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Title: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: Lift Studios on December 24, 2008, 02:35:52 PM
Long time contributor to the NPC and IFBB Kenny Kassel passed away. He helped emcee events, expedite shows and had his own talent agency. The details surrounding his death are unknown at this time.

Rest in Peace Kenny.

Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: 240 is Back on December 24, 2008, 02:39:54 PM
PIP.  prayers to his family.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: Has Beens on December 24, 2008, 03:00:32 PM
Terrible news, especially this time of year. He actually was a big help to us for info early on in Maria`s career. Our prayers go out to his family and friends.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: Ron on December 24, 2008, 04:14:37 PM
Wow - this is stunning.

Kenny will be missed, these past few months since the Olympia has been unreal in the passing of people.

Kenny and Steve Stone were great friends for 30 years, and now both are gone.

Rest in peace.

Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: cherrybody on December 24, 2008, 04:54:44 PM
Rest in Peace Kenny.
Enjoy your family's these holiday's.
All the good you've done echos through eternity.... Travel well Kenny
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: Robert_Lopez on December 24, 2008, 05:14:41 PM
Rest in peace Kenny, you will be missed.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: hpac on December 24, 2008, 05:36:26 PM
NOBODY announced the athletes like Kenny.

Always a gentleman and smiling.

A pleasure to have worked with you.

Rest in peace my friend!

Hollis
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: Noel Fuller on December 24, 2008, 05:39:27 PM
Man this sucks, such a good guy
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: Tomanater on December 24, 2008, 10:19:27 PM
R.I.P.  Kenny
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: Bob Bonham on December 24, 2008, 10:21:13 PM
as his good friend for 25 years    we did everything together for quite a while   I'm totaly numb

I spoke to his mom and sister yesterday  and they wanted me to get in touch with as many of KENN'YS FRIENDS AS POSSIBLE. So if any of you know anybody that I did not e mail  Please tell them.
We will have results of the Autopsy later today and if the family wants them public  WE WILL ALL KNOW
Kenny    ,  I LOVE YOU ...Bob
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: JMentis on December 24, 2008, 10:31:28 PM
Such sad news...rest in peace my friend.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: arce1988 on December 25, 2008, 12:01:03 AM
RIP KK
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: Benny B on December 25, 2008, 12:32:08 AM
Very sad. Kenny was one of the greatest and best known schmoes of all time. :-\

Condolences to his family and friends.  :(
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: sugar on December 25, 2008, 05:16:39 AM
How very sad. The world was a better place with Kenny in it. You will be missed my friend.
Love ya, Phyl
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: VGalanti on December 25, 2008, 05:55:56 AM
as his good friend for 25 years    we did everything together for quite a while   I'm totaly numb

I spoke to his mom and sister yesterday  and they wanted me to get in touch with as many of KENN'YS FRIENDS AS POSSIBLE. So if any of you know anybody that I did not e mail  Please tell them.
We will have results of the Autopsy later today and if the family wants them public  WE WILL ALL KNOW
Kenny    ,  I LOVE YOU ...Bob

numb is a good way to describe it...RIP KENNY

Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: bigdumbbell on December 25, 2008, 05:56:39 AM
RIP KK
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: www.BrinkZone.com on December 25, 2008, 06:06:29 AM
Long time contributor to the NPC and IFBB Kenny Kassel passed away. He helped emcee events, expedite shows and had his own talent agency. The details surrounding his death are unknown at this time.

Rest in Peace Kenny.



Kenny was was one of the few good guys in an often sleazy biz. I have known him for many years, and considered him a friend. I will miss him. RIP Kenny.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: Chick on December 25, 2008, 06:52:10 AM
My condolences to the Kassel family...I've known Kenny since I was 14 years old, as he and Steve Stone were there from day one for me. I'll surely miss Kenny's booming voice starting off the show, and steve right next to him...with those two and Ben, it wont be long before the show goes on in that big contest in the sky!

I'll miss you Kenny
Title: KENNY KASSEL'S UPDATED FUNERAL ARANGEMENTS
Post by: Bob Bonham on December 25, 2008, 08:42:19 AM
It is on Sunday at 10 am 

Temple Beth El        221 Schraalenburgh Road     Closter, New Jersey    07624 

201-768-5115

http://www.tbenv.org/absolutenm/anmviewer.asp?a=13&z=5     for directions

Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: wes on December 25, 2008, 01:33:15 PM
So sorry to hear this.......great guy.

RIP
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Kenny Kassel
Post by: AVBG on December 25, 2008, 02:14:33 PM
sad news, Likeable guy. RIP
Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: Ron on December 25, 2008, 04:50:03 PM
I just finished speaking with Kenny's sister Carol and Mother Mimi who provided me with the following information. The family will be accepting visitation from friends etc. Sunday from 4-7pm, Monday and Tuesday 7-9pm at 42 Palsades Ave, Cresskill, NJ, 07626

They are still getting more details to the cause of death, and to clarify, Kenny did not pass in his sleep, as he collapsed in the front lobby of his house.


(From Nancy Dinino)

Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: benz on December 25, 2008, 04:54:47 PM
rip, sad news
Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: mass 04 on December 25, 2008, 04:54:58 PM
R.I.P. sounded like a nice guy.
Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: CF on December 25, 2008, 09:51:08 PM
Rest in Peace Kenny.  I will miss you dearly.  Thank you for always being a friend.

Carlo
Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: HarleyBreite on December 26, 2008, 05:30:38 AM
My sympathies to Kenny's entire family.  The very first time Craig and I ran into Kenny he treated me as if I was someone special and yet he didn't know me at that time.  Shows that he had real class.  He will be missed.  This passing, coupled with that of Steve Stone represents a tough time for not only bodybuilding but also, for so many people who were extremely close to both of these true gentelmen.  I can only imagine how people like Bob Bonham and others who were so close to both guys must feel.  I hope the great memories of both Steve and Kenny help everyone get by just a bit easier.
Harley
Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: Nicole_Rollolazo on December 26, 2008, 01:17:10 PM
I am so saddened by this news.  Kenny was always trying to help out so many people in the fitness industry.  Since the day I met him he was constantly offering me support in my career and I always looked forward to seeing his familiar face at all the shows.  He will be missed!
Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: Living Beautiful Radio on December 26, 2008, 05:42:21 PM
Hey everyone

I just finished speaking with Kenny’s mother today who informed me that the autopsy was performed today and the cause of death was determined to be Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

 Kenny’s mother Mimi would like to extend her thanks to everyone in the industry who expressed their thoughts and prayers

 N
Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: blackiron03 on December 27, 2008, 12:43:31 AM
Rest in peace...
Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: adipo8 on December 27, 2008, 04:36:23 PM
We will miss you Kenny !
Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: Shannon Dey on December 28, 2008, 04:12:59 AM
There are a few very special people in our world that can make others feel good just from their presence.  Kenny was one of these rare souls and will truly be missed.
Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: newmom on December 28, 2008, 05:04:58 AM
whoa this is sooooooo sad..I have not seen Kenny in a few years, but he and I had a great time at the Blue Note in Manhatten, he was like a big brother. You will be missed Kenny and I will run an extra mile today just for you.
Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: Jadethegladiator on December 29, 2008, 07:43:19 PM
Kenny & Steve were always right there for everybody.  It might have been spraying that final coat of Protan or "Pam" on or just giving you some last minute tips/advice before ya stepped on that stage.  I love those guyz! :)

   
Title: Re: Kenny Kassel - Rest in Peace - Funeral Arrangements
Post by: hpac on January 05, 2009, 08:07:55 PM
Kenny and I at the 2002 Mr. Olympia I believe