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Kevin Dawson Obituary

Dawson, Kevin ALBANY After a long illness, Kevin Dawson, 57, went Home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 19, 2013. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late William Joseph Dawson, Sr. and Patricia Dacey Dawson. Kevin was a graduate of Cardinal McCloskey High School. In his younger years he worked at the Port of Albany as a long shoreman, and ended his work career retiring as a truck driver from USF Holland, Glenmont. Kevin served his country in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War era. He has a black belt in Judo and held the National Title in the early 70's. Kevin enjoyed life to the fullest and was always willing to help wherever there was a need. He had a loving heart and always saw the best in everyone he met. Kevin loved God, nature, music, the arts, animals and traveling. He was one of a kind and will be greatly missed. Kevin was the beloved husband of Laurel L. Hughes Dawson; brother of William J. Dawson Jr. (Bernadette), Nadine Noland, Lisa Keehan and the late Brian Dawson. He is also survived by a few aunt's and uncle's, many nieces, nephews, several cousins, his Christian family and a great number of amazing friends. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 28, 2013 at 1 p.m. in the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany. Relatives and friends are invited to call prior to the Service, 11 to 1 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will immediately follow at Calvary Cemetery. Those wishing to remember Kevin in a special way may send a contribution to HEPC Association Inc., 1351 Cooper Rd., Scotch Plains, NJ 07076-284. To leave a special message for the family, obtain directions or view other helpful services, please visit McveighFuneralHome.com

Published by Albany Times Union from Sep. 26 to Sep. 27, 2013.
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Sincere condolences on Kevin's passing. I will remember him in my prayers. He will be missed.

Chuck Agnew- McCloskey '73

October 9, 2013

Laurel and Family,
I cannot express how sad I was to hear that Kevin passed away. I remember him growing up just down the street from me and later seeing him when he was making a delivery while he worked at Red Srar. Kevin would go out way to say "Hello, How are you", he was so kind and such a wonderful gentleman. He will be grately missed by everyone who knew him. I will keep you in my prayers.

Cyndi Rekemeyer

October 6, 2013

Laurel and family: words cannot express how sorry I was to hear of Kevin's passing- you took such great care of him. I will remember him, and all of you in my prayers.
Marti Hoar

Marti Hoar

October 1, 2013

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family of kevin dawson.kevin and I worked together at Red Star for many years. He was a very respected man. He will be missed by all who knew him.

chuck poole

September 30, 2013

Laurel
I am very sorry for your loss, Kevin was one of a kind, you blessed me a to have him in your life. The last time I saw Kevin was at a church function and when I walked in Kevin greeted me with "Hey doll how are you doing" with a smile, that was his way of making me feel special. I know he will gratefully missed by all the people that knew him. I will keep you in my prayers.

Sincerely,
Chris S

Chris Saleh

September 30, 2013

Laurel it has bee a lifetime since i have seen many good memories of childhood my sincere condolences on the loss of yiur husband. God bless you. Neil

neil mitchell

September 29, 2013

REST IN PEACE

September 29, 2013

Dear Laurel and Family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Kevin. May he rest in peace. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Julianne Beaudet

September 29, 2013

Laurel, So very sorry for your loss. God bless you

margie breen

September 28, 2013

Kevin was one totally genuine gentleman and I enjoyed the years at Red Star working with you. Always upbeat and whistling a tune and never got upset about anything.My thoughts and prayers to you Laurel and the family.And as I'm sure you already know,Kevin was and will always be an inspiration to all that knew him. He is one of the Good Guys.

Bob Elmendorf

September 28, 2013

Sorry for your loss, God Bless.

Cameron Becker

September 27, 2013

Lisa & Nadine I am sorry to hear about your brother. My deepest sympathy to your family. May he rest in peace now.
Robin (Goergen) Brendle.

Robin Brendle

September 27, 2013

Laurel, My deepest condolences to you and may Kevin rest in peace. God bless you.

Donna Smith

September 27, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss.
Cardinal McCloskey High School
Class 1973

Maura Farrell Miller

September 27, 2013

Nadine so sorry...
Laurie Daprile from tax and finance

laurie daprile

September 27, 2013

SORRY TO HEAR OF KEVINS PASSING MAY HE REST IN PEACE

BILL &BETTY SFARA

September 27, 2013

Laurel,So sorry for your lose. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Kevin's family.

Peggy Basco

September 27, 2013

Laurel, I am so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing, please accept my deepest condolences.

Sue Blaize

September 27, 2013

Our prayers are with Kevin and his family

September 27, 2013

Laurel,
I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. RIP Kevin

Christine Rozonewski

September 27, 2013

So sorry for you loss. I worked with Kevin at Red Star and he had a way of always seeing the good in everything. I will miss you my friend.

