Kevin O'Leary Obituary
Kevin Anthony O'Leary, 63, passed away this past October, surrounded by his family. Kevin graduated from New Canaan High School in 1974, where he played football and baseball. He went on to graduate from Stanford in 1978 and UCLA's business school in 1982, where he met Doreen O'Leary, his wife of 37 years. They moved with their three sons, John, Patrick, and Michael, back to New Canaan in 1990. Kevin loved this town. He commuted for years to work in advertising in New York, often narrowly making the train at Talmadge Hill. He devoted years to building dioramas for West School projects, marching in Memorial Day Parades with Indian Guides, and sitting through an untold number of band recitals at Saxe and Senior Reflection Sundays at the Congregational Church. He loved his friends and family dearly, all of whom will miss him everyday. Kevin was predeceased by his sister, Reenie, and his mother, Jeanette. He is survived by his father, Richard, his siblings, Karen and Shawn, and his wife and sons. A small, family-only service was held in October.
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Richard K.
November 29, 2024
I'm not plugged into social media so I just learned of Kevin's passing. I worked with Kevin in NY in advertising. Kevin was my boss and he took a chance hiring me as I was the least experienced person on his team but he saw potential in me. He was the best boss I ever worked for and he always made me feel valued. He always loved sharing and hearing stories. I was devistated hearing this. I'll never forget my time working together with him. May his memory be a blessing.
Richard K.
John Jones
February 27, 2020
Just seeing this... so sorry for your loss. We and wonderful family gatherings for the USC v. UCLA games. Kevin was always such a gentle soul. May GOD bless you all.
The LoRusso Family
December 20, 2019
Doreen, John, Patrick and Michael,
We are saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. Kevin was a wonderful neighbor and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May all your memories bring you peace today, tomorrow and forever.
Our family is keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
The LoRusso Family,
Lynne, Jeff, Matthew, Daniel and Andrew.
Karen Babrowicz
December 17, 2019
I was a class below Kevin at nchs but knew him as a fantastic football and baseball player as well as person. Rest In Peace Kevin.
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