Phillip E. Kendall, a longtime resident of Andover, formerly of Woburn and beloved husband of Ann L. (Sullivan) Kendall, passed away, unexpectedly, at Lahey Clinic Medical Center in Burlington on Wednesday, April 27, 2011. He was 77 years old.
Born in Arlington, Massachusetts, on December 1, 1933, he was the beloved son of the late Charles E. and Louise (Nickerson) Kendall. Phillip was a graduate of Tufts University, class of 1955. Mr. Kendall was a Lieutenant, serving in the Air Force for more than three years. He was employed as a manager of quality control at Gillette, in South Boston and Andover, for over 30 years. He also worked for GOAC/QPC in Salem, New Hampshire for more than 10 years. In his spare time, Mr. Kendall enjoyed playing tennis with many groups of friends, cooking for his family and following the Red Sox. He had a true zest for life and always enjoyed talking and spending time with friends. Above all, Phillip was a very devoted husband, father and grandfather.
Besides his beloved wife, Ann, Phillip will be very sorely missed by his three children; Colleen A. Kendall-Piel and her husband; Carl-Henry Piel of Durham, New Hampshire, Kathleen A. Kendall of Newburyport and Phillip E. and his wife Kathleen A. Kendall of Goffstown, New Hampshire, six grandchildren; Olivia, Alexandra and Nichole Piel and Keelin, Keara and Cullen Kendall, brother; Charles E. Kendall of Florida and several nieces and nephews.
His Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. Augustine Church, 43 Essex Street, Andover, Saturday, April 30, 2011, at 11 AM. Many relatives were in attendance. Calling hours were held in St. Augustine Church, Friday, April 29, 2011, from 3 to 8 PM. Burial was in St. Augustine Cemetery in Andover. For additional information, please visit, www.burkemagliozzi.com.