John Kenagy

I remember John from Junior High days at John Marshall. He was probably the tallest, best-looking guy in my Algebra class! The school desks just didn’t fit his long legs, so he would frequently be sprawled in the aisle. I remember him as quiet, but friendly, always offering a smile and a nod.

His athletic gifts were legend at North High and the love of sports was his passion. Looking through the yearbook brought back memories of seeing John on the basketball court and as defensive end on the gridiron.

He was a great individual and know he will be missed by his loved ones and friends. Fantastic tribute video! Rest in peace, my friend.

I went to Junior High and High School with John.  Any class we had together we always were seated (becuase my last name was King ) alphabiticaly so I got to sit behind him.  He was very tall so seeing was a problem but we always had a laugh or two.  We used to joke as both our Dad's were named Cecil.  In sophomore English we both had Mrs. Parks - I had an infected hang nail and I guess neither one of us had ever had one - and I was complaining - John said let me look at it - and he did and said I think you have a splinter or something in it.  So he squeezed it and all this nasty looking stuff came out - we both kind of made a noise so we were in trouble and had to go out in the hall.  He came to my house after football one night and ate every damn pickle in my house.  So sad that he did not come to the 50th - he was well liked and we will miss him.  Rest in peace John - praying for your family during this time.  

Posted on: Dec 19, 2019 at 4:35 AM

I became friends with Kelly initially at John Marshall Junior High, and always enjoyed his company irregardless of venue or circumstance. We were teammates on the varsity basketball team, and gained a healthy commerauderie as the season progressed. That friendship continued through high school. A good guy & friend.

Posted on: Jul 18, 2019 at 12:02 AM

Hi Julie.... That's a great photo of you and the head Rock-Chalk Jayhawk man himself ! ??..??..??

Hey Royce....Do you recall working at that concrete pipe place in North Wichita one summer ? I think they're we're several North High guys there on the job! That made the work go a little faster with Redskin cohorts about ! ????

Hello Paul.... I'll never forget your smoothe and clever moves on the basketball floor ! Always upbeat and friendly as well. I recall your comment to me once how awkward I looked on the football field in the way I tackled a an opposing player ! I'll have to admit after seeing some film footage of myself, I looked pretty dorky ! Kind of like a drunk stork falling to the earth !

Hope you are coming to the 59th will be glad to see you!!

Posted on: Jul 12, 2019 at 5:39 PM

Hey John, great to have you join Class Creator and look forward to seeing you at the reunion!

"Lige" as we so often called him in athletic circles was a cool dude ! Always with that swagger and visble confidence. Even on the football field ! Rest in peace Lige ! ?? Love ya Man !