On the Sunday afternoon of October 6th, 2024 Kenneth Michael Weakley, a man whose presence lit up the lives of everyone around him, went home to be with the Lord.
Kenny, as we all knew him, was a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend. But beyond all these titles, he was a man of integrity, kindness, and unshakable character.
Golf was Kenny’s passion, and anyone who knew him understood how much the game meant to him. A scratch golfer, he mastered the sport with skill and dedication, but it was never just about the scorecard for Kenny. For him, golf was about the relationships forged on the fairways and greens. The bonds he formed with his golfing buddies at Kempsville Golf Club were cherished, and it became his home away from home in the later years of his life. Whether he was sinking a perfect putt or simply sharing a laugh after a round, Kenny found joy and fulfillment in the camaraderie that the game provided.
But Kenny was more than just a golfer. For 35 years, he dedicated himself to serving the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDoT), where his hard work and commitment made an impact on his colleagues and the communities he served. His reliability and dedication were hallmarks of his professional life.
In keeping with Kenny’s generous spirit, he has asked that we remember him not with flowers but with contributions to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, a cause close to his heart. This act of kindness is emblematic of who Kenny was—a man who always sought to give back and make the world a better place.
Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Erma Weakley, and five brothers and three sisters: Bob Weakley, Bill Weakley, Gary Weakley, Larry Weakley, Alan Weakley, and Barbara Tennis, Patricia Arnold and Virginia Lentz.
Kenny is survived by his beloved wife, Wanda, and his son Gregg Nelson. He is also survived by three brothers: Eugene Weakley, Doug (Doris) Weakley, Jimmy (Debbie) Weakley, three sisters: Betty Altizer, Mary Weakley, and Dorothy (David) Potter, and sisters-in-law Barbara, Cindy, and Brenda Weakley.
