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Kevin Doolan Obituary
He was born June 21, 1953 in Pittsfield, the son of Elthea (Cummings) and Michael C. Doolan. He attended local schools and graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1971 where he was a member of the National Honor Society and the varsity football team.
He was widely known for being a talented musician on both guitar and drums. He played in many bands in his career starting at the age of 13.
Besides his parents he was predeceased by his older sister Maureen (Theriault) Doolan.
He leaves behind his brother, Michael J. Doolan (Marcia), his niece Kelly Downing (Josh) and their two boys, his nephews, Pierre Theriault and Michael W. Doolan (Stephanie) and their four girls.
FUNERAL NOTICE: Calling hours will be Friday, July 25, 2025 from 11 AM to 1 PM at Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford Street, Pittsfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to BCARC in care of the funeral home.
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Dave Healey
Yesterday
I played with Kevin for one year and a day with "Paradise"..Bob Ducharme, Craig Mancivilano & myself. He was deep into Doobies, Huey Lewis, Billy Ocean & Christopher Cross and definitely, the Beatles. He was a real taskmaster..especially on harmonies. I worked with him on tunes at my place and he always had "Rolo's" on him. He is missed by many. Condolences and prayers offered.
Mark papas
July 22, 2025
Hearing Kevin play drums at PHS assemblies inspired me to take up drums. I was amazed at his level of chops and was surprised to hear years later while working opposite him at Eastover Resort in Lenox that he was self taught by listening to drum corps. Always knew him as a warm and generous person always ready come to your assistance. A loss to us all. Mark Papas
Mike McAvoy
July 21, 2025
I really miss Kevin. We were very close growing up. We were in our first bands together and spent several years in the Haze. As kids. we would stay over at each other's house and have the times of our lives. He had such a great sense of humor and was a kind and caring person. Kevin made a really nice toybox for our daughter in the mid 80's. We never asked for one. He just made it out of the kindness of his heart. He was always doing thiings like that.
It's so hard to believe that he's gone, but we will see each other again at some point. I was so blessed to have him in my life. Rest in peace, my friend.
Pat Torra
July 21, 2025
Kevin and I grew up together, he spent so much time at our home he was family. We were band mates together, even at the young age of 13 he taught us so much. I was always in awe of him when he sat behind the drums. The stories of things we did together never got old. Aside from his musical talents, which were unmatched, he was a phenomenal human being. He touched everyone´s life with his smile and unending sense of humor. I was so blessed to be a part of his life, he will be greatly missed.
royal hartigan
July 21, 2025
i knew kevin from playing in the union break musical group led by guitarist dave huxtable at eastover resort in lenox, mass. a number of years ago. kevin was an excellent musician and also knew a lot about amplifying instruments with specific microphones, which we used on the drum set i played.
i send my deepest condolences to his family and friends.
in spirit and music,
royal hartigan
Mary Lou
July 21, 2025
Farewell to an incredible musician, great voice, excellent guitar abilities.
I wish you peace!
Mary & Tony Blair
July 21, 2025
We were so sorry to learn of Kevin's passing. He was a dear friend. I went to school with him and Tony met him thru me. He had so many talents, a great personality and an amazing sense of humor. We will miss his many cards. God bless Kevin, rest in peace. M&T
Joseph Esposito
July 20, 2025
Kevin was younger than me but he was a nice kid so sorry Mike for your loss
Deb Flynn
July 20, 2025
Those smiling Irish eyes and that always welcoming hello.. he was a very good man as Dave used to say "he´d give you the shirt off his back"
miss you Kev
Gary Lagarce
July 20, 2025
very sorry for your loss. Remember Kevin well when he worked at Eastover. He was an excellent musician. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Betty Coussoule
July 20, 2025
I have had the pleasure of having Kevin as a dear friend for a long time..He was truly,simply the best,better then all the rest...May he rest in peace..I also will miss his cards with ...and the wheels on the bus go round and round.....
