Kennedy Hill Sr., age 52, of Naytahwaush, MN, died Monday, January 19, 2021, at Sanford Health Center, Fargo, ND.

Kennedy Hill, the son of Milferd and Esther (Paul) Hill, was born in Duluth, MN, on February 7, 1968.  Throughout his childhood, Kennedy moved around with his family living in Kansas, Oregon, and Alaska.  When he was a teenager, he moved to the White Earth reservation to make his home.  He met Betty Oppegard and they began a lifelong relationship.  Together they raised ten children, all of whom Kennedy was very proud of.  They lived in Bemidji, MN, for a time where Kennedy was employed in maintenance with the Bemidji school system.  He attended college, specializing in auto mechanics.  They lived in various communities but stayed in the Northern MN area.  Kennedy greatly enjoyed the many years he worked at the Shooting Star Casino and later at Balstad Farms.  Due to failing health, Kennedy retired early and has made his home with his daughter for the past few years.

Kennedy had a fun and energetic personality. He always kept busy and loved to have fun.  Kennedy proudly liked rock and roll, drinking beer, playing cards, and going to the casino.  He also spent many hours simply hanging out with his friends, who he called "his brothers."  Known to be a little feisty, Kennedy often teased, joked around, and debated with nearly everyone.  Above all, he fiercely loved his family and treasured each of his grandchildren.

Kennedy is survived by Betty; their daughters: Heather (Larry) Oppegard, Mayakala Rabideau, Kendra (William) Sehlstrom Hill, Amber Hill and Applonia (Anthony) Hill; Sons: Keith Oppegard, Scott (Chelsea) Oppegard, and Kennedy "Ken" (Shelby) Hill Jr; mother-in-law, Nona Townsend; two brothers, Milferd Jr. (Millie) Hill and Floyd Hill; brothers and sisters-in-law: Sharon Porter, Melissa Clark, Brian Clark, and Chris Clark; and many grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Milferd Sr. and Ester Hill; two daughters, Debra and Beth; two brothers, Keith and Merle; brother-in-law, Sonny Porter; and sister-in-law, Karen Townsend.

A Traditional Service will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, January 25, 2021, and continue until the time of the Funeral at 11:00 a.m. at the Naytahwaush Sports Complex, Naytahwaush, MN. Interment will take place at Island Lake Cemetery, Lengby, MN, in the spring.

at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, at the Naytahwaush Sports Complex, Naytahwaush, MN. Interment will take place at Island Lake Cemetery, Lengby, MN, in the spring.

Following all Covid-19 safety protocols, social distancing will be practiced, and all must wear a mask to participate.

Please feel free to sign the guestbook, send condolences and view other opportunities which may be available to the public due to COVID-19 restrictions.