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Kevin Stover Obituary
KEVIN MICHAEL STOVER
AGE: 39 FAIR HAVEN
Kevin Michael Stover, 39, of Fair Haven, passed away Monday, Oct. 20, at Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch. He was born in Fort Knox, Ky., and currently resided in Fair Haven. Kevin formerly lived in Snow Mass, Colo., and Keansburg. He graduated from Rumson-Fair Haven High School, Class of 1987, was a charter member of Rumson Hash House Harriers and was a communicant of Church of the Nativity in Fair Haven. Kevin was an avid Yankees fan, a passionate snow skier and music lover and was formerly in the band "The Kind". He was extremely brave throughout his ski accident and resulting spinal cord injury and quadriplegia 12 years ago.
Kevin is survived by his parents, Rosemarie and Gary Stover Sr. of Fair Haven; his brother, Gary Stover Jr. of Keansburg; his sisters, Amy Stover of Highlands, and Dawn Stover of Fair Haven; his paternal grandparents, Bernie and Marie Stover of Keansburg; his uncles, Steven Stover of Raleigh, N.C., and Glenn Stover and his wife Patty of Brunswick, Maine; his aunts, Bernadette White and her husband Joe of Keansburg, and Lorraine Novembre of Keansburg; his cousins, Marina Mackinnon of Maine, Skyla Stover of Brooklyn, Rachel Davis of Arizona, Peter C. Novembre of California, Timothy Novembre of Keansburg, Sherry Novembre of Edison, and Joseph White of Keansburg; and his niece, Nicole Vuille of Fair Haven.
Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at John E. Day Funeral Home, 85 Riverside Ave., Red Bank. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Church of the Nativity, Fair Haven. Interment will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Middletown. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Kevin's memory to the Christopher Reeve Foundation, 636 Morris Turnpike, Suite 3A, Short Hills, NJ 07078. Letters of condolence can be e-mailed via the funeral home's Web site at www.sidun.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kevin Stover
Jack Fitzpatrick
November 3, 2008
On hearing of Kevin's untimely passing, I was reminded that they say the good die young. Having gotten to know Kevin, and having heard about Kevin's life from his Uncle Glenn, I'd say that applies. Kevin was always an adventurer. Join me in wishing Kevin all the best on his latest adventure - into the infinite.
karen broderick-koense
October 27, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rachel Singer (Davis)
October 26, 2008
Dear Stover Family,
You all have my deepest sympathy. I truly enjoyed meeting Kevin. I'm not so good about keeping in touch, but I keep you all close in my heart. With much love.
Gloria Dobrowolski
October 26, 2008
To The Stover Family
My love and sympathy go to you and your family at your time of sorrow.
Love, Gloria (Don's Mom)
Dick & Annette McKean
October 24, 2008
Dear Stover Family,
Deepest sympathy to you all. Best wishes and God bless.
Don Dobrowolski
October 24, 2008
Don Dobrowolski, DMD
Debbie Merrill (Chandler)
October 24, 2008
May god bless the Stover family for the loss and sarrow of Kevin. Many years of knowing Kevin, and growing up with and being friends with my brother Peter Chandler. Time will heal but never forget such a great, wonderful, friendlyand loving person...Kevin. May he rest in peace now. Kevin is now and angel looking down upon us! Lots of love, hugs, and kisses to you all.
Tommy Aboussleman
October 24, 2008
To Kevin's Family,
My name is Tommy Aboussleman and I have had the privilege of knowing and playing guitar with Kevin in a band called "The Kind".
Though it has been many years and I have performed with many bands since then, I hold extremely fond memories of that band and that I have always held Kevin in the highest regards as a wonderful guy as well as musician. I am really sorry about your loss and I pray that God may give you strenghth through this very hard time.
God Bless, Sincerely, Tommy Aboussleman
Herman Moore
October 24, 2008
Stover Family:
I was so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. I will always remember him as a very nice guy, with a good spirit and warm heart. My deepest condolences to everyone in the family during this tough time.
Herman Moore
Jim Dieffenbach
October 24, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Kevin was a good friend and kind soul. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends.
Rorey Richter Erbeck
October 23, 2008
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Stover,
I will always cherish the wonderful memories that Kevin and I shared as we worked together at the Sport Spot. He was such a wonderful person and please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless your family through these difficult times.
Wende Spampanato
October 23, 2008
My name is Wende Spampanato. My maiden name is Wende Zerr. I went to school with Kevin and will always remember how he could light up a room with his personality. I'm sure he's doing the same up there!
God bless!
Gary Stover, Sr.
October 23, 2008
Thanks for your messages; they will be shared with the family and friends.
Gary Sr.(Dad).
Sandy Jacobs
October 23, 2008
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all during this sad and difficult time
Robert Bowen
October 23, 2008
I was part of RFH's graduating class of '87. I remember Kevin always being a good guy. Someone easy to talk to and fun to be around. May the angels watch over him. Please accept my condolences during this time of sorrow.
Allyson Moss Erving
October 23, 2008
Gary- I am so sorry for your loss We have had so many good memories. Kevin was a trooper through this all and he is now at home at peace. Please know I am keeping you and your family in my parayers to give you the stregth to get through the hard times you all face. I will never forget Kevin and all of the great times we all shared together.
God Bless-BIG AL
Mike Lambe
October 23, 2008
After far too many years, Kevin and I caught up with one another recently on Facebook. He seemed very happy and was so excited that he got to see the All Star Game at Yankee Stadium. I am glad we had that last chance to say Hi. He will be missed by Nuala, Steven and I.
Eric Smith
October 23, 2008
Dear family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of his friendship.
Chris Howard
October 22, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Janine Seo
October 22, 2008
Dear family
I just happened to know Kevin but please accept my most sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved son and brother.
charlie schafer
October 22, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.My best memories were skiing in colorado and playing music with the band "the Kind"
NICK & JACKIE BELLEZZA
October 22, 2008
Someone so special
Can never be forgotten....
All our love and Prayers to all of the family
peggy murphy (sheehan)
October 22, 2008
I remember Kevin from the 2nd grade. I also remember being sad when he moved. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Ted & Marge Bierwirth
October 22, 2008
Dear Gary & Rosemarie,
We are deeply sorry to hear of your loss. May it help to know that dear friends are thinking of you at this very difficult time.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Mary Ann Halek
October 22, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Kevin will be remembered in so many hearts.
Love,
Drew Reger
October 22, 2008
Kevin was a good friend and someone who was always there for you, I have many fond memories of our days together in "the Kind" and the bond we shared as friends. My heart goes out to his family and friends, and others who were fortunate enough to have Kevin as a part of their lives.
Christine and Joseph Schmitt
October 22, 2008
We are so truly sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Kevin was a beautiful person and will be greatly missed.
Kevin Brosnan
October 22, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
ANNEMARIE CUNTALA
October 22, 2008
Remember
Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.
Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you plann'd:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.
Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.
By Christina Rossetti
The Poetry Foundation
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