John Richard Kenney, 92, of Milton, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Boston, he was the son of the late James and Johanna (O’Connell) Kenney. John was a graduate of Cathedral School and Boston College High School, Class of 1951. He earned his undergraduate degree from Northeastern University in 1959 and his Juris Doctor from Boston College Law School in 1962. Upon receiving his law degree, he passed the Massachusetts Bar Examination and established his law practice in Boston that same year.

In addition to his legal career, John was dedicated to education. He taught law at Boston State College and later served as an instructor at Salem State College, where he attained the rank of Associate Professor.

John was a longtime member of the Milton Hoosic Club. Proud of his Irish heritage, John (Richard) held dual citizenship in Ireland and maintained a home on Valentia Island, County Kerry. For many years, he spent summers on the island, where he forged deep connections with family and friends. Valentia and its community held a special place in his heart throughout his life.

He was the beloved husband of the late Ruth Anne (Stern) Kenney. Devoted father of Richard J. Kenney of Quincy; Stephen J. Kenney and his late wife, Dorothy, of Dedham; Michael J. Kenney and his wife, Teresa, of Lynn; Kathleen A. Jenkins and her husband, Keith, of Hanover; and Christine A. Kenney and her husband, Dave Goucher, of Nevada. He was the cherished grandfather of eight and great-grandfather of four. He was the brother of the late Mary Doherty and her husband, James, of Quincy, and the late James P. Kenney, Jr. and his late wife, Agnes.

He is also lovingly remembered by his many nieces and nephews, with whom he shared close and cherished relationships, and by his many dear friends.

John was a proud United States Army veteran of the Korean War, serving overseas in the Far East.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Saint Agatha Church, 432 Adams Street, Milton, Monday June 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Family and friends invited. Visiting hours will be at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, EAST MILTON SQUARE, Sunday June 7, 2026 from 4 to 7 PM. Interment Milton Cemetery.