reg Brown
Jake and Gail Arscott
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Savannah posted a condolence
Thursday, June 19, 2025
I was so saddened to hear about Roy’s passing. I had the pleasure of knowing him through work years ago and have often thought of him in the years since. I’ll always remember him as one of the kindest people I’ve ever met. He had such a big heart and a gentle spirit that made a lasting impact on everyone around him. I truly appreciated the friendship we shared—he was the kind of person who made your day better just by being there.
My deepest condolences to all of Roy’s loved ones. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
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Cousin Anne Keylor planted a tree in memory of Roy Kennedy
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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Not just for Your Roy but Uncle Roy and Aunt Tess who I loved and missed very much! Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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anne keylor posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
As a child,I loved my big cousin with the warm smile -wish I had gotten to know the man he became-I'm sure he was very special-know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time-Love and Peace-Your cousin-Anne Keylor
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Owen Slack posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Cheryl l had the pleasure of seeing Roy when he was staying at the Debert Hospitality Center. He was a wonderful man to all who he worked with. R.I.P Roy you will be sadly missed
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Angela, Theresa & Brock planted a tree in memory of Roy Kennedy
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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Tuesday, June 17, 2025
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Roy is the reason I have the type of company I have today, almost 30 years after we met. He was my guiding light as I navigated the "use of force" world as a young owner. His mantra was "officer safety" in any environment. He was a mentor and a friend who was always there to give advice and help in any way he could. He stayed in touch over all of these years, checking in and always asking how things were going, letting me know that he was there if I needed anything. He was a strong man with a heart of gold. He will be missed. Rest in peace my brother.
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Arien Johnston lit a candle
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
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My deepest condolences to the family. Roy was an amazing man and I am honored to have gotten to know him during my own training for work. He laughed when I showed him at graduation how my name got spelled wrong and joked “You know, my favorite Disney princess was Ariel” - he made my day. He will be sorely missed.
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Cynthia Park-Campbell posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
To the family of the late Roy Kennedy,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Roys sudden passing. I started my career in corrections in 2008 and trained with Roy on numerous occasions. I was 40 years old when I started so a lot of the people I was training with were a lot younger than me, Roy took me under his wing so to speak and always made sure I had good accomadations and felt comfortable in my role. Roy always had a story to tell no matter what the situation, he was entertaining to say the least. The training team will not be the same without him.
Please accept my sincere condolances. Rest easy Roy and I'm sure you will be training the Angels too if given the chance.
From, Cynthia Park-Campbell, Southwest Nova Scotia Correctional Facility, Yarmouth , NS
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Chris Collett posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
I had many interactions with Roy in various roles at Correctional Services. His guidance and expertise around issues related to staff safety was beyond reproach. Most of all Roy was a gentleman who treated others with great respect and cared about people. He often told me how proud he was to be a member of Correctional Services. We were so fortunate to have him as a colleague.
I am so sorry to hear of his passing and send my deepest condolences to his family.
Chris Collett
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Barbara Keylor posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Dear Kennedy Family,
My sincere condolences, I remember cousin Roy from childhood as my siblings and mom would visit Aunt Tess, Uncle Roy, Roy and Margie.
I recall when he joined Halifax City P.D. but lost touch shortly after I moved away.
Hugs and Prayers to all of you.
Barb Keylor
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Lisa Saunders posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
We’re very sorry for your lose.❤️Lisa,Chad,John,Jordan⛪️
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Brian & Donna Slauenwhite lit a candle
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
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To All The Family,
Words cannot express the heartfelt sympathy we feel for each of you. Roy was an exceptional gentleman who was deeply cared for by his Baptist Church family. We know you will miss him dearly. Our deepest and sincere sympathy, God's Blessings
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Sammy Sampson posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
To the Kennedy family:
I was very sad to hear about Roy’s passing. He was such an amazing man. He and I worked together for a number of years. It was great the way had similar philosophies and how our thoughts connected in training matters. I will miss his guidance in matters around training. we became more than colleagues and I am glad to call him a good friend. I will miss you buddy.
