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Kevin Dorrell Obituary

We remember Kevin Jerome and Debra Michele Dorrell who died in a vehicle accident on Tuesday, May 28th while traveling to Mississippi to pick up their granddaughters. A celebration of life service will be held on Monday, June 24th 2013, 10:30, at Word of Life Christian Center, 8700 Park Meadows Drive, Lone Tree, Colorado, for family and friends. Reception immediately following. Kevin Dorrell was born on September 18 1958, in West Virginia, to John and Cora Elizabeth Dorrell Jr. His family later moved to San Diego CA, where he graduated from Helix High School, and then went on to Grossmont College. Kevin married Debra (Dunmore) Dorrell of Santee CA. They moved to Aurora Colorado in 1986, where they raised their children. Kevin enjoyed reading his Bible daily, nurturing his grandchildren’s development, refurbishing homes, cars, and fishing. Above all, he loved his family with his whole heart, and gave his entire life to sharing the word of God, serving, and loving people. Debra Michele (Dunmore) Dorrell was born on November 21, 1962 to Albert and Rosa Dunmore of Baltimore Maryland Debra was a loving and devoted wife, mother, daughter and sister. Debra was always happy with an infectious smile and laugh. Debra’s laughter oftentimes would fill a room with love and enjoyment. Debra had a heart for children, appreciation for health, life and others; what seem to make her smile the most was children. Debra was also very smart, paying attention to detail and remembering key details. If you told her something, she would remember it for years to come. Debra also loved to play the piano, baking during the holiday season, engaging in new art and crafts, and decorating her home; which was a safe haven. Kevin is proceeded in death by his father John Dorrell and sister Debra Green. Kevin and Debra are survived by a son, Darian Dorrell, Hoboken New Jersey, two daughters Leticia Williams and Ashley Dorrell of Aurora Colorado and three grandchildren, as well as his mother, Cora Elizabeth Dorrell of Carlsbad CA. Debra’s parents Albert and Rosa Dunmore, brothers Albert Jr. and Troy Dunmore Santee, CA and sister Christy Dunmore -Leonard of Chula Vista CA. Kevin’s is survived by his brothers, Keith Dorrell, Highland Ranch, Colorado, Kent Dorrell, Simi Valley, CA, Karl Dorrell, Houston Texas, his sisters, Donna Starr of Carlsbad and Daphne Dorrell La Mesa CA and a host of relatives.

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Published by Denver Post on Jun. 21, 2013.

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Troy Dunmore

March 11, 2023

My sister ,my best friend, my strongest supporter I miss you. I wish you could see how I´m doing!

Jo Anna Gonzales

July 2, 2013

Kevin,I was sad to hear of your passing. It was an honor to have worked with you at Aurora Pubic Schools. You will always be remembered.

Tinika Roberts

June 25, 2013

It was a pleasure working with you Kevin for the short time we had together. I enjoyed our talks. You set an excellent example for your grandchildren. I am saddened that you are gone from earth but I know you are in a much better place now. Rest In Paradise my friend.

danielle powers

June 23, 2013

I was very heart broken when i heard about this. they were great people. like my other parents. im so sorry ashley! I live in indiana and iwont b ableto make it. Love you and you guys will be very missed.

Enanu Belewa

June 20, 2013

Kevin you were wonderful person that talked about God and you family a lot. Sorry you departed from earth that way, but I know your in heaven now. you will be greatly missed until we meet again in jesus name amen.

Denise Ball

June 20, 2013

Kevin it was a pleasure to have working with you.For the short time we shared with you, was enough to last a life time. That's how much of an impression you made on everyone who got to know you. No doubt your are looking down on us.So Sad to see you go, but happy to know that your in a better place.Bye Friend.

Denise Ball

June 20, 2013

I'm glad to have known such a kind and caring, loving, sharing person as Kevin was. He will be greatly missed.

Sue Gordon

June 20, 2013

Kevin you were such a wonderful man, Super Grandfather and a great School Bus Driver.I will miss you my friend.

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