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KEVIN O'DONNELL Obituary

O'DONNELL, Kevin F. Sr. Age 81, of Palm Bay, Florida (formerly a longtime resident of Billerica, MA), died suddenly in New Jersey on September 26, 2021. At the time of his death, Kevin was doing what he loved best, traveling with his beloved wife and best friend of fifty-three years, Frances "Franny" (Savilonis) O'Donnell. Born in Salem, MA on August 30, 1940, Kevin was the son of the late Edward O'Donnell and Elinore (Cashman) O'Donnell. Kevin graduated from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy in 1962. After graduating from Mass Maritime, Kevin worked in the logistics industry, specializing in international marine cargo. He was a founding member of Demanko HLC Logistics, Inc. and several other NVOCCs in New England. Later in life, Kevin retired to Palm Bay, Florida. Kevin is survived by his loving wife of fifty-three years, Frances (Savilonis) O'Donnell, three children, Kevin O'Donnell, Jr. of Florida, Sandra O'Donnell of Quincy, MA, and Kerri-Ann O'Donnell of Marblehead, MA, his sister, Elinore Burke of Salem, MA, his beloved dog, Guinness, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and great friends. At Kevin's request, no services will be held. Donations can be made in his name to a charity of your choosing.

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 29 to Sep. 30, 2021.

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Frances A ODonnell

February 14, 2023

You are the love of my life .
I miss your smile every day.
Happy Valentines Day.
Love you to moon and back.

Love always ,Franny

Brian Kilduff BOC International

October 11, 2021

I feel blessed to have known Kevin. I was fortunate not only to have known Kevin, but to have worked with him side by side for many years. He was a wealth of knowledge & I leaned a lot from him. He will be miss by many. My sincere condolences to Fran, Kevin & his family. RIP Kevin.

Brian Kilduff BOC International

October 11, 2021

I had the good fortune not only to have known Kevin. But to work side by side for many years. He was a wealth of knowledge. We worked hard together & made sure to have fun as well. My sincere condolences to Fran, Kevin & all of his family. He will be miss by us all. RIP Kevin.

Patrick Fay BOC International

October 6, 2021

Kevin was a great guy. I was a better person for having known him. We had many fun times together and he taught me a lot about shipping. My deepest sympathy to his family. RIP Kevin. Looking forward to sharing a beverage with you in heaven.

Fran Newcombe

September 30, 2021

I am one of the former Billerica Public School people. My deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband and father of your children. May he rest in peace!

Fran ODonnell

September 30, 2021

My world stopped on September 26. You were my life, my rock, best friend, husband,father of our children.
You were the beat of my heart.
You will beside me every day. Til we meet again my love.

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