Marilyn Meredith
We are saddened by the loss of our dear friend, Marilyn Joyce Meredith, who passed away on January 3, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Meredith, and is remembered for the life and family they built together.
Marilyn was a teacher, business owner, and community leader. She founded Meredith Tax Service and Much & More Income Tax Workshops and continued teaching through December 2025. She was active in her church and many community organizations, always ready to share her knowledge and help others. Marilyn loved traveling, exploring new places, and making memories with her family and friends.
She is survived by her children, Brian (Robin), Devin (Tammy), Erlinda, and Renee (Shane) Hernandez; her five grandchildren; extended family; and many friends and students whose lives she touched. lives she touched.
Gifts in memory of Marilyn can be made to Colonial Woods Missionary Church, New Life Christian Academy and Operation Transformation.
Bob Kempf
Robert Carl “Bob” Kempf was a dear friend of the Community Foundation and a lifelong champion of service to others. His commitment to Veterans and Rotary shaped much of his life’s work and left a lasting impact on the St. Clair County community.
A proud Vietnam War veteran and Bronze Star recipient, Bob was deeply committed to supporting those who served. He was a Past President of the Port Huron Rotary Club, a founding member and Past President of the Port Huron Rotary Club Charitable Foundation, and a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary International. Bob was also an active member of the Port Huron First United Methodist Church.
Giving back was simply part of who Bob was. He volunteered with the March of Dimes in Port Huron for more than 50 years and was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Over the years, he was also involved with the Michigan Municipal Finance Officers Association, Vietnam Veterans of America, Disabled Veterans of America, the American Legion, the St. Clair County Community College Accounting Advisory Board, and Elk’s Lodge #343 in Port Huron.
Bob is survived by his wife, Linda; his daughter, Laura “Laurabelle” Kempf; and his grandchildren, Logan and Celeste, who were the joy of his life. Family, friends, and community meant everything to Bob.
We are grateful for Bob’s friendship, leadership, and steady support over the years. His kindness and commitment to service will be remembered and felt for a long time to come.
Memorial gifts may be made to the St. Clair County Veterans Fund, honoring Bob’s lifelong dedication to Veterans.
Helen Jane Kennedy
We are saddened to learn about the passing of Helen Jane Kennedy (née Cook) of Marine City, MI, and formerly of Dayton, OH. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Kennedy, her lifelong love, whom she married on Valentine’s Day in 1952.
Helen is survived by her eight children and their spouses: Kristine & Frank Short, Peter & Karen Kennedy, Jeffrey & Susan Kennedy, Mary & Kevin Heintz, Anne & Jeffrey O’Connor, Lisa & Brian Mastay, Kathleen & Scott Powers, and Michael & Peg Kennedy; 17 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. She loved the St. Clair River—fishing, boating, and watching freighters—and treasured traveling to visit her family, especially her memorable trip to Ireland with Robert.
Memorial gifts may be made to the Holy Cross Educational Fund.