Cameron Kennedy, 39, of Madrid, Iowa, passed away on October 12, 2024.
A gathering of family and friends to honor his life will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way, Ames, Iowa. Interment will take place at a later date at Kelley Community Cemetery in Kelley, Iowa.
Born on March 28, 1985, in Ames, Iowa, Cameron was the beloved son of Alan Kennedy and Darra Ziebell. He graduated from Ballard High School in Huxley, Iowa, and went on to attend Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC).
Cameron's heart was most at home in the great outdoors. He found joy in fishing, bow hunting, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and boating with friends. Whether casting a line or carving through fresh snow, Cameron embraced life with passion and a contagious smile that could brighten any room.
He shared a special bond with Alicia, the love of his life. Together, they made countless memories, often out on the water, fishing and watching the sun set on the horizon. Their love was a source of strength and joy for both of them.
Cameron deeply cherished the people in his life -- his family, his close-knit group of friends, and his beloved pets. His warmth and kindness left a lasting impact on everyone, fortunate enough to know him.
Cameron is survived by his father, Alan (Christine) Kennedy; his mother, Darra Ziebell; his sister, Tiara Kennedy; and his paternal grandmother, Alberta "Toots" Kennedy. He is also remembered by his godfather, Rich Holmes, as well as many loving aunts, an uncle, extended family, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Marvin T. Kennedy; his maternal grandparents, Darrell Evans and Vera "Billie" Evans; and Alicia, the love of his life.
Cameron will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him, but his spirit will live on in the memories shared by those whose lives he touched.
Online condolences may be directed towww.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com
Dara, Tierra and Family,
They say
They say I'm sorry for your loss
They say your heart will mend
They say he's in a better place,
and death is not the end.
They say he's reunited
with loved ones gone before.
They say that he will be waiting
when you walk through heaven's door.
So, may all the words of comfort,
kind, sincere and true,
help in this time of grief and know I am thinking of you.
May he rest in peace -
My heartfelt sympathy - your cousin, Vicki.
So sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories of Cam. We're thinking of you. _ Bill & Mary Jo Beckman, former neighbors from Huxley.
Cam, you are so loved and missed. Extending this love and praying for strength for all your loved ones.
So sorry for your loss and embracing you all.
So much love to you, Cam.
We are so sorry, for the loss of Cam. He was a good friend of our son's. May he rest peacefully. The Meyer family
My heart breaks along with yours. Cam was one of a kind and a treasured friend. He was a very special man with a heart of gold. My love to you all and infinite prayers. I will miss him greatly. He helped me through a lot too. He was a gift to all that were blessed to know him. May he rest peacefully with Alicia until we all meet again. ~Stephanie & Wrigley Reynolds
Thinking of you and your family. I remember going to Gays house behind your moms (I think that’s correct?, I was so little then) and Cam playing w Trent n I. He was so silly and smiley. Thought a memory, no matter how small, would be appreciated or needed right now. So much love and prayers being sent your way Hun.❤️✝️
-Tonya, Trent, Justin Anderson
Sorry for your lost. We are the parents of Stephanie Reynolds friend and neighbor of Cameron’s. Stephanie and Wrigley will greatly miss him.
Robert and Peggy Ault
I’ve known Cam since he was my sons friend at a young age. Sometimes I called him son. He was always sweet to me and polite. He stopped by our lake house at lake of the Ozarks. I’m Justin Anderson’s mom. We are broken hearted. Praying for Cam and his family and friends
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