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Mr Coyle
February 15, 2023
Remembered in London by Kevin's Cousin Martin Coyle
Heidi Bee Roemer
February 15, 2022
Thinking of you, Mary Anne, on this one-year anniversary. Kevin will never be forgotten by all who know and love him. Hugs to you, dear friend.
Willy and Kathy Lloyd
February 15, 2022
We can't believe Kevin left us a year ago already. We still miss him and I know we always will; but we keep him alive in our hearts and our memories. Just this past Summer we toasted him at the Wisconsin State Fair, and again at Nick and Vito's a few weeks ago. We will always keep him close in our hearts. Kev, we miss you.
Martin Coyle
February 15, 2022
Remembering Kevin on the first anniversary
Rick and Gina Lennon
March 16, 2021
Kevin will always be remembered in our minds and in our hearts . He will truly be missed. I sure hope he is out in Space counting the stars, I am sure he is one of those shining stars looking down on his Family and Friends.
Love Ricky and Gina
Terence Nugent
March 14, 2021
“What does the looper say
At the end of the day
Cash me out caddy master
Cash me out”
I never would have met Bourko had he not carried the bag at Ridge.
I never would have trod a rugby pitch if he hadn’t cajoled me into going out for the Marquette RFC.
He was my. Instant companion for 6 of the greatest years of my life—three on Highland Avenue in Milwaukee as students at Marquette and three more on Longwood Avenue in Beverly as students at Loyola.
I am proud of what he accomplished in life as a family man, business man, and community member after our schooling was done. Evidently his fellowship with me did not diminish his character and talents as much as I had feared.
Ave atque vale Rugger. Somewhere on that pitch in the sky he and Charlie Bertling are winning the party.
Buzzard family
March 7, 2021
so sorry to hear of your loss. If there is anything we can do for you please let us know.you are in our prayers. May God put his loving arms around you and protect you from all sickness and evils and harms.
Doug and Antoinette Nyenke
March 7, 2021
We have been so blessed to have such an amazing neighbor like Kevin. We remember him as always smiling and being kind and caring to our family. We are grateful to have known him. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
The Nyenkes
Willy and Kathy Lloyd
March 7, 2021
Kevin is one of the finest men we've ever known, one of nature's noblemen and a true gentleman. From the hockey games in his hallway, to the craft fairs, to the Sox games, to the numerous rounds of golf,to the Wisconsin State Fair, to the Revolutionary War re-enactments we attended together, to the quiet but fun cookouts in the back yard, we have a treasure trove of memories of the times we spent together that will keep him alive in our hearts forever. Our lives are better for having known him and we will try to live up to his example. Fare thee well, our friend. May we rejoin you some day.
Laura S
March 7, 2021
It is hard to think about visiting Chicago and not seeing Kevin. Even though we only saw each other every few years, Kevin would always remember our conversations and ask about our lives. I have many memories of conversations at Christmas or bbqs among the loud DiNanno gatherings. Recently I think of the past few trips walking around Beverly and Kevin always had another beautiful old home or piece of history to share.
Love Laura, Chris and Penelope
Mike DiNanno
March 7, 2021
Kevin was a kind hearted, gentle spirit. His love for Mary Anne, Pat, and Nadilla and his many close friends are a testament to a life well lived. We will miss you, Kevin.
Claire DiNanno
March 7, 2021
Dear Mary Anne, Patrick, and Nadila,
As I think back over the years, the many family gatherings, what I remember the most is Kevin's warmth, kindness,
and the twinkle in his eye. I am grateful to have known him. He will be missed.
Love,
Claire
Grace Kuikman
March 7, 2021
It's impossible to think about Kevin without remembering his laughter, generosity, passion for baseball, and knowledge about so many subjects, as well as his deep and joyous commitment as a dad! Kevin was so thoughtful, such a great listener and so good at remembering the importance of connection and caring. Rest in peace, Kevin, hopefully up among the stars!
Maureen Yusuf-Morales
March 7, 2021
We still remember meeting Kevin for the first time in Long Island City-- after having a meal with us and my parents, Kevin and Patrick went to go play catch at the park. I remember thinking that they had such a strong bond. Rest in peace and power, Kevin.
Matt Lennon
March 7, 2021
Rest in Peace Kevin. Take care to all that loved him.
Frank & Maureen Spelman
March 7, 2021
Kevin - you, your sense of humor, and your warm smile will be missed at family parties. Rest in peace, dear cousin.
Vicki Barrett
March 7, 2021
So sad for your loss, Mary Anne and family. Sending love your way.
Donna Kerner
March 4, 2021
My sincere condolences for your loss. My heart goes out to his family during this difficult time. I am thinking of you all.
Thomas M Cannon
March 4, 2021
pray-a
Kevin & Mollie Bourke Mayo
February 27, 2021
Deepest sympathies to the Bourke family on the passing of Kevin. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Eileen Weaver
February 26, 2021
Very sorry to hear of cousin Kevin´s passing I have very pleasant memories of him when I stayed with him and the rest of his family many summers ago RIP Kevin
Tom Brennan
February 25, 2021
I am sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. I have fond memories of our time together as Evans Scholars at Marquette.
