of Little Rock, AR
July 30, 1960 - May 26, 2016
William ''Selby'' Kennedy V of Little Rock, AR, 55, passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2016. Selby was born July 30, 1960 to Beverly Cantrell Kennedy and William ''Bill'' Selby Kennedy IV and was raised in England, Arkansas.
Selby loved his wife Beckie and his children Kaytlyn, Hannah, and William. He was the life of the party and loved to entertain. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and running, and any activity that involved the outdoors.
Selby's greatest joy in his life was his family, whom he was deeply devoted. He was patient, thoughtful, sweet, generous, loving, fun, and kind. He always encouraged his children to pursue their dreams. He put others first and loved unconditionally. He was a devoted, loving and supportive husband, father, son, friend, and co-worker. He loved to share his experiences with his children and their friends, whether at Lake Hamilton, the Buffalo River, or Cooper Lake and Blue Point Land Companies.
Selby went to England Academy and attended the University of Mississippi, where he was a member of Kappa Sigma, and received his MBA at the University of Arkansas.
Selby began his career in 1983 and spent the majority of his tenure at A. G. Edwards, which merged with Wells Fargo. He was a Senior Vice President-Investment Officer and during his distinguished career, Selby was recognized as a Premier Advisor and was on the Chairman's Council numerous times.
Selby is preceded in death by his mother, Beverly Kennedy. He is survived by his grandmother, Frances Oyler of Marshfield, MO and father, Bill Kennedy and his wife Leigh, of Muscle Shoals, AL; his wife Beckie Louks Kennedy and their son, ''William'' Selby Kennedy VI of Little Rock; daughters, Kaytlyn Kennedy Richard and her husband Shelby of Pineville, LA and Hannah Ann Kennedy of Dallas, TX and their mother Susan Rhea Martin and grandson Caleb Richard. His sister Allison Halter and her husband Chuck of Springfield, MO and their children Thomas, JaneAnne, and Helen.
A celebration of Selby's life will be held at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 31 at 2:00 P.M., visitation one hour prior. A private burial will be held in England. Pallbearers are Glen Evans, Phillip Salemi, Tommy Murchison, Anthony Cantrell, Aaron Cantrell, and Tony Neel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Catholic High School for Boys or Psychiatric Research Institute at UAMS.
Beckie and William, we were so sad to hear about Selby. Please know you're in our thoughts and prayers
Cathy and Grant
Bill and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dennis & Vicki Teel
Dear Beckie,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know we are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
With sympathy,
Annie and Tim Quillin
Beckie,
Words escape me but, I will try to express my deepest sympathy. My heart hurts for you and the family so much. I am here for you in any way you need me. I truly mean it.
God's Peace,
Teresa
I'm very sorry for your loss, and remember Sel as a kind and fun loving fraternity brother.
Dear Beckie, William and Kennedy Family,
We are saddened by the news about Selby. The service was a wonderful tribute to his life. Please accept our sincere condolences. God Bless. Bobby and Carrie
Becky, I am so truly sorry for your loss. Selby was a wonderful person and he will be missed. Prayers for your entire family. I wish I had been in town to offer my personal condolences. Pleas know my thoughts are with you.
Dear Kennedy Family,
I just heard about Selby, and I am truly sorry for your loss. He was such a kind-hearted man. My heart and prayers go out to all of his loved ones.
Dear Kennedy Family.
I was so sorry to hear about Selby. What an incredible dad, husband, son, and friend we lost. I have so many wonderful memories from your days at Miss Selma's. Selby was always active in all our projects and such a fun and dedicated person. My hope is that God will be ever near in the days ahead to bring you His Peace, strength and courage. Please know your friends at Miss Selma's are sad too and will continue to remember you in our prays.
Kaytlyn and Hannah, it seems like yesterday, I was trying to get you two to take a nap in the office but, it never worked! You guys just did not like to nap. If you are still in Little Rock, we would love for you to drop by for a quick visit or the next time you are here, stop by. We love to see former students and hear of their success stories since there time with us.
Let us hear from you. We send our love to all,
Miss Robin
Beckie, we are praying for you and your family. Our hearts are so heavy for you. We are so sorry for your loss. Selby was such a nice and wonderful person.
Kaytlyn, I can only imagine how proud your father was of you and the beautiful woman you are. Please know your church family loves you and continues to pray for all of you.
Dear Beckie & Will,
I am so sorry. I pray God gives you continued strength during this time. Our prayers will be with you & your family.
