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1954
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2019
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Kevin Marsland Obituary
Born on Sept. 16, 1954, in Methuen, Mass., he was the son of the late Charles and Rita (Heafey) Marsland.
He graduated from Tenney High School and Franklin Pierce College.
Kevin spent much of his life in the newspaper and distribution industry. He worked for such publications as the Boston Herald, Eagle Tribune, Derry News, Seacoast Media Group, Pocono Record, Times Herald Record, Nashua Telegraph, Concord Monitor, and the New Hampshire Union Leader, Manchester.
He enjoyed classic automobiles, sports, mechanics, and was a lover of animals. Kevin's greatest passion was for his family and friends.
Family members include his loving wife, Lee Marsland of Laconia; his sister, Diane Alie and her husband Marshall of Methuen, Mass.; his brothers, Robert Marsland of Northfield, Scott Marsland of Methuen, Mass., and Mark Marsland of Methuen, Mass.; his five children and their spouses, Kevin C. Marsland Jr. and his wife Jane of Westwood, Mass., Mary Wiley and her husband Craig of Mont Vernon, Melissa Marsland, Jessica Sutton and her husband Bryan of Raymond, Melissa Kenny and her husband Kalen of Washington, D.C.; a son in affection, Paul Byers and his wife Terri of Belmont; beloved "Papa" to his 14 grandchildren, Charley and Henry Marsland, Alex and Katie Wiley, Emma Marsland, Eric and Elizabeth Brunelle, Kobe and Khloe Sutton, Quinn, Ryer, and Elisabeth Kenny, and Evan and Mackenzie Byers; and nieces and nephews.
Kevin was an extremely dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Universal among those he touched in his life, would be the sentiment that he was the most genuinely kind person in their lives.
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SERVICES: Calling hours are Friday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to noon in Dewhirst and Boles Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Methuen, Mass. A memorial service follows at noon in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Pope Memorial SPCA of Concord-Merrimack County, 94 Silk Farm Road, Concord, N.H. 03301.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Kevin Marsland
Kristine Simone
September 26, 2022
So many people come in and out of our lives. We need to remember the joy they have each brought to us. Kevin was a decent person and he is missed by all who knew him. I wish for healing and strength for his family.
Lorette Banks
October 4, 2019
Jess so very sorry for your loss, hugs
Gail & Lenny vigneault
October 4, 2019
Gail & I send our heartfelt sympathy to the Marsland family. It was a shock to all of us and know he is in GOD'S Hands with Chuck and Rita.Our deepest condolences.
David Turcotte
October 3, 2019
Sorry to you all for the loss of Kevin. His laughter was infectious. We have many a fond memories of the time he worked with us at The Blue Iris. I hope your memories of him bring you comfort.
Love Dave and Jenn Turcotte
Tammy Swansburg
October 2, 2019
Jess, so sorry for your loss. May your Dad RIP.
Charles and Anita Lake
October 2, 2019
Prayers and love to our beautiful neighbors across the street. Anita and I were so sad to hear this sudden news of Kevin's loss. He was a great man. His friendly and easy disposition will be missed. We are here for you Lee. Love in prayer Charlie and Anita
Kristine Simone
October 2, 2019
My deepest sympathy to Kevin's family. I worked at the Eagle Tribune and Monitor at the same times and was lucky enough to have him as my supervisor at the latter. He was always very fair and helpful. A great loss to our communities. We have and will miss you greatly Kevin.
Cathy (Heafey) and Joe Murphy
October 1, 2019
I am so sorry for the loss of my cousin Kevin. Love and prayers for him and the rest of his family. He will always be loved.
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Dewhirst Boles Funeral Home and Cremation Service80 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844
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