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William Kavenagh Obituary
STOW -- William "Bill" Kavenagh, 70, passed away surrounded by his family on October 27, 2013, at the Hospice Care Center in Copley.
Born in Akron on June 6, 1943 to the late William and Jean Kavenagh, Bill had been a lifetime area resident. He was a 1961 graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School and retired from the Akron Beacon Journal with 29 years of service in 2002. Bill loved fishing, sports, boating, and going to the beach.
In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his stepfather, Richard Mitchell and special uncle, Bob Cox. He is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Christie Kavenagh; children, Rick (Teresa) Kavenagh and Kelly (Ron) Winkler; grandchildren, Emily, Lauren, and Maddie Kavenagh and Nick, Carly, and Carrie Winkler; as well as many other extended family members and friends.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all of the doctors, nurses, and staff at the Cleveland Clinic and the Hospice of Visiting Nurse Service for the compassionate care given to Bill.
A memorial service will take place on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at the Church of Silver Lake 2951 Kent Rd., Silver Lake, Ohio, where the family will receive friends for one half hour prior to the service (no neckties please). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron, OH 44333. (Anthony Funeral Homes, CUYAHOGA FALLS, 330.928.1313, anthonyfh.com)
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John Sondereker
October 23, 2023
Christie, Kelly and Rick
The longer duration a loved one is missing the more poignant the memories.
Bill and I were friends for many decades and although we were apart most of that time, the distance did not seem to influence our friendship when we did get together. When Bill was your friend, he was your friend regardless of the distance and time between meetings. That's a rare trait that few can claim.
And we remained friends without social media! He is missed and today my thoughts and love are with you.
Jed
November 3, 2013
Christie and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing.We will always remember our great conversations over the fence. You are in our prayers. Love,Brian and Sherri Nank
Roe Halliwill
November 2, 2013
Kavenagh family, Sorry for your loss. Please find comfort knowing Bill is no longer suffering. Roe Class of 61
November 1, 2013
Christie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was such a fun guy! Always a big smile and his laugh contagious!! I always enjoyed our visits when we were in Ohio and able to connect with you guys! No words can ease the pain and sorrow in your hearts, but he is always with you in the beautiful memories you share. He is in a beautiful place now with our Lord and Savior, where we will all meet again. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Debbie Green
Joyce
November 1, 2013
Christie, Kelly, Rick & families ~ so very saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He was such a great guy. We were so blessed to have you as neighbors all those years, he and David were such an ornery pair. He will be missed by so many. Love, thoughts and lots of prayers ~ Joyce
Kate Bigam
November 1, 2013
Christie, Kelly, Rick, & family,
I can't tell you how sad I am to hear of Bill's passing. He is such a big part of so many of my childhood memories, of growing up on Woodward Road - sarcasm & big laughs & neighborhood gossip. I don't know whether I believe in heaven, but I know that if it exists, an old neighbor & a chocolate lab were waiting there to welcome Bill to join them.
Sending you so much love,
Katy
November 1, 2013
Christie And Family
We are so sorry for your loss. You guys were the BEST neighbors EVER!! We will miss him dearly. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
We Love You
George Mila and Gina Theiss
Sally Salberg Bacon
November 1, 2013
Dear Christie & family,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers for all of you.
Sally Class of 61
Dale Claypoole
October 31, 2013
Christie,
What delightful memories I have of the times with Bill in high school. You are both among those who moved easily between cliques, never getting stuck in one and always being gracious to everyone. That's a gift at that age...and one that I know carried forward. It was a pleasure seeing the two of you again at the class reunions. Bill had a wonderful and respectful sense of humor and I always left wishing that I had spent more time with him. He was a special guy and it was clear that you had a special relationship.
karen Hlad
October 31, 2013
Christie..Kelly..Rick and family..
"Bill"..Mr.kavenagh was like my dad. So many good memories of sleep overs...with Kelly....so many laughs at his dry dry sarcastic humor...so many years of driving into your driveway and screeching away with one foot on the gas and the other on the "clutch". Grandma Mitchell and him are smiling down on us..and I'm sure having a good time together. He will always have a special place in my heart. Love and hugs to all of you!! Love CLUTCH and kids
October 31, 2013
Dear Christie & Family~
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily.
With Love~
Greg, Tammy, Carissa & Andy McClelland
October 31, 2013
Dear Christie and family~
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily.
With love~
Greg, Tammy, Carissa & Andy McClelland
Jill Gifford
October 31, 2013
Christie,
You must be truly grateful for all the wonderful years you had together. So many never find the "right one", but the two of you certainly did. Know that I am thinking about you and wish you well.
My sincere sympathies,
Jill
Myron "Butch" Gray
October 30, 2013
Christie, Rick, and Kelly,
Elaine and I have you in our thoughts and prayers as you cope with the passing of a really great person.
I will always remember how wonderful Bill was to me in high school and anytime I would see him no matter the social setting. He had a great sense of humor and loved his family. May God's peace and comfort be with you at this time and always.
With thoughts and prayers,
Butch and Elaine Gray
JIM STAFFORD
October 30, 2013
Christie & Family,
You have my deepest condolences and heart felt sympathy for your loss. I very much valued my friendship with Bill that goes back to our high school days. There wasn't anyone who didn't like Bill.
May God give you the strength to deal with the sadness of this loss, and the knowledge that Bill is now in eternal Paradise.
God Bless all of you. Sincerely,
Jim Stafford
October 30, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was "one of our own."
Billie Shoemaker CFHS Class of 1961
October 30, 2013
Christie, Rick and Kelly
Bill created a wonderful family where life began and love never ended.
He was so proud of all of you and his friendship was a special reward for me. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Love
Jed
October 30, 2013
Words cannot express our deep sadness for you and your family. May the comfort of God help you through this difficult time.
Our sincere sympathies, Daniel and Iris Stacey
October 30, 2013
CHRISTIE
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU & YOUR FAMILIES
OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME
LINDA & PAUL ZITO
WOODBURY NEIGHBORS
October 30, 2013
Christie, Rick @ Kelly; So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We sure have had a lot of good times and laughs. He surely will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are there with you all. Love You Janet @ Joe
October 30, 2013
Hey Kelly,
Sorry for your loss. Just know that God will get you through. I am sure that some day you will see him again. God bless you!
Olivia Tompkins
Ann & Jim Garlando
October 30, 2013
Dear Christie and family, our deepest sympathy to you and your beautiful family. Bill was such a special man with a great sence off humor and a great person to be around. I know he will be missed by all but know he will never be forgotten. Our prayers are with you.
Lisa Stafford
October 30, 2013
Kelly and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending you prayers and lots of love.
Missy Stoltz
October 30, 2013
Christie, Rick & Kelly: Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Know that you are will continue to be in my prayers during this difficult time.
CFHS Class of 1961
October 30, 2013
Our sincere sympathy.
Mike & Debbie Schmidt
October 30, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 29, 2013
Kelly:
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that you & your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love:
Ed & Wanda
October 29, 2013
Christie, Rick & Kelly; Today we hold you in our hearts and keep you in our thoughts and prayers. We are so very sorry. With Our Love & Friendship,
Jim and Cathy Thompson
Jennifer Morris
October 29, 2013
Kelly, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are all in my prayers. Please let me know if there is anything you need. Much love to you, my friend. Jennifer Morris
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