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Chris Shesrs
July 28, 2024
Party at the coaches house after a game. Kevin was the quarterback and leader
Barb Loney
August 28, 2022
Diane, I am so sorry for your loss. Let me know if you´d like to go out to lunch after yoga or play pickle ball together sometime. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
PHIL KATAUSKAS
August 19, 2022
Kevin, God bless and keep you. You and your wonderful family weren't just neighbors. All of us were members of each other's family. Love, Big Brother Phil, Give Mike a big hug. Play a couple ping pong games with him. Maybe he can beat you if you play with your left hand. Oh, wait ....
Milena (from Sobotec)
August 19, 2022
Dear Diane,
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. He was a great guy and true gentlemen who will be missed by all that knew him. May his memory be eternal.
Kathleen Ponitz and George Friedriechsen
August 17, 2022
Dearest Diane, we are sooo sorry for your loss. Kevin was a great guy. Our hearts break for you and your family. Please take care of yourself.
Jim Vann
August 8, 2022
Dont know if you remember me. Worked with Kevin for more than twelve years at Alucobond. Frequently ran ino him on business-great guy. Very sorry for the loss
Randy Nelson
August 8, 2022
My sincerest condolences for Kevin's passing. Kevin was my first supervisor here in Benton, KY, 37 1/2 years ago. It was a pleasure working for him.
Teresa Holder
August 8, 2022
Kevin was always one of my favorites. When I answered the switchboard at then, Alucobond, I loved to hear his cheerful voice. He was always a ray of sunshine. Praying for the family.
VLAD SOBOT
August 8, 2022
Diane and Wickliff Family,
So sad about finding out of Kevin's passing.
We lost a special friend and best business and golf buddy.
I will be forever grateful for what Kevin has done for me, my family and our business.
And mostly I will miss his positive outlook on life.
Vlad and the Sobot family
I have lost one of my best friends.
Jim Brazzell
August 8, 2022
Kevin hired me to work at 3A Composites (Alucobond) almost forty years ago. He was a man of integrity and a great person to work for. He was one of the good ones and he will be missed. Prayers for the family.
Lynn McConnell
August 7, 2022
Diane, So very sad to learn of Kevin´s passing. He was such a special man, friend, father, grandfather, husband. He will be remembered by so many with smiles on our faces. Thoughts, prayers, and fond memories for you and your family. Love and hugs.
Chris shears
August 7, 2022
My prayers are also for you Melissa
Dennis Pettengill
August 7, 2022
Diana and I were sad to learn about Kevin. Diana first knew him at Hill Elementary and I first knew him at Boy Scouts and Little League Baseball.
After high school we both went to E.M.U. Many good memories there. I always appreciated his positive outlook.
Class of '68' reunions won't be the same anymore without Kevin.
August 7, 2022
Debbie - So sorry to read about your brother. I'm hoping to reach you through this message. Sorry we have lost touch with you. Would love to re-connect. Several of us are getting together on August 19 in Lansing and if you are anywhere in the area, it would be wonderful to have you join us. Contact me at [email protected]. Beth (Wenger) Smith, CMU friend
Polly Katauskas
August 7, 2022
This is such sad news. Kevin was like another brother to me when we were growing up. He was always smart, funny, kind, and amazingly optimistic. So many memories....
I was blessed to have known him.
I wish I could be eloquent but it is too hard to think and cry at the same time.
My heartfelt condolences to Diane and her entire family.
Carol-lynn (Wickliff) Hunter
August 6, 2022
He had the best smile. I will miss him.
Jan Qui
August 6, 2022
Debbie I just saw this. I am so sorry and sending condolences and love to all your family. I was stunned to see he´d had been I´ll. So many memories with Kevin. A peculiar bond with those of us who spent time growing up together in our little world of Davison. They´re strong and everlasting. My heart aches for all of you.
Best, Jan Quinn
Tom Ferguson, DHS Class of 1967
August 6, 2022
So sorry to hear about Kevin. Sending our sympathy from the DHS Class of 1967. Brother Marc was a classmate of ours. Those of us close to Marc were also friends of Kevin. Two really great guys, who left us way too soon. They are missed. Our prayers and best wishes to the Wickliff family.
Cindy Brandes
August 6, 2022
What an amazing and positive person! Kevin has made a difference in so many lives. I am blessed to have known him. Our family will not be the same without Kevin.
Brad Snider
August 6, 2022
Thoughts and prayers to Diane and her family. So sorry for your loss. He was a special guy.
A Vietnam Veteran
August 6, 2022
Seeing the flag on your obituary means you are a Veteran. I was also born in 1950, and went to Vietnam as many our age did. Thank you for your service, Sir. Rest in peace.
Kraig Brandes
August 6, 2022
The very best of us, Kevin was always quick witted and funny, I looked forward to any occasion we got to golf, swim, or just clown around. He really made u a better person just by association. A amazing husband, brother, parent, papa,uncle,and friend, will miss him terribly. Also the best golf starter in heaven
Grace Schwanda
August 6, 2022
May God be with you all as you remember your husband, dad, grandfather, uncle and friend.
Greg Potter
August 5, 2022
After our 40th class reunion a group of us golfers started playing golf once a month each summer. Kevin was always the first one to respond he would play . He had a great smile and a firm handshake that let you know he was glad to see you. He was a better golfer than me but always tried to help me improve my game. We played a lot of great courses over those years with lots of laughs. I will miss him and his golf game every summer. My prayers for you and your family Diane.
