Kenneth Dewey

Kenneth Michael Dewey, 70, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2020 in a local hospital.

He was born on September 15, 1949 in Lafayette, Louisiana to Augustus and Imogene Dewey.

Kenneth was a graduate of McNeese State University and dedicated member of Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 4562. He was very active in community and charitable organizations for many years.

He is survived by his mother, Imogene Chiasson Dewey; siblings, John Dewey (Joanna), Becky Sweeney (James), Steven Dewey, Denise Gentry (Steve Kimbrell), George Dewey (Kristie), Theresa Dewey (Jim Pool), Rene Dewey (Debbie); and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Augustus Dewey; and brother-in-law, Mark Gentry.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 2 p.m. under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Monsignor Jace Eskind will officiate. Burial will take place in Consolata Cemetery following the service.

Visitation will be held at Johnson Funeral Home Wednesday from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. with a rosary being recited at 6 p.m. Visitation will resume at the funeral home Thursday from 12:30 p.m. until 1:30 p.m.