Charles E. Kennedy, Jr., 64, of Bowling Green, passed away at his home on Monday, July 24, 2017. He was born in Wauchula on August 6, 1952, and remained a lifelong resident of Hardee County. Chuck served in the United States Armed Forces, was an insurance agent, and a member of Fort Green Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Edward "Eddie" Kennedy. Survivors are his mother, Jane Kennedy of Bowling Green; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Johnny and Diane Kennedy of Plant City, Dale and Susan Kennedy of Duette, Robert and JoAnn Kennedy of Plant City; two nephews; two nieces; and two great-nephews.

Graveside services and burial are scheduled for Thursday, July 27, 2017 at 10:00 AM at Fort Green Methodist Cemetery with Rev. Steve McGaughey officiating.