Charlie P. Kavanagh
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Laconia, NH – Charlie P. Kavanagh, 20, a junior at the University of New Hampshire died unexpectedly November 19, 2023.
Born February 14, 2003 in San Jose, CA, he was the son of John and Mairead (Cahill) Kavanagh.
Charlie was graduate of Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, Class of 2021.
Charlie was the kindest, most selfless and loyal special soul. He adored his family endlessly and was always each family members number one fan. Charlie was the most thoughtful son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin. He was the most amazing friend, and loved his fellow Wildcats, Winnipesaukee, high school and Silver Creek friends, they were family to him. His fraternity brothers meant the world to him and they brought so much joy and fun into his life. He felt part of such a special and wonderful group of young men. Charlie was very passionate about music, he loved attending concerts, playing golf, video games, wake-surfing and watching movies. He valued time with his friends more than anything in the world. Charlie loved his dog Seamus so much, and will forever be known as a fiercely loyal friend that had everyone's back. He was able to light up any room with his sweet smile. The world has lost the most kind soul.
Charlie is predeceased by his paternal grandmother, Mary (Doyle) Kavanagh.
Survivors include his parents, John and Mairead (Cahill) Kavanagh of Laconia; his sister, Molly Kavanagh of Los Angeles, CA; his paternal grandfather, Pat Kavanagh of Ireland; his maternal grandparents Billy and Eileen (Howley) Cahill of Ireland; and many, many friends and classmates.
Visiting hours will be held on Monday, November 27th from 5 – 8 p.m. at Kent & Pelczar Funeral Home & Crematory, 77 Exeter Road (Route 108), Newmarket.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 28th at 11 a.m. at Church of St. Thomas More, 6 Madbury Road, Durham, NH.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Charlie at www.jedfoundation.org.
Visit www.kentandpelczarfh.com to sign an online guestbook.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Chris Taylor
December 1, 2023
So many special memories with Charlie and Ethan.
Sue and Ryan Foltz
November 29, 2023
A Silver Oak gathering was always more fun when Charlie was there. So many great memories to remember. Prayers for your family -
Rosie Kavanagh
November 28, 2023
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Shannon Grace
November 28, 2023
Dear John, Mairead, Molly and all of the Kavanagh family. My deepest condolences for the loss of your beautiful boy Charlie. I am thinking of you all at this very sad time. May Charlie rest in peace.
Rosie Kavanagh
November 28, 2023
Rosie Kavanagh
November 27, 2023
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Rosie Kavanagh
November 27, 2023
Charlie, I miss you so much. I love you so so much, more than you ever knew. We didn't see each other very often because of living in different continents, but when we did, we had the best time ever. Everyone who knew you absolutely adored you. Rest in peace, you most gorgeous, sweet, kind soul x
Martina O´ Donovan
November 27, 2023
Dear Mairead John & Molly, my deepest condolences to you on the death of your beautiful boy Charlie. We´re all devastated for you guys. May he rest in peace. Martina x
Bridget Moore
November 27, 2023
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Ruth Clarke
November 26, 2023
To Mairead, John, Molly & family, Heartfelt condolences to you. We are friends of your relatives in Limerick, we are so very sorry for your loss & pain, your family are very much in our thought´s & prayers. Ruth, Des & Girls
Erin Moore
November 26, 2023
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Chris Hancock
November 24, 2023
Sigma Alpha Epsilon offers its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and chapter brothers of Charlie. We pray that each of you can find strength, comfort, and peace during this difficult time. Our entire brotherhood shares in your grief and sadness.
Chris Hancock
Eminent Supreme Recorder/CEO
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity
Cara Kavanagh
November 24, 2023
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Jim McDaniel
November 22, 2023
The McDaniel family and his SAE brothers Jamie and Joe send our deepest condolence's. Charlie was an amazing friend to James. Our sincerest sympathy goes to his family and brothers. The pleasure to know him and his kindness will never be forgotten and our love for him is forever. you Charlie RIP.
The Staff of Kent & Pelczar Funeral Home
November 22, 2023
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
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