Sammy
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Colleen McNamara posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Dear Kennedy family: I grew up on Victoria Street at 23 Victoria Street. I knew Roy and Margie and their parents. They were a kind and loving family and Roy was a very genuine person. Our thoughts and prayers are with his dear ones. He certainly touched many lives in beautiful ways.
Rest In Peace: Colleen McNamara and Frank MacDonald, xoxoxox
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Beth Nickerson posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Dear Cheryl, Margie & families, my sincere sympathy to all of you. Roy was a favourite cousin to my Terry, they shared a love of music & guitar playing - I believe we last saw Roy in Walton at a family reunion, where they were enjoying that very thing. Love from Beth.
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Alex posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Very sorry to hear of Roy's passing, he facilitated many training courses I was in. He was a great man who will be missed.
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Delaney Chisholm posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Please accept my sincere condolences on Roy’s passing.
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Tuesday, June 17, 2025
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I met Roy on August 10, 2001. Greenwood Air Force Base Sheriff Services Training. I never dreamed he would have the impact on me that he did. One of the most physically capable people I have ever worked with and for a man with a stern face, an extremely approachable friendly man. I got to see him two year ago in Debert as he continued to train corrections. He immediately knew me and I will never forget him or the skills he taught me.
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Dale Ruppert posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
I'm deeply sadden to hear Roy has passed away. I had the privilege to serve and work with Roy at HRP and NS Dept of Justice. Roy was a true legend in the training of NS law enforcement professionals. His lost will hurt but his legacy will live on as result of his years of commitment to officer safety initiatives in Nova Scotia.
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Frederick hildebrand posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Roy was a great colleague from when I met him over 20 years ago. I worked with him closely as he was a knowledgeable and dedicated trainer, when we were developing our Sheriff and Corrections training programs many years ago. He mentored and brought along so many fine trainers and officers in NS DOJ in this area. He provided advice to us managers and officers alike on best practices and brought his large personality and kindness to the program. He had a genuine interest in each of us and did his absolute best to ensure success of everybody. His impact on us all was significant and he will be missed in his field and as a person. Met him by chance a few months ago and had a great chat about our past endeavors. Very sorry to hear about his passing and wish condolences to his family and colleagues.
Fred Hildebrand
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Rob and Brenda Campbell posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Our condolences to Cheryl, family and friends.
Prayers knowing Galen and his dad are together will bring comfort on hard days.
Sincerely, Rob, Brenda and family
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Branko Lekic posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Roy was an amazing human being, a great use of force instructor for many Nova Scotia deputy sheriffs and Nova Scotia correctional officers. I will personally always remember Roy's infectious smile and his kind heart. Roy has made an enormous impact on us all and has kindly shared many of his personal experiences to train us and protect us in our field of work. I met Roy in November of 2008 in Dartmouth NS, during my deputy sheriff officer training and skills that I have learned with Roy and his training team has helped me immensely in my career.
Lord Jesus Christ give our Brother Roy eternal peace and his family comfort that our Brother has been called to Heavenly Kingdom.
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Theresa Mayhew posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Ronnie and I send the family and friends of Roy our deepest and most sincere condolences.
Ron had left a tribute to Roy and he so eloquently described this amazing human God created.
My Husband (Ron Mayhew) and I were so very blessed to have had the honor of knowing Roy. We met at our little church in South Rawdon. Our little church was so blessed to have his presence to present beautiful inspired hymns for our listening ears. The Spirit of the Lord radiated through him in all his mannerisms. His hugs were genuinely real. His words were kind, encouraging and always uplifting and full of God's love. He will be dearly missed by everyone he knew. If you knew him, your life was touch with love and changed forever. He is now in the loving arms of his maker our Lord and forevermore looking down on us all praying and singing with the Saints.
