Anne Margaret Kennedy, 59, passed to her heavenly reward on August 19, 2004, after a long struggle with Multiple Sclerosis and breast cancer. Born May 20, 1945 in Ft. Worth, Anne grew up in Midland. Eldest child of Maurice W. and Ellen Gannon Kennedy, she grew up in Midland, attended St. Ann's School and graduated from Lee High School in 1963. Received her BS degree from Loyola University, Chicago, a Master of Education, 1985, University of South Alabama. Her professional career began at Loyola as associate director of admissions. In 1972 she moved to San Antonio, as Director of Admissions at St. Mary's University. In 1980 became VP for Enrollment Management at Spring Hill College in Mobile, AL. In 1985 she returned to her beloved Chicago as VP of Enrollment at DePaul University, where she remained until her illness forced her to retire in 1995. She then returned to San Antonio to be with family and many friends. Anne was a nationally recognized admissions and marketing expert and spent her lifetime as a leader and innovator in college admissions. She was a lifetime member of the National Association of College Admissions Counselors (NACA) and was recognized for her leadership with numerous awards, including The Gayle C. Wilson award for outstanding leadership in 1992, The Executive Board award in 1976 -1977 and an Honorary Lifetime Membership, in 1990. She served as president and founding member of the Texas ACAC. Anne will be remembered not only for her many professional achievements but for her love of family, enduring friendships and music and songs expressing her enthusiasm for life. She is survived by her sisters Mary Cay Murray and husband Bob, Austin; Ellen Franckowiak and husband Kenneth in St. Hedwig, brothers Thomas F. Kennedy and wife Mary Kay in St. Louis, MO; Martin J Kennedy and wife Kimberly in San Antonio, nephews Michael J Neri, Kevin C Neri, Thomas Ryan Kennedy and niece Kelly C Kennedy. Anne is also survived by her devoted caregivers Rosa and Blanca Medina and her dogs Maggie and Guinness who gave her their unconditional love. The funeral mass will be on Tuesday, August 24, 2004 at St. Luke's Catholic Church with Father Mike Horan officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 8115 Datapoint, San Antonio, Texas 78229 or to the National Multiple Sclerosis Association, 140 Heimer Road, Suite 195, San Antonio, Texas 78232. Oak Hills Mortuary 8332 Fredericksburg Rd. San Antonio, Texas 78229 (210) 616-0510
Copyright, 2004, Midland Reporter-Telegram, Texas, August 24, 2004
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