Col. (Ret.) Reid William Kennedy, passed away April 4th, 2013 at the age of 92. He was born November 27, 1920 in Cleveland, Ohio. His wife of 49 years Dorothy Meyer predeceased him April 7, 1994. Reid W. Kennedy and his son Reid G. Kennedy practiced law together for over 35 years in Cobb County.
Reid W. Kennedy attended the University of Chicago and earned his law degree from Drake Law School in Des Moines, Iowa. He became a career officer in the United States Army serving in World War II, Korea and the Vietnam conflict. His many accomplishments include the Legion of Merit with Oak Leaf Cluster, Vietnam Service Medal, Master Parachute badge, Army Commendation Medal, World War II Victory Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign and the Bronze Star medal. He was the first Company Grade JAG officer to receive Master Paratrooper status. For this he was called the "Legal Leaper" and the "Jumping JAG".
Colonel Kennedy received national attention as the trial judge in the Lt. William L. Calley Court Martial at Ft. Benning, Georgia. The trial began November 12, 1970, finally ending on March 16, 1971 - making it the longest court-martial in military history.
Colonel Kennedy retired and moved to Marietta, Georgia in 1974. He thoroughly enjoyed his law practice. When not working, he loved playing golf at Indian Hills with his friends. Although he never had a hole in one, he made up for it on the 19th hole, which was always his favorite.
Reid enjoyed weekly luncheons and companionship with his military friends. He also was fond of traveling and spent many happy times with his wife Irene. Reid was an avid reader who loved discussing politics and current events. His greatest love was for his country. He was a proud American and instilled those values in his children and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Irene, his son Reid G. Kennedy and his daughters Barbara K. Harper and Joan K. Gersbach. He was affectionately known as Big "D" to his seven grandchildren Robert, Reid and James Randall Harper, Alexandra K. Malcolm and Reid M. Kennedy, and Andrew and Jeffrey Reid Gersbach. He also is survived by great grandchildren Maggie Ruth and Robert Evan Harper, Jr.
Visitation was at Mayes Ward Funeral Home in Marietta, Georgia. His children assembled photographs, letters, news clippings and memorabilia concerning the Calley Trial. These items were later displayed at the Army Judge Advocate Museum in Virginia. Services were held Immediately after. Colonel Kennedy's ashes was interned with full military honors at the Marietta National Cemetery beside those of his wife Dorothy.
Reid W. Kennedy attended the University of Chicago and earned his law degree from Drake Law School in Des Moines, Iowa. He became a career officer in the United States Army serving in World War II, Korea and the Vietnam conflict. His many accomplishments include the Legion of Merit with Oak Leaf Cluster, Vietnam Service Medal, Master Parachute badge, Army Commendation Medal, World War II Victory Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign and the Bronze Star medal. He was the first Company Grade JAG officer to receive Master Paratrooper status. For this he was called the "Legal Leaper" and the "Jumping JAG".
Colonel Kennedy received national attention as the trial judge in the Lt. William L. Calley Court Martial at Ft. Benning, Georgia. The trial began November 12, 1970, finally ending on March 16, 1971 - making it the longest court-martial in military history.
Colonel Kennedy retired and moved to Marietta, Georgia in 1974. He thoroughly enjoyed his law practice. When not working, he loved playing golf at Indian Hills with his friends. Although he never had a hole in one, he made up for it on the 19th hole, which was always his favorite.
Reid enjoyed weekly luncheons and companionship with his military friends. He also was fond of traveling and spent many happy times with his wife Irene. Reid was an avid reader who loved discussing politics and current events. His greatest love was for his country. He was a proud American and instilled those values in his children and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Irene, his son Reid G. Kennedy and his daughters Barbara K. Harper and Joan K. Gersbach. He was affectionately known as Big "D" to his seven grandchildren Robert, Reid and James Randall Harper, Alexandra K. Malcolm and Reid M. Kennedy, and Andrew and Jeffrey Reid Gersbach. He also is survived by great grandchildren Maggie Ruth and Robert Evan Harper, Jr.
Visitation was at Mayes Ward Funeral Home in Marietta, Georgia. His children assembled photographs, letters, news clippings and memorabilia concerning the Calley Trial. These items were later displayed at the Army Judge Advocate Museum in Virginia. Services were held Immediately after. Colonel Kennedy's ashes was interned with full military honors at the Marietta National Cemetery beside those of his wife Dorothy.