You will forever be remember Roy. Love you ♥️
Theresa Mayhew (and Ron Mayhew)
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Wanda Anstey posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
So very sorry to hear of Roy's passing. I had the honor of working with Roy on the joint DOJ training team for a few years. He was a great mentor who cared deeply about the safety and integrity of all law enforcement officers. He will be missed.
Wanda Anstey
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Tracy posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
I had the pleasure of getting to know Roy through work at the Justice Department. He and I had chats about our shared faith. Sincere condolences to his wonderful family who he loved whole heartedly. ❤️ Tracy Luddington
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Scott Keefe planted a tree in memory of Roy Kennedy
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
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Bill Smith posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
My sincerest condolences to all of Roy’s family and loved ones. I had the good fortune to work with Roy at Correctional Services. As early risers, I very much enjoyed our early morning discussions before the events of the day took over. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bill Smith
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Kenneth Thompson posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
I met Roy 25 years ago when he was instructing on an Officer Safety Instructor program. Truly a pioneer in the field of Officer Safety. I spent many years after teaching alongside of Roy.
His absence will be felt by many.
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John Parkin posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Roy, you were a friend and mentor in my policing career and after. God bless.
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Hazel Richard McGrath posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Roy, What a great trainer, so professional but yet so kind. Even when he met you away from training, he always spoke.
We talked about family many times and i feel like I knew his.
His passing makes me very sad. RIP Roy, you will always be remembered.
Hazel Richard McGrath
(Former sheriff).
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Lisa Jackson posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Cheryl and family,
I am very sad to hear of Roy's passing. I have so many fond memories of Roy. I am very grateful that I knew him as both a colleague (on shift, in the training section, and at DoJ), and a friend. I remember our chats at the coffee shop on Bedford Hwy even before I joined the job. He always spoke proudly and with devotion about his family. The stories were told with joy. Roy was an advocate for me throughout my career on many levels - I won't ever forget his support in challenging times. His dedication to policing and police officers is a legacy that he leaves with us and I know he touched so many lives and made us better for it. His smile will always be remembered. My deepest condolences to you. Hugs and prayers.
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Gladys and Laurie Parker posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Roy was a special part of our church once a month in South Rawdon.
He shared his beautiful music with us, ,was loved by everyone, and we are going to miss him dearly.
Love Gladys and Laurie Parker.
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Chris Kelly posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
I feel we really bonded when he noticed my crucifix on my chain during Sheriff training and we spoke briefly abouts not attending church weekly doesn’t mean your not religious and it made me feel comfortable.
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Mike Burns posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Roy was the type of man you could always count on for support when you needed it most. Shared many a shift patrolling with Roy with HPD where I got to know the many for his great faith and commitment to family. Roy touched many police lives in Nova Scotia and across Canada, and left a distinct legacy.
Rest in Peace my friend.
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Carol Campbell-Waugh posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Condolences to Cheryl, and all Roy's family.
Roy took great pride in training us all, to ensure we had the best tools possible to keep us safe!
Thoughts and Prayers.
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Ron Mayhew posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
My deepest condolences on the passing of my dear Christian brother Roy Kennedy.
He shared not only the beautiful gift of music but also the boundless love of God with everyone he met. His faith was evident in every note he played and every word he spoke. While we mourn his absence here, we rejoice in knowing he is now in the presence of the One he served so faithfully.
May his legacy of love, praise, and kindness live on in all of us who were blessed to know him.
Blessings Ron & Theresa Mayhew
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Linda Forsyth posted a condolence
Monday, June 16, 2025
Very sorry to hear of Roy's passing. He will be missed by alot of people.
