Kenyon M. Smith was born in 2000 in Great Lakes, Illinois where his mother was stationed as an electronic technician. Upon her completion of service, they moved back to the Northern KY area. Kenyon was a graduate of Dixie Heights High School class of 2018. Upon graduation, Kenyon followed in his mother’s footsteps and joined the US Navy as an Aviation Boatswain’s Mate – Aircraft Handling. He served from 2018-2020. His time in the Navy was cut short due to medical issues. Kenyon passed away June 20, 2021. He was loved and was a great friend to everyone he met.  

Written by Melanie Margolen

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