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KEVIN VAN LENTEN Obituary

Van Lenten, Kevin D. Of Stoneham, formerly of Topsfield, November 30, 2014. He is survived by his adoring parents, Don and Geraldine, his cherished Irish Nannie, his three siblings; Christopher whose intellect and wisdom inspired Kevin; Katie, whom he protected and considered his dearest friend; and his little brother TVL whom he mentored, loved and enjoyed watching develop into an amazing athlete. He leaves behind Uncles, Joe, Danny, and Doug; Aunts Madeline, Tricia, Donna, and Judy; cousins Michael, Ryan, Dylan, Aedan, Amy, Rich, Keri, Shawn, Bryan, Nicole, and Lindsey; second cousins, Nia, Kara, Lainee, Wyatt, Brooke, Leila, and Zayd; His Godparents Brenda and Mitch; The True and Aldrich families and close family friends, John, Emily, and Scott; and the friends he loved as brothers. We will all love you until the end of time. Kevin was predeceased by his loving Irish Pop-pops, his dear Uncle Larry, and his look-alike Uncle Bob Jackson. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Rose of Lima Church, 12 Park St., Topsfield, Saturday, December 6, 2014 at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours at the Campbell Funeral Home, 525 Cabot Street, Beverly, Friday from 3 – 8 p.m. Interment will be private. The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, tax deductible donations may be made to the Topsfield Athletic Association KVL Scholarship Fund which is being established to honor Kevin. Please send checks to 31 Kinsman Lane, Topsfield, MA 01983. Information, directions, condolences at www.campbellfuneral.com.

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 3 to Dec. 4, 2014.

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Carol, Brendan, and Caroline Ball

December 6, 2014

Geri, Don, and family,
The funeral today for your beloved Kevin was a testament to the power of the love and strength of your family. Kevin was as blessed to have you as parents as you were to have him as a son, albeit for far too brief a time. Please know that Brendan, Caroline, and I send you and Chris, Katie, and Tighe, our love and remembrances.

December 5, 2014

I spoke with Kevin a few times a week at the store. As an Irish man he always spoke to me fondly of his grand mother. He was a great guy to talk to. You have my deepest condolences and this is the type of guy you would love to have as a friend. He will be missed
Jim Fitzgerald

December 5, 2014

Geraldine, Don and family from Geraldine's extended family in Ireland
Our deepest sympathies on Kevin's untimely and sudden passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at very difficult time.
Geraldine your late Dad's sisters, Rita, Josephine, Sheila, Anne and Kay are with you in thought and prayer as are your cousins and their extended families.
Sent by Sheila Devitt on behalf of the Byrne, Hassett, Carroll and O'Mullane families.

Shirley Fontaine

December 4, 2014

My deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you during this most difficult time.
My heart is saddened by your loss.

December 4, 2014

I couldn't call Kevin a close friend of mine.. But from my limited experiences playing pick up bball with him, watching him tear it up at Masco sporting events, or running into him at a mutual friend's house, it's obvious he was above the norm in every possible way. The world has lost an immense athletic talent, an always funny and loyal friend, and above all an extraordinary person . Rest in peace, KVL.

December 4, 2014

To the whole Van Lenten family....our thoughts, prayers and condolences...so many memories of a wonderful family with whom now I share a heavy heart...Stay strong....Much thought and caring... The Stockwell Family

Mike Marrero

December 4, 2014

Dear Geri, Don and family:
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.

The Marrero's

December 4, 2014

Our hearts are saddened by your loss, and our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Bob, Jeananne, Nathaniel and Reed Goodhue

judie tasso

December 3, 2014

You are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love and strength the Tasso family

Joe Scali

December 3, 2014

From a Co-Worker to a friend Kevin will be dearly missed, we laughed hung out and had fun. That's how I will remember Kevin for the rest of my life. I treated him like he was my own son. God bless him

December 3, 2014

Geri, Don, Chris, Katie and Tighe, our hearts are filled with sorrow over this unfathomable loss. We hold you all in our prayers and send our love and most heartfelt condolences.
Mary, Jerry, Bobby, Maura & Emily Feltault

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3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Campbell Funeral Home

525 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA

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6

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Rose of Lima Church

12 Park St., Topsfield, MA

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