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David Lindquist
November 15, 2019
Can't believe you've been gone so long. But you live forever in my heart.
December 21, 2015
I knew "Zero" in college. He was a fun loving guy. I remember the motorcycle rides we used to take to Tuttle Dam.
Juli Niemann
Julie Krasne
February 9, 2014
I knew "Zero" during our K-State days in the late '70s. He was the ultimate Lady Wildcat fan and rarely missed a game! You could always count on Zero to entertain the fans by juggling basketballs at halftime. His kindness, compassion and his amazing sense of humor will never be forgotten. RIP Kevin.
David Lindquist
December 16, 2013
My best Zero memory was when ESPN first came out we had cable at the house. I worked for the railroad and I was leaving around 3am and he's up watching bowling on BLACK AND WHITE tv. I never met anyone else who loved sports like Zero!
DAVID LINDQUIST
December 16, 2013
Met Zero at Kansas State my next door neighbor he lived with Stan Biggs, later zero was a house mate in Lenexa, KS and always a good friend. Never had a bad time with Zero and everyone knew this guy. I miss you brother now Im crying as hard as I unsed to laugh.
Wendell Evans
December 5, 2013
I met Kevin while attending KSU we lived in the same dorm. I'm not exactly sure how we met or the circumstances everyone knew "Zero" the always easy going gregarious guy in the food line at the games, walking on campus. It didnt matter what color you were either he just befriended you with no conditions. He found out one day that I along with another dormmate were regretting how we could not make it to KC to see Earth Wind & Fire because I was friends with the opening act Pockets. They were from my hometown of Baltimore. "Juice" who was from Newark just wanted to hear some music other than the C & W music we had been overdosed on since our arrival to Manhattan, KS. Kevin said he would drive to Kemper no problem as he absolutely was very much into EW&F. We drove to KC on one of the coldest Kansas afternoons imaginable with no heat in the car...something Kevin failed to tell us. We didnt mind as we were filled with anticipation of going to the concert and seeing EWF and my friends in Pockets. We arrived the Kemper is packed. The music starts and Kevin is no where to be found. Fearing for the worst(Kevin that night was in the minority and we were in the majority) we saw a commotion to the side of us as an impromptu circle had formed we went over expecting there was some conflict only to find Kevin in the middle of the circle dancing his but off with this young lady! The crowd was going nuts as he held his own and everybody just urged both of them on. He danced all night and we just shook our heads in disbelief as he acquired an instant fan club of girls for the night! We drove back to Manhattan to blacks guys and one white guy cold and smiling. it was a night to remember. God Bless Kevin, Rest Peacefully in Heaven.
Sarah Myers
December 1, 2013
Zero was a ball of energy with a permanent smile on his face. I will always remember the "Susie" days. Loved your hugs, your way with the customers, everything! You will be so missed, my dear friend. You left us too soon. RIP sweetie, til we meet again.
Mahlon
November 23, 2013
Zero had an uncanny ability to remember even the smallest of sports stats........absolutely amazing! Zero, you will be greatly missed.
November 22, 2013
My dear friend Zero..you will truly be missed. I will always remember you singing to me in right field. It didn't matter where we were if you saw me you were singing Mona Lisa. Thanks for the smiles you gave me! I am blessed to have called you a friend!
Lisa
Robb Gibson
November 22, 2013
I can only imagine what it was like when he arrived in heaven...I am sure he went in with the same bravado he shared with us. It was alluring, a ball of light and surge of energy, you couldn't get enough. He will be painfully missed but left me a better person for knowing him. Rest in Peace my friend, it is well, we shall carry on...
Cathy Crutchfield-Arnn
November 22, 2013
Anyone that knew Zero was a better person! He always had a smile on his face and could make even the gloomiest of people laugh! You will be missed!
Richard Mason
November 22, 2013
I'll miss you Zero! I enjoyed seeing you and joining you at concerts and visiting with you at Longbranch! It was great fun to laugh together with you!! Everytime I would see you, you left me wanting to spend more time with you....You'll be missed by many....
November 22, 2013
Kevin Zero Sachem Little Silver Ball.He was the life of party.He always brought a SMILE to everyone who was lucky enough to know him.Whenever I went to a Ballgame,Concert,Parade,American Royal,ect.,I always kept a eye out for him.He was such a joy to be around.He will never be forgotten.
Jim CROOKS
Robert Steffen
November 22, 2013
Met Kevin in 1976, while on staff at the Bartle Scout Reservation. Over the course of several years we worked together at camp and in the hotel business. A dear friend possessed of boundless energy and passionate about the good times. You will be dearly missed and I will take a couple of aspirin in your honor.
