Who is Ron Kenoly’s Second Wife Diana Kenoly? Everything About Gospel Singer’s Marriage

Gospel music icon, Dr. Ron Kenoly, passed away on February 3, 2026, at the age of 81. The news was confirmed by his longtime music director and friend, Bruno Miranda, through a social media statement. While a specific cause of death has not been disclosed, it is known that Kenoly faced a serious health scare in June 2024 due to adverse reactions to medication. His passing has left fans, friends, and family deeply saddened. Amid the tributes, attention has turned to his second wife, Diana Kenoly, whom he married after the death of his first wife.

Who is Ron Kenoly’s second wife, Diana Kenoly?

Ron Kenoly and his second wife, Diana Kenoly, began their relationship years after his first wife, Tavita, passed away. Diana is a distinguished United Nations Ambassador-at-Large, an ordained minister, and Executive Director of the John Maxwell Team. She holds a degree in accounting and finance from Warwick Business School, UK, and later earned a Doctorate. Based in Orlando, Florida, Diana has a professional background in global operations management and IT development.

Ron Kenoly often spoke publicly about his admiration for Diana, crediting her with helping him navigate health and financial challenges. Diana, of Kenyan and Ugandan descent, has been affectionately called his “Nubian Queen.” When introducing her publicly, Kenoly wrote:

“I am truly blessed to have a wife of love, talent, wisdom, knowledge, beauty, class, patience with me, and understanding. She has helped me through some major health crisises, personal misfortunes, and financial setbacks. In the midst of many challenges and difficulties she has become an Executive Director of the John Maxwell Team, received a Doctorate Degree, become an ordained minister, and a United Nations Ambassador. I prayed for a wife and our Heavenly Father gave me a ‘Nubian Queen’.”

Marriage and Life Together

Ron and Diana were married on November 24, 2014, and their union lasted over 11 years until Kenoly’s passing. The couple shared a life built on love, trust, and mutual respect. While Diana did not have biological children with Ron, she lovingly supported his three children from his first marriage. Together, Ron and Diana frequently collaborated in ministry and on-stage performances, sending joint blessings to their community.

Ron Kenoly’s first wife, Tavita Kenoly

Tavita Kenoly, a singer, collaborated with Ron on albums such as Lord I Magnify. She supported him through personal challenges, including his mid-1970s addiction recovery. Ron and Tavita met while he was serving in the United States Air Force, married in the late 1960s, and were together for over 42 years until her passing in the early to mid-2000s. They had three sons: Samuel, Ronald, and Tony Kenoly.

Ron Kenoly’s death

Although Bruno Miranda confirmed Kenoly’s passing, the exact cause remains undisclosed. In June 2024, the gospel legend had been hospitalized with pneumonia and adverse effects from conflicting medications. He is remembered by the global Christian community, with tributes pouring in from figures such as Nathaniel Bassey and outlets like TMZ, honoring him as a “generational gift” who redefined modern congregational worship.