Kenneth Eugene Honeywood's Obituary
Kenneth Eugene Honeywood was born on September 10, 1954, to Pleas Jr. and Mary Walker Honeywood in Memphis, TN. His mother remembered that as her 10-pound baby boy looked up at her, he was as "beautiful as a doll baby". The name stuck because as he aged, his loving personality shone through, and everyone continued to call him "Doll Baby".
He accepted Christ at 6 years old under the pastorship of his grandfather, the Rev. P.L. Honeywood Sr., at Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church. He was a member of TABS Organization (Teenage Boys) and the Young Men's Choir.
He proudly served in the United States Navy for over 20 years where he was a member of the Honor Guard for 8 years. Kenneth joined First Afrikan Presbyterian Church in 1999 where he served on the Usher Board and Men's Ministry and later became a deacon. He faithfully served his community by participating in Meals on Wheels and transporting those in need to medical appointments. He truly loved serving others and providing any assistance he was able. Kenneth was a lifelong fan of the Chicago Bears. He was a committed and attentive grandfather who was affectionately called "Papa".
Kenneth transitioned peacefully on May 15, 2025, at home, surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, as well as a sister, Janice Lynn Honeywood. He is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Marshall Honeywood, a son, Kenny II (Michelle) Honeywood of Stone Mountain, GA, and 2 daughters, Tenneca (Andrew) Dyer of McDonough, GA and Toni (Curtis) Cosby of Warrenton, GA, 3 granddaughters, Jacoya Davis, Jasmyne Honeywood, McKenzie Honeywood, and one grandson, Justin Davis, and 1 great-grandson, Cason Cole. Kenneth is also survived by his loving brother, Paul (Martha) Honeywood of Riverdale, GA and his loving sister Linda Faye (David) Crutchfield of Memphis, TN. He is survived by a brother-in-law, Michael (Kristin) Granderson of Galloway, TN and 2 sisters in law, Faye Brown of Memphis, TN and Janice Thomas of Bartlett, TN. Kenneth is also survived by his aunt, Mrs. Mae Rose Parker of Chicago, IL, as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends who will all miss him dearly.
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