Jeff & Kathi Palmer

September 27, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Kevin's family.

Roberta Donahue Grieco

September 27, 2013

Laurel, my deepest condolences to you and your family. I'm sorry I couldn't be there for you. I wish you the best.
Love,
TK

Timmy Kent

September 26, 2013

Laurel so sorry for your loss. Kevin was a wonderful person. My prayers to you and to Kevin's family. He will be missed.

Donna Montesano

September 26, 2013

Rest easy, Kevin.

Charlene Mackey Bernat,
McCloskey Class of '73

September 26, 2013

Laurel,
What words can i say about Kevin, kind,careing,compassionate,easy to blush but most of all a true gentleman.He will be truely missed but now he is with Jesus and whole again, looking down on us with those beautiful blue eyes and smiling.
We had such wonderful times together, he has left you with great memories, these are the things that will help you get through this difficult time. Know that i am here for you always and may Jesus bless you and give you strenth. I love you, forever Debi

debi

September 26, 2013

We Are So Sorry To Read Of Kevins' Passing. Please Know We Are Thinking & Praying For Him & The Entire Family, May He Now Rest In The Home Of Our Lord Jesus Christ,Amen. Thomas & Lupe Espey & Family

lisa espey-vrooman

September 26, 2013

Laurel,
How do you find the words to adequately describe how wonderful Kevin was to everyone he met? He was such a kind man to all and was so devoted to you which is so evident in every picture there is of the two of you together. To those that know Kevin, we all lost a great friend who always saw the good in people. To those that didn't know Kevin, you missed the opportunity to meet a remarkable man. Rest in peace my friend. You will be missed.

Dina Addario

September 26, 2013

Laurel,
I am so sorry for your loss. Just know that Kevin is in a better place now. You are in my prayers.

Mary Hanson

September 26, 2013

Laurel - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time.

Robin LaPlante-Holmes

September 26, 2013

Laurel, I am so sorry for your loss please accept my deepest condolences..May your heart be filled with fond memories of the wonderful years you spent with Kevin before his untimley illness..Bless you and his entire family in this time of sorrow...

vickie kelly

September 26, 2013

Love, compassion and gentleness came so easy to you. No finer a gentleman than Kevin Dawson. You will be missed Kevin. God's greatest blessing is now yours. Till me meet again my friend.

September 26, 2013

Dear Laurel, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire Dawson Family.May you find peace in knowing that Kevin is in the Lords hands.I'm sorry that we won't be able to make the service because we are in Florida.We love you and will be in touch when we return.

George & Carol Acker

September 26, 2013

Laurel,
So sorry to hear about Kevin. May he Rest In Peace...Love you

Antonia Bradley

September 26, 2013

So sorry to hear of the passing of Kevin. We went to McCloskey together. As read in his Obit, his live was well lived with family, friends and many hobbies. God Bless you Kevin.

Patty Bulger-Setford

September 26, 2013

Laurel and family, our deepest condolences on Kevin's passing. Kevin was a great who was always there to help someone. He was also a great guy to work with. May your memories help get you through this very difficult time. RIP Kevin, you will be missed!

Gary & Mary Kay Albert

September 26, 2013

Laurel, words can't explain how sorry I am for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kathy Daigle

September 26, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

The Leonard Fox Family

September 26, 2013

Laurel,
My sincerest condolences on your loss. Kevin was a very sweet man.
Holly Smith

September 26, 2013

Dear Laurel, I'm so sorry to hear about Kevin. He could light up a room with his eyes and smile. He will truly be missed.

Sue Szesnat, Danielle & Erin

Sue Szesnat

September 26, 2013

Laurel - Thinking of you and so sorry for you loss.

Susan Smi

September 26, 2013

Dear Laurel and family, Kevin will be deeply missed. He will always be remember as a sweet, gentle man with a big heart. We will always have such fond memories of Kevin especially in the early days at our bar. He meant a lot to my family. I know he his at peace with the Lord and with his best friend and brother Brian. Laurel if you need anything please don't hesitate to call me or Mike. Kevin was blessed to have you by his side. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Much Love,
Maria and Michael Martin

Maria Martin

September 26, 2013

On behalf of Teamsters Local 294 Retiree officers and members I would like to express our sincerest sympathy to all of Kevin's family and loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ed Oleski: President Teamsters Local 294 Retirees

Ed Oleski

September 26, 2013

Dear Laurel,

I am so sorry to hear about Kevins passing.

I remember him as being very kind hearted just as you are.

I often think of you from time to time.

It's very interesting in finding out that he had done so much and touched so many.

I hope that you have some peace and serenity in knowing that he made such a difference.

Your friend, Nikki Latham

Nicole Latham

September 26, 2013

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