John, Janet & Sean Colleran
I want to extend my sincere sympathy for all of you on the loss of a great man! Sell was a wonderful guy and I will cherish all of the wonderful memories of us growing up together and fun times in England. I sat beside he and his wife at a concert about 2 years ago and we talked about old times. Prayers for everyone today. and in the days to come.
Love,
Tammie Williams
We are so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The staff at Richards Honda Yamaha
My heart is broken for you and your family. As you know, I've known Selby since I was barely a teenager. He was a sweet, caring man, wonderful father, & terrific business partner to my brother. My thoughts and prayers have been & will continue to be with your family.
Dear Bill and all the family,
Although I am unable to attend the service for Sel, please know that my sincere thoughts and prayers are with you. Sel was one of my very favorites. What a delightful personality and always so kind and friendly to me. Sending you hope for strength and blessings of comfort as you mourn the loss of our wonderful Sel.
Dear Allison, Beckie and William,
Our hearts are broken. Shelby was a great brother, husband, father and friend. May you find some small comfort in knowing that others are feeling this tremendous loss. God bless your family.
Becki and Chris Swindell
We are so sorry to hear the news of Selby's death. My parents were clients of his for many years before their deaths. He was always so kind to our family. May you find peace in your memories.
Becky, Bill, and Family,
It was an honor and privilege to have known Selby and to have worked with him for over 25 years. We had several nice golf outings together and many nice conversations. He had the highest work ethic and integrity. I knew I could always trust him in every way. I will miss him. Helen and I will pray for your family. With deepest sympathy. Bob and Helen Plummer
So sorry to hear of Sel's passing. He will always be remembered by me as being fun and entertaining while at Ole Miss. I am praying for all of your family. May your memories bring you comfort and peace during this sorrowful time.
Kathy Crouthers
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
Bill, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Sel. May God wrap his loving arms around you and Sel's family and give you peace.
Love, Bobbie Jo
I am so sorry to hear this tragic news. My prayers are that you and your children can find peace and joy in the great man he was and the wonderful memories that you have. Hold fast to those, they can't be taken from you. Praying for each precious member of your beautiful family during this most difficult time and always.
Love and prayers to you all. Selby was a wonderful, kind and generous man, he will be greatly missed.
What a wonderful man he was, Kaytlyn. Prayers today and always for your family.
May this kind and gentle man and father rest in peace...
Words can't really describe the loss. You will really be missed old friend.
John and Cindy B.
Sel was such a wonderful friend ! We are praying for strength and guidance for his sweet family during this time of sadness.
Becky,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have no words that can ease your pain, so my prayer for you is for Peace and Strength during this difficult time.
God Bless,
Shannon
Please accept our thoughts and prayers of comfort at this most difficult time.
Bill and I are thinking of you all, and love to my second cousins, Kaytlyn and Hannah and all who loved and were loved by Sel. He was a fine man and we will always remember him. Love, Lisa
Beckie, William and family,
My heart breaks for you and your loss. God will hold you and help you through this incredible loss of your dear husband and father. My family is praying for you, and sends our love.
Jammie, Stephanie, Catherine, and Allison Ziller
I was shocked and sadden at the news of Selby's passing. I will keep you all in my prayers and hope that the pain will pass , and the good memories will help.
Becky and family, I am so sorry for your terrible loss. I can't even begin to understand the pain that you are all in right now. Please remember that there are countless people thinking of and praying for you. May the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ comfort and keep you during this heartbreaking time.
So sorry to hear about Selby's passing, prayers for your family
I have 25 years of great memories working with Sel. All our great AG Edwards days! We went through alot of life changes together, there are crazy stories for days.... Sel save a place on the roster for me. We always joked about being grateful that our names were still on the office roster when changes were going on. God speed, my prayers go out to family and friends for peace
Becky
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Sel was a close friend of mine at Ole Miss and I loved him. I pray that God will comfort you and your children in this difficult and painful time.
Jack Shows
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hugs.
We are so heartbroken for your loss of Sel. I know there are no
words but know that we will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Donna & Gary
I really think Selby helped confirm my hire & will forever be grateful for that. I always enjoyed when he was at the office as we talked sports & business. I will miss his positive demeanor that I felt whenever he was around or when I talked to him. RIP Selby
Keeping you in our prayers.
To the wonderful Kennedy family: Selby was a kind boss and good friend to me. I am so sorry for your loss. The world has lost an amazing man. He cherished his time with his children and family. I'm sending lots of prayers and love to you all. Sarah