I pray for Kevin and his family that they all share in the peace of our Lord.
Sincerely,
Tom Brennan
Sarah Staunton & Pat Cunnane
February 23, 2021
Sorry to hear of the passing of cousin Kevin. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Claire Cooper
February 22, 2021
Thinking of the Bourke family. I had the joy of meeting Kevin and Mary Anne through Pat. His kindness shined through.
The O'Connor Family - 112th and Albany
February 22, 2021
We hold you close in thought and prayer during this difficult time.
Richard Nugent
February 22, 2021
My condolences to Kevin´s family . I remember him from our days at Marist . A great guy .
Mike Fitzgibbons
February 22, 2021
My deepest sympathies...Kevin and I went to St Christina and Marist together...he was a great friend...he will be missed
Joe Kapus
February 22, 2021
So sorry to hear of this loss. My condolences to Kevin's family. I have great memories of Kevin from both Ridge CC and the Marquette Scholars house. Bourko was a great guy and will be missed.
Terry Clyne
February 22, 2021
I´m so sorry to hear the news. You were a great guy, friend and classmate.
Vitantonio Patruno
February 22, 2021
Sincere condolences to the family.
Rick Marneris
February 22, 2021
My condolences to the entire Bourke family. Kevin was well liked by all during our time at Marist. Kevin & his family will remain in my daily prayers.
Tom Malloy
February 22, 2021
Kevin, please Rest In Peace. You were a wonderful, husband, father and a great friend. I will always remember you as a kind and caring person. We will miss you but we will cherish your memories. The Class of 73 has lost a fantastic classmate.
Kathy & Mike Boyle
February 21, 2021
Sincere condolences to all the family, Rest in Peace Kevin, sorry we didn´t get time to spend together, we will keep you in our prayers.
Tony and Margaret Togher
February 21, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all on the passing of our cousin Kevin.
May he rest in peace.
Bob & Barb Wilmsen
February 21, 2021
We are sorry for your loss. Kevin was a great guy and will be missed by all. Your family is in our prayers. May Kevin rest in peace.
John and Mary Beth Flynn
February 21, 2021
Marty and family--sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers offered. RIP.
Bill Rudolphsen
February 21, 2021
My deepest sympathy to Mary Anne, Patrick and the Bourke family. I met Bourko in 1973 at Marquette University. He was my pledge brother in the Evans Scholar program. Kevin was a caring guy, had a lot of energy and was fun to be with. I will keep Mary Anne and the Bourke family in my thoughts and prayers.
Tim Campbell
February 21, 2021
I'm very sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. I played rugby with him at Marquette many years ago now. He was a wonderful guy to spend time with. Best wishes to the Bourke Family.
Tom Cronin
February 21, 2021
I will surely miss you my dear friend! Until we meet again!
Matt Morrissey
February 20, 2021
Sending heartfelt condolences to Mary Anne and Patrick and the whole Bourke family.
Kevin and I met at the Evans Scholar House at Marquette University in late August , 1973. Kevin went to Marist HS and caddied at Ridge CC. I went to Leo HS and caddied at Beverly CC. We both received Evans Scholarships to Marquette and were `pledge´ brothers as Evans Scholars and lived together in the Evans House until we graduated in May , 1977.
We were also teammates on the Marquette Rugby Club, but our exploits there , both on and off the field, are perhaps best left to an off the record publication of more limited circulation!
To say our Marquette years were the best times of our lives wouldn´t do justice to the later joys of family life, but they´re definitely in the conversation.
Known to many of us as Bourko or Rugger, we will miss Kevin but we´ salute him at the time of his passing because we are all better off to have been his classmate, teammate and lifelong friend.
MU Rah Rah !
Matt Morrissey
Marquette Evans Scholar
Class of 1977
Tom and Sally Cunnane
February 19, 2021
Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time
Esselman family
February 19, 2021
We are so sorry to hear about this.
Annette, Seamus & Family, Mayo
February 19, 2021
Our sincere condolences to you all on the passing of our cousin Kevin. Thinking of you and sending our love.
Caroline Dwan
February 18, 2021
I always enjoyed our visits with Kevin during book club. He was an interesting man who took an interest in our conversations and had something clever to contribute. May he Rest In Peace and may you find comfort in his memory.
Kelsey Family
February 18, 2021
So sorry for your loss
Kevin was a kind and caring person
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Bourke Family
Bill Holland
February 18, 2021
So sorry for your loss. I had the privilege and enjoyment of playing rugby with Kevin at MU. Great guy and a tough rugby player. Kevin and the entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
The Factor Family
February 18, 2021
Sending our deepest condolences. Praying for the Bourke Family.
Martin Coyle
February 18, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Martin Coyle (London)
February 18, 2021
So Sorry to Hear of Cousin Kevin's passing thinking of all the family deepest condolence's Martin Coyle
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