Chris Shears
August 4, 2022
All the way back to 5 th grade with Kevin. Many fond memories for sure. Kevin had this way about himself with being positive. Great athletes are rare but we was well rounded. So sorry Diane-to your Family.
Deb Metzger
August 4, 2022
Diane,
My sincere condolences and prayers are lifted for you and your family! May the wonderful memories of Kevin and God´s comfort and consolation uphold you during this very difficult time and upcoming days! Keeping you my thoughts and prayers!
Libbi Brandes
August 4, 2022
Uncle Kevin was one of the most warm and welcoming people I have ever known. I don´t think there will be a day we don´t feel his absence, but forever grateful to have had the chance to know and love him.
Libbi Brandes
August 4, 2022
Uncle Kevin was one of the most warm and welcoming people I have ever known. I don´t know that there will be a day that we don´t feel his absence, but forever grateful to have had the chance to know and love him.
Susan (Brandes) Black
August 4, 2022
Our family has lost a beloved and cherished member who we will all mourn immensely. For us, Kevin was not an in-law, but one of us, our clan. Kevin has been family for as long as I can remember, he and Diane together modeled for all of us marriage and family, together they have guided us all these years. I will be forever grateful for his presence and influence in my life.
Cam (Cindy) McAra
August 4, 2022
Was so great to see Kevin in 2019 at Diane's (and my) 50th high school reunion...we had a great conversation and it was so good to catch up. My condolences to you Diane and your family...so sorry for your loss.
LINDA GRAHAM
August 4, 2022
Diane Ron and I are so sorry to hear about Kevin´s passing. We had no idea he was ill
Sending you and your family love and may your memories give you comfort
Kendal Wickliff
August 4, 2022
Kendal Wickliff
August 4, 2022
Always a smile on his face.
Kendal Wickliff
August 4, 2022
My Pop always knew how to make something special out of the simplest things. He was a leader to the men I look up to today. I cherish the memories I hold with him, including my love for golfing (driving the cart). He was such an incredible example, and I hope we all implement a little bit of Pop in our personalities.
Linda Adams Johnson
August 4, 2022
Although I haven´t been around Kevin for many yrs I will always remember our high school days together. May God comfort Diane, his family and friends. Hugs and prayers sent your way .
Sandy siminski
August 4, 2022
So sorry for your loss sending love to all
Carol A. Penney Rard
August 4, 2022
I have such fond memories of such a wonderful family the Wickliff embodied. CMU connected many enduring friendships.
Rita Booth Daza
August 3, 2022
So sorry to hear of Kevin´s passing. My deepest condolences to Diane and family.
Diane Beecher
August 3, 2022
So sorry to hear this. Oh the memories of our Lapeer Street families . I always loved the Wickliffe family. Bless you all. Diane Alger Beecher
Devin Norman
August 3, 2022
The epitome of cool! Kevin was comfortable in his own skin and made everyone around him feel better about themselves too. He was funny and quick-witted, but you never felt bad if you were part of the joke because you knew that he liked you. He was a very good golfer but didn't take anything on the course too seriously - he was a good listener and would rather talk about what was going on in your life. Kevin was a great husband and brother, a very proud father and grandfather and a good friend to many. Mondays on the golf course, especially when we brought caddies, were often the highlight of the week. I will miss you dearly buddy. God speed.
Jeff Brandes
August 3, 2022
He taught me so much by his actions and his words. He challenged me often and that made me a better person. Is wonderful friend and in ways a parent to me. You always had time to laugh and joke. He was my brother. Not my brother-in-law but my brother!. Everyone should be so lucky is to have someone like him and their family. I love you bro and I'll miss you everyday!
Bill & Linda Tenny
August 3, 2022
Lots of good memories of Kevin. We loved his sense of humor & the joy he brought into a room. He will be missed. We are so sorry for your loss.
Melissa Fender Hernandez
August 3, 2022
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Melissa Fender Hernandez
August 3, 2022
Some of my favorite more recent family pictures with Uncle Kevin
Jaci Featherly
August 3, 2022
What a truly special, loving, hilarious man. There are too many memories to count of giggling away as a kid hanging out in your pool, or in Charlevoix on vacation with your wonderful family. My heart hurts for your loss, but I'm so grateful for those sun filled days, flying kites together and the laughter. What a special family you all are. Sending Light and Love to you all.
Melissa Fender Hernandez
August 3, 2022
So many memories with Uncle Kevin! Swimming in the pool every summer, annual family baseball games, he always made me laugh when I saw him! Most recently, seeing him and Aunt Diane on the dance floor at our wedding, he had the best personality! We will miss him so so much. Jesse & Lissa
Amy Wickliff
August 3, 2022
Very sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. I am so glad he called my dad earlier this year to talk. Love, Amy Wickliff
Larry and Karen Wickliff
Eric Wickliff
Nicholas
August 3, 2022
The first time I ever went over 100 mph on the ground was in the passenger seat of his 300zx twin turbo. He was a great person to share a thrill with. He always made you feel like you were getting away with something. Truly one of the brightest, most positive people I have ever known. The definition of charm.
Gary Gagliardo
August 2, 2022
It is hard to put into words how difficult it is to realize that Kevin is no longer with us. He made everyone feel welcome and at home in his presence. Always smiling, upbeat, and positive. I feel fortunate to have known him, to have played golf with him, and to have had him as a member of our golf league. A great family man, and a darn good golfer! He will be sorely missed, but never forgotten. A truly special human being.
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