Carol Ann Kenney

Hampton - Carol Ann Kenney (Sammy) age 89, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, at Elliot Hospital in Manchester, NH with her children at her side. Carol was born in Framingham, MA to Zigmund and Harriet Nanatonis on January 13, 1937, and was immensely proud of her Lithuanian heritage. A graduate of Framingham high school, Carol enjoyed cheerleading and continued that “spirit” throughout her life. Carol earned her bachelor’s degree from Framingham State Teacher’s College. A longtime resident of Rye, Carol was very active in the community as a teacher at Rye Elementary School, a member of the PTA and a Girl Scout leader. Carol also enjoyed her work at Pirates Cove Restaurant and at Rite Aid in North Hampton NH where she earned the prestigious regional “Smile Award” for her customer service skills. Always on the move and willing to help, Carol was the ultimate people person and touched many throughout her life. Carol’s family brought her the most joy and she was a dedicated wife, mother, aunt, sister and grandmother. Carol loved cooking for family and friends. All were welcome in her home, and no one ever left her house hungry. She also enjoyed relaxing at the beach, painting, gardening and travel, with many trips to Saratoga Springs, NY, and Barbados. Carol is survived by her children Lizabeth and her husband Edward Comeau of Conway, NH; Christine Bean of Hampton, NH; James Joseph Kenney and his wife Joni of Bridgton ME; Peter Kenney and Julie Chevalier of York, ME as well as her six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Carol is predeceased by her husband of 50 years, James Joseph Kenney; her son in law Scott Alan Bean; her sister Helen Urban, brother Joseph Urban, brother Frank Nanatonis, sister Violet Smith, and nephew Michael Urban. We will miss you, Sammy! A visiting hour will be held from 10-11 am on Friday, June 5, 2026 in the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory, Hampton. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:30 am immediately following at St. Theresa Parish, 820 Central Road, Rye Beach, NH. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Burial will be private. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the NH Food Bank by clicking here

Carol Ann Kenney

January 13, 1937 - May 25, 2026