Col. (Ret.) Reid William Kennedy, passed away April 4th, 2013 at the age of 92. He was born November 27, 1920 in Cleveland, Ohio. His wife of 49 years Dorothy Meyer predeceased him April 7, 1994. Reid W. Kennedy and his son Reid G. Kennedy practiced law together for over 35 years in Cobb County.
Reid W. Kennedy attended the University of Chicago and earned his law degree from Drake Law School in Des Moines, Iowa. He became a career officer in the United States Army serving in World War II, Korea and the Vietnam conflict. His many accomplishments include the Legion of Merit with Oak Leaf Cluster, Vietnam Service Medal, Master Parachute badge, Army Commendation Medal, World War II Victory Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign and the Bronze Star medal. He was the first Company Grade JAG officer to receive Master Paratrooper status. For this he was called the "Legal Leaper" and the "Jumping JAG".
Colonel Kennedy received national attention as the trial judge in the Lt. William L. Calley Court Martial at Ft. Benning, Georgia. The trial began November 12, 1970, finally ending on March 16, 1971 - making it the longest court-martial in military history.
Colonel Kennedy retired and moved to Marietta, Georgia in 1974. He thoroughly enjoyed his law practice. When not working, he loved playing golf at Indian Hills with his friends. Although he never had a hole in one, he made up for it on the 19th hole, which was always his favorite.
Reid enjoyed weekly luncheons and companionship with his military friends. He also was fond of traveling and spent many happy times with his wife Irene. Reid was an avid reader who loved discussing politics and current events. His greatest love was for his country. He was a proud American and instilled those values in his children and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Irene, his son Reid G. Kennedy and his daughters Barbara K. Harper and Joan K. Gersbach. He was affectionately known as Big "D" to his seven grandchildren Robert, Reid and James Randall Harper, Alexandra K. Malcolm and Reid M. Kennedy, and Andrew and Jeffrey Reid Gersbach. He also is survived by great grandchildren Maggie Ruth and Robert Evan Harper, Jr.
Visitation was at Mayes Ward Funeral Home in Marietta, Georgia. His children assembled photographs, letters, news clippings and memorabilia concerning the Calley Trial. These items were later displayed at the Army Judge Advocate Museum in Virginia. Services were held Immediately after. Colonel Kennedy's ashes was interned with full military honors at the Marietta National Cemetery beside those of his wife Dorothy.
Reid W. Kennedy attended the University of Chicago and earned his law degree from Drake Law School in Des Moines, Iowa. He became a career officer in the United States Army serving in World War II, Korea and the Vietnam conflict. His many accomplishments include the Legion of Merit with Oak Leaf Cluster, Vietnam Service Medal, Master Parachute badge, Army Commendation Medal, World War II Victory Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign and the Bronze Star medal. He was the first Company Grade JAG officer to receive Master Paratrooper status. For this he was called the "Legal Leaper" and the "Jumping JAG".
Colonel Kennedy received national attention as the trial judge in the Lt. William L. Calley Court Martial at Ft. Benning, Georgia. The trial began November 12, 1970, finally ending on March 16, 1971 - making it the longest court-martial in military history.
Colonel Kennedy retired and moved to Marietta, Georgia in 1974. He thoroughly enjoyed his law practice. When not working, he loved playing golf at Indian Hills with his friends. Although he never had a hole in one, he made up for it on the 19th hole, which was always his favorite.
Reid enjoyed weekly luncheons and companionship with his military friends. He also was fond of traveling and spent many happy times with his wife Irene. Reid was an avid reader who loved discussing politics and current events. His greatest love was for his country. He was a proud American and instilled those values in his children and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Irene, his son Reid G. Kennedy and his daughters Barbara K. Harper and Joan K. Gersbach. He was affectionately known as Big "D" to his seven grandchildren Robert, Reid and James Randall Harper, Alexandra K. Malcolm and Reid M. Kennedy, and Andrew and Jeffrey Reid Gersbach. He also is survived by great grandchildren Maggie Ruth and Robert Evan Harper, Jr.
Visitation was at Mayes Ward Funeral Home in Marietta, Georgia. His children assembled photographs, letters, news clippings and memorabilia concerning the Calley Trial. These items were later displayed at the Army Judge Advocate Museum in Virginia. Services were held Immediately after. Colonel Kennedy's ashes was interned with full military honors at the Marietta National Cemetery beside those of his wife Dorothy.
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