Roger Mangels
November 22, 2013
Kevin took an interest in those in whom he saw potential...and gave them confidence in themselves. Farewell my friend.
Marty Burke
November 22, 2013
My friend of 50 years...we grew of five doors away from one another. I will never meet a man who enjoyed life as much. You lived large.
Tom Wieligman
November 22, 2013
Rest in peace, fellow Staff Member--you were a driving influence on me.
Kevin (center of back row) with some old scouting buddies
Mark Gotzon
November 21, 2013
Kevin was truly one of "the great ones" back in our days of staff at scout camp. It was great that he was able to maintain a friendship with many of us over the years and his passing comes way too soon. His memory will linger around the campfires of scouting for years to come.
Chris Kuchem
November 21, 2013
Kevin, I don't remember how, when, or why you got saddled with that "ZERO" moniker but in my book, you are anything but. I cannot think of you without smiling ear-to-ear. Man did we have fun. From our initial meeting in Corinth Elementary 5th Grade, and on through Meadowbrook Jr. High, Shawnee Mission East HS, and Kansas State University, we had nothing but good times. Sticking salmon balls on the cafeteria ceiling at Corinth, smoking cigars at Shakey's Pizza (when we were 15), sharing crude jokes over "fishbowls" at Mel's in Manhattan, and just remembering you laughing so hard your tears streamed down - is making my own do the same now. At least that's part of the reason why. God bless you my friend - and wait until AFTER St. Peter lets you in BEFORE you give him a "hot foot".
Adele
November 21, 2013
A true Kansas State fan, I remember when Zero came to cheer on the team at the Copper Bowl. I hadn't laughed that much since our college days! I will always remember the ready smile, the jokes, and the pure love of life that he had. Rest in Peace Zero...
Bob Klem
November 21, 2013
rest in peace, my brother... give becky a hug for me.
-klemmer
Steve Burns
November 21, 2013
I met in Kevin in 1974, juggling apples and eating them at the same time. How can anyone ever forget that big smile and those giant handshakes he always gave when I seen him. One of the finest example of friendship and warmth I ever met. I will miss him very much.
Mary Hedges
November 21, 2013
Even though I knew Zero for a very short period of time, he always made our visit to Longbranch a special one. So personable and friendly, I don't think he ever met a stranger. I will miss seeing him, but know heaven gained a very special angel. Rest in peace, Zero.
Danny Smock
November 21, 2013
Sachem Little Silver Ball, you will be sorely missed by your scouting brothers, and never forgotten. Who else could always put a smile on your face, remember all the words to an old camp song we learned 45 years ago, or eat a piece out of something while he juggled it? Your passion for life, scouts, music, and your loyalty to your people was such an inspiration for me and for others.
RIP, my friend, for it is well.
Gunnar
November 21, 2013
Knew Zero my whole life. Took me to my first Blades game. He will always be remembered.
Bill Huber
November 21, 2013
'Z' was a good friend for well over 30 yrs. We 'sharpened a lot of darts', fishing trips to Bull Shoals, lots of fond memories. He will be missed, but no one will forget 'ZERO'.
JOE CARNEY
November 21, 2013
GOOD FRIEND OF 35 YEARS THANKS ZERO FOR ALL YOUR FRIENDSHIP.WE LOST A WONDERFUL HUMAN BEING.
November 21, 2013
Everyday, I looked forward to getting my hug from Zero.
And the laughs we had after work at the Long Branch. I will miss him dearly.Heaven has another Angel. Kim Hill
Mike & Jan Kimmons
November 21, 2013
We Will miss Your Friendly smile at the Longbranch next summer. Mike & Jan Kimmons
Diane Hatfield
November 21, 2013
I have many wonderful memories of our days at KSU. He juggled for the students at the grade school where I was student teaching. Heaven is getting a great entertainer!
Kurt Huffman
November 21, 2013
I had the pleasure of experiencing Zero frequently and am better for it. His enthusiasm for life was amazing. He was amazing. He was energy. He was passion. He was life. He was unique. He was one of God's great creations. Thank you Zero. Thank you God.
Christina Wheeler
November 21, 2013
Gone too soon. A lovely man and human being. RIP Zero.
Steve Godsey
November 21, 2013
When it came to music, (everything actually) Zero made Dick Clark look like an amature. He was a breed of his own. Thanks for sharing your life, it will be treasured.
Linda Barker
November 21, 2013
Zero was a dear college friend who brought light and laughter everywhere he went. I have so many good memories of that time! Cheer on our teams from above, my friend!
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