Ishmeal U. Kennedy, Jr., 76, of Mount Vernon, passed away at 2:50 A.M., Wednesday, January 21, at Mount Vernon Countryside Manor in Mount Vernon. Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, January 24, at Oakwood Cemetery in Mount Vernon, with Chaplain Ernie Collins officiating. Burial with Full Military Honors conducted by members of Mount Vernon American Legion Post #141will follow at Oakwood Cemetery in Mount Vernon. Friends of the Ishmeal U. Kennedy, Jr. Family may call from 5 to 7:00 P.M. Friday, January 23, at Hughey Funeral Home in Mount Vernon. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Hughey Funeral Home where you may call (618) 242-3348 or visit www.hugheyfh.com for further information or to send online condolences.