Born James Alexander Kennedy on September 1st, 1957 he suited Labour Day, because he worked hard at everything he did. As a member of the Canadian Armed Forces (Navy) Jake sailed the world. Later, he found his true calling as a PERI, and began a love affair with fitness and coaching. He completed in 11 Ironman triathlons, many runs and many miles on his bike. As an athlete, coach, mentor, trainer and leader, he held the respect of many for his dedication, discipline, sacrifice and desire to bring the best out of everyone he knew Jake strived to be the best man he could be. A father, son, brother, uncle and friend, he loved life and as he left this world he told everyone that he was happy. Jake fostered genuine, heartfelt relationships with his family, friends and everyone extended him the same. In 2009 with his trusted friend Patricia, Jake accomplished a life long dream! He road the hard parts of the Tour du France route. He might not have been the fastest, but he rode with the most passion, the most fun and the biggest smile - Alpe d'Huez. Jake rode with the belief that, like Lance Armstrong, he could beat his cancer, and he did for years.