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Kevin Peacock Obituary
AGE: 72 • Manchester
John Kevin Peacock, 72, of Manchester, NJ, passed away on April 10, 2014, at Community Medical Center, Toms River, NJ. Born in the Bronx, NY, on November 7, 1941, he moved his family in 1976 to Lakewood, where he served as a dedicated volunteer fireman for Reliance Hose Co. #4. He lived there for 20 years, later moving to Point Pleasant Beach for 10 years and finally to Leisure Knoll in Manchester in 2006. Kevin served in the US Air Force for 12 years and NJ Air National Guard for 10 years, retiring as Master Sergeant. He was awarded the Air Force Meritorious Service Medal and a National Defense Service Medal. He retired from Lucent Technologies in 2004, and most recently worked part time for the Home Depot in Neptune. Kevin also was a member of the Manasquan ELKS. He loved and enjoyed golf, bowling, gardening, and reading Scottish history. Most of all, Kevin loved his family. Both Kevin and Carol often could be heard saying that they were the best thing to happen to each other. He will be greatly missed.
Kevin is survived by his devoted wife Carol Peacock, his loving daughter Colleen Peacock, son Stephen Peacock and his wife Jen, and his two cherished granddaughters, Julia and Quinn. He is also survived by his brother Owen Peacock and his wife Helena, his sister Eileen O'Connell and her husband Joseph, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at the Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home, 3010 Ridgeway Road, Manchester, NJ 08759, on Monday, April 14, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Services will begin at the Funeral Home on Tuesday April 15, at 9:00 am, and then to Saint John's Church 619 Chestnut St. Lakehurst, where at 10 am a Mass of Christian Burial will be offered. Interment to follow, with Military Honors at the Brig. Gen. WC Doyle Veteran Memorial Cemetery, Wrightstown, NJ. Please visit www.andersoncampbellmanchester.com to post a tribute.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kevin Peacock
Sandy Carels Fowler
April 17, 2014
Dear Carol, Colleen, Steve and Family, Kevin was a great First Sgt. in the NJANG. He always had a way to make you laugh. Someone spoke of his "smirk" that I shall never forget. May God Bless You and give you strength during this difficult time.
Jim Chewning
April 17, 2014
Dear Carol and family. I am so sorry for your lost. I had the privilege of serving with Kevin in the 170th Clinic. We shared many laughs and good times together while serving our country. He was a kind and considerate man and a great leader. Prayers out to you and the family.
Mike DuMont
April 16, 2014
We wore the same uniform oh so many years ago. We shared laughs and criticisms of the military yet we loved to serve and respected each other for serving. Another sergeant on a flight to heaven his mission complete. His memory is his gift to those he left behind to honor him, as I will, for sharing is time here with us.
Linda Taylor
April 15, 2014
Dear Carol & Family; It is with heavy heart that I say good-bye to this loveable, funny guy! Kevin bowled every Tuesday morning at The Lanes in Sea Girt, and I was privedged to have his decaf coffee ready for him. Always one large, and in about an hour or so, a decaf small. He always joked about his bowling skills, or lack there-of. Always a friendly greeting and a laugh or two about something,or someone. He will be so deeply missed by all. Prayers to you all for your loss. Most sincerely, Linda Taylor, Sea Girt Lanes.
April 14, 2014
Dear Carol and family our sincere condolences for your loss.
Dan and Diane Menchini
Eileen and Tom Dillon
April 14, 2014
Dear Colleen and the Peacock Family, So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I will always remember the verbal zingers he would say with a smirk on his face, waiting for me to send one back to him. Tom has such a fond memory celebrating St. Patrick's Day in NYC with your family and talking with your dad, and enjoying a pint or two of Guinness with him. Your dad certainly always made us laugh. May fond memories help all of you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love and prayers,
Ginny Moffat
April 14, 2014
Dear Carol & Family,
So sorry to hear of your husband Kevin's passing..my deepest sympathy to you & your family..may the many wonderful memories be forever in your heart.
Ginny & Gary Moffat
Kathryn Cosby
April 14, 2014
We will miss John at the Neptune Home Depot....a great associate, loyal leader of the Infocus Team for safety and very dedicated to the entire store.
Kathryn Cosby/HD
April 14, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kalla Byrd
April 14, 2014
Although I didn't know your Dad, I've grieving for you and your loss. He sounds like a wonderful man and I'm sure you have a great big hole in your heart now. I'm praying that God's comfort will sustain you in the days ahead.
Luann and Paul Nicholas
April 13, 2014
Dear Colleen, so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Steve Peacock
April 13, 2014
Missing you, Dad. Your passing leaves a major empty spot in this world, and I'm sure many agree.
April 13, 2014
Our sincerest condolences in the loss of Kevin. May you hold fast to the many precious memories you were blessed with. Ron & Karen Goff
April 13, 2014
I am so saddened to hear of John's passing. I worked with John at the Home Depot for 6 years and we became good friends. We just saw him last month and he helped us out in his department. He was such a great gentle man to work with always soft spoken and had a smile on his face especially when talking about his family. May God give you strength in this time of sorrow. It was my pleasure to have had him in a chapter of my like.
theresa plegere
April 13, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 13, 2014
Our sincere condolences and hearts are with your wonderful family.
Ann Marie and Lou Angelucci and Children
April 12, 2014
RIP Kevin, we will miss you. You were a good friend, husband & father. We promise to watch over Carol. Mona & Ron(Brick, NJ)
Gloria Senatore
April 12, 2014
Sincerest condolences....May he Rest in Peace.
Howard Smiga
April 12, 2014
My sincerest condolences. He raised a beautiful family
April 12, 2014
We will miss Kevin a true gentleman and friend .Our love and condolence to his family. I will truly miss my golf partner.
Jim and Diane Santiago
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