Linda and Perry Sampson
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Diane Ogilvie lit a candle
Monday, June 16, 2025
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Sending our deepest sympathy to all Roy's family we had the honor to know Roy through music jams.A very dedicated Christian .Now in his eternal home.Was so happy to have saw him just awhile ago at Windsor Baptist.He will be singing with the heavenly choir now .RIP Roy.Wilf and Diane Ogilvie
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Monday, June 16, 2025
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Cheryl, Candace, Myah, and Makaylah,We are so sorry for your loss, and you are in our thoughts. The Settles
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Steve PERROTT posted a condolence
Monday, June 16, 2025
Roy was a man's man, and a cop's cop. His softer side was less well known. A few years older and a couple of years senior to me, he was a mentor. I would refer to him, only half jokingly, as Dad and he called me Pup. During an extended disciplinary process I went through when I found myself very stressed out he was solidly and consistently a source of much needed support. I'll miss him.
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Margaret Spencer posted a condolence
Monday, June 16, 2025
Cheryl and family
What a shock to learn of Roy’s passing. Roy was loved by many.
I still have it marked in my bible Roy’s last scriptures, he used in his message at Lr Burlington PHCof CA
Roy loved the Lord and his family.
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers
Margie Spencer for
Lower Burlington Pentecostal Holiness Church
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Frank Yakimchuk posted a condolence
Monday, June 16, 2025
Roy was a true leader in promoting Officer Safety for the Halifax Police Department, the Province of Nova Scotia and beyond Canada.
I was encouraged to pursue my interest in Self Defence and the use of Firearms by his example.
I spent 2 Years as a “Guest Instructor” at the Atlantic Police Academy in PEI in 1993-1994.
I was a member of the proposed Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT) in Nova Scotia due to my association with Roy.
Roy taught skills that kept Police Officers Safe, May he Rest in Peace.
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Tom Higgins posted a condolence
Monday, June 16, 2025
I met Roy back in 2010 I believe it was when he took took over as the lead trainer for NS Sheriff Services.
The best of all them all, learned lots from him both profesionally and personally. In more recent years we stayed In touch now and then especially at Debert or the annual Faith Baptist Church s Men's Breakfast. He was a true friend, mentor and man of God...blessed to have counted him as a friend and fellow believer.
See you again some day my friend, safe In the arms of Jesus. May your family find comfort In the testimonies shared about you in the days ahead.
Your friend
Tom Higgins
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Cliff Falkenham posted a condolence
Monday, June 16, 2025
My condolences to the Kennedy family on the loss of Roy. He was a good mentor for many of us when we were rookie cops in Halifax. A police officer we respected and looked up to. His passion for officer safety was unmatched and led him developing into a top notch police safery trainer. I enjoyed his training sessions immensely and learned so much from him. Always enjoyed our many conversations over the years. He will be missed.
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Ken Snook posted a condolence
Monday, June 16, 2025
Roy,
I’m shocked buddy. I wasn’t done asking you questions and comparing careers. I cherished our instant bond as brothers in policing. I’m going to miss looking over in that corner at church where you sat and hearing you praise Pastor Rob after each sermon. In our short time as friends, youve made quite the impact. Saying you will be missed is an understatement. God Bless. Ken
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Julia Cecchetto posted a condolence
Monday, June 16, 2025
Roy was my field trainer in 1990. Every shift on our lunch hour he would do extra training in officer safety, knife attacks, fending off physical assaults. He took great pride in ensuring I would have the skills to stay safe for an entire career.
Hey Roy… it worked. Thank you for your dedication.
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Monday, June 16, 2025
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Sharon Mitchell-Flanagan posted a condolence
Monday, June 16, 2025
I worked with Roy in the, then, Police and Public Safety Division of the Dept of Justice. He was a friend, colleague and mentor. I received all my use of force training and certification from him and went in to work with him on important officer safety initiatives. His passion for ensuring members had the best training was his priority. His words of wisdom over the years always meant so much. My thoughts are with Cheryl and family. Say hello to George when you see him Roy ❤️
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Michael P Spearns posted a condolence
Monday, June 16, 2025
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Cheryl & family
We are so sorry to hear of Roy’s passing.
Roy was true BLUE .
His legacy is a living testament of his officer safety training programs.
Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely
Pam & Mike Spearns
Bedford, NS
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