Doris Marie (Nixon) Kennedy, 90, of New Paris, PA, formerly of Martinsburg, PA, went to her heavenly home on January 16, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on June 21, 1935 in Martinsburg, PA a daughter of the late Robert B. Nixon and Marie F. (Paul) Nixon.

On June 30, 1953 she married the love of her life, Jack R. Kennedy in Roaring Spring. He preceded her in death on August 6, 2001 after 48 years of marriage.

Doris was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is survived by a daughter, Jackie Sleek (Rick) and a son, Blake Kennedy all of New Paris, PA.

Doris was known as Nanny to her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all of their friends that got to know her over the years. Doris is survived by four grandchildren: Marci Burkett (Aaron), Marti Sleek, Chanda Deputy (Josh), all of New Paris, PA and Elizabeth Webb (Nicholas) of Snow Shoe, PA; and 14 great-grandchildren: Aaron, Kobi, Dominic, Mayci, Clinton, Kooper, Kayne, Kohyn, Christian, Niko, Hayden, Declan, Jaxtyn, and Ellianna.

She was preceded in death by a son, Reggie Kennedy; great-grandson, Kai Burkett; sister, Patricia Long; and brother, Donald Nixon.

Doris (Nanny) found joy in time spent with family, sharing meals, and watching her family grow through the generations. She cherished her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and they were the pride and joy of her life. Though Doris will be greatly missed by all who loved her, her legacy of strength and love will live on through the many lives she touched and nurtured.

Doris was a member of the Church of the Brethren in Piney Creek and was affiliated with Faith Brethren Bible Church of New Paris.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 12 pm at Faith Brethren Bible Church with Pastor James Espenshade officiating.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 22, 2026 from 11 am until the hour of service at Faith Brethren Bible Church.

Family and friends are invited to enjoy a meal after the service to fellowship and honor Doris.

Interment at Salem Reformed Cemetery of Beavertown, PA.

Online condolences may be expressed at http://www.geiselfuneral.com/. Arrangements entrusted to Geisel-Styer Funeral Homes, Schellsburg, Pennsylvania.