Joan H. Hashimoto
July 20, 2025
Kevin was a fun member of our neighborhood group of kids who grew up together on Holmes Road. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family. The photo below from 2014 includes some members of the old "hood": Kevin, and Hank Packard in the back, front left Joan, two others, Nancy, Neil, and wife Josie Hourihan. (hopefully uploaded)
Jean Donlon
July 20, 2025
I first met Kevin at South Junior High and graduated from Pittsfield High with him. He had a wonderful sense of humor, an omnipresent smile, and some serious music talent. I didn't see him again until our 40th high school reunion. Because Kevin was not technologically interested, he sent cards instead of emails. His carefully hand-written correspondence proved that he hadn't lost his sense of humor! I'm so sorry to learn of his passing at such a young age. My condolences to Kevin's family and friends.
Neil Sklar
July 20, 2025
Although I haven't seen Kevin in years,we were classmates in Jr.High and at Pittsfield High.My deepest thoughts and prayers to the family and the close friends of Kevin.i will cherish the fond memories of our times spent together and may Kevin RIP.
Debbie Rusk
July 19, 2025
Went camping in Yosemite a couple of times. Climbed Yosemite and Half Dome. He loved coming to CA to climb Mt Whitney with only a bag of corn nuts. He loved his music. I will miss our chats and his "Billy Bob" Christmas letters.
He always made me laugh. He would always sign off his cards to me with...and the wheels on the bus go round and round...
Gwenn Preston
July 19, 2025
Kevin and I have been friends since South Jr. High. I have so many fond memories of Kevin as do my children who grew to know him from his many visits to California. His musical talents and his sense of humor were incredible! My sincerest condolences to the family. He will be greatly missed.
Fred Lantz
July 19, 2025
Very saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. I have very found memories of our high school years. My condolences to his family.
Dave Heilberg
July 19, 2025
Best amateur drummer I ever saw. No doubt Kevin sought Jimi Hendrix at the pearly gates.
Bob Daverin
July 19, 2025
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Kevin will be in our prayers.
Bob Daverin and family
Steve Gomes
July 19, 2025
Saddened and shocked to read of Kevin´s passing. He was a friend going back to PHS days. A terrific guy and a talented musician, he will be missed. My deepest condolences and sympathy to Kevin´s family.
Paul Ellis-Graham
July 19, 2025
Dear Michael & Family:
I was deeply saddened by Kevin's death. He and I were close friends ever since junior high school.
We played cards together, rode in his Mustang together, and shared many stories (especially jokes) together.
He was a marvelous musician, having played a drum solo of Wipe Out at our 8th grade dance. We hired his band to play at our wedding reception in 1984.
We were able to remain close throughout his life. Mary and I send our love to you and yours as we remember all the joys he left us with. As we talked over the last two years, I know how much he suffered. He can now rest in peace.
Paul (Ellis-) Graham,
Marlboro, NY
Ricco DeLuca
July 19, 2025
I played little league against Kevin, he had one of the nastiest curveball I´ve ever had to hit. To be intimated by his mound presence is an understatement. R. I. P the man of many talents.
Ricco DeLuca
George Geer
July 19, 2025
I'm deeply sorry about Kevin's passing. I didn't even know he had not been well until getting a Facebook post last week. Kevin and I were not close friends. But he was a classmate and more significantly a football teammate. I also greatly admired his musical talents and especially on the drums. I remember the terrific drum riffs he would play at various school dances which got huge ovations when he was done. My sincerest condolences go out to Kevin's family and to all of my fellow classmates and teammates. George Geer
Annemarie Polan
July 19, 2025
Kevin is my cousin, and was the most talented musician I've ever known/heard. He had a great sense of humor! I didn't get to see him often, but when I did, we always had a great time! I will really miss him! He really was one of a kind....an amazing guy.
Lynn Katz Danzig
July 19, 2025
A great guy who will be
Missed.
Jim Stankiewicz
July 18, 2025
Kevin was a wonderful person; kind, honest, caring and VERY funny. As a bandmate for a few years, I was in awe of his musicianship on drums, guitar, vocals and arranging. I was truly fortunate to work with him sharing great music and many laughs.
Mike Frank
July 18, 2025
Kevin was a great drummer and a guitarist, I played with Kevin for several years in the Haze.
His talent was second to non........
Not to mention he his wit.
He will be missed and Loved by all that knew him...
Bless Kevin he will always be in my heart.
Bob Saydlowski
July 18, 2025
I´m so sorry to hear of Kevin´s passing. We played together in the house band at Eastover in the 1980s. Much good music and many, many laughs together. Ride like the wind, my brother in arms.
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