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Memories and Condolences
for Kevin France
Jill Oubre
September 29, 2025
Thinking of you today and always. Miss you. RIP Kevin.
Linda Galan
September 24, 2024
Kevin had a great impact on both of my children, Tasha Galan and Stacy Galan Shailendra. Prayers for Kevin RIP and his family and friends.
Linda Galan
September 6, 2009
i have more memories Kevin...his care of his pool. After school and camp, he was at the pool...making sure it was working at it's optimal level; as many responsibilities as he had...he took care of that...and, it was not a small task...he loved swimming.
Edward Herty IV
February 14, 2009
My Deepest Sympathies to the France family. Kevin was an inspiration to me as he taught me for over eight years. His guidance as a coach and as a mentor helped make me the man I am today. He will be sorely missed.
Jill Talley
January 13, 2009
My deepest condolences to the France Family. I taught at Kehoe-France 20 years ago before moving and learned just today of Kevin's passing. My 5 years in New Orleans were made special by the entire family but especially Tricia and Kevin. Jack and I send our prayers.
Chelsea Elwick
January 8, 2009
My deepest condolences for the loss. Coach Kevin was a wonderful spirit, and he will be deeply missed but never forgotten. He will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with me.
Alli Bailey
December 22, 2008
My deepest sympathies are extended to the France family. I have recently moved and just found out. The world has truly lost a dedicated and wonderful teacher and man. I got to know Kevin working at Kehoe-France after Katrina. We both were the last to leave each night and he always stopped and looked in to make sure I was leaving and was alright. He was such a proud papa and husband. My prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends.
Steven Avery
December 13, 2008
I was truly stunned by the news which only got to me today. To the entire France family, my prayers are with you. As a former teacher at Kehoe-France, I got to know Kevin as a dedicated teacher and a great friend. He will be missed by many who have gotten to know him over the years.
Karen, Rick, Kathryn & Lance Bullock
November 7, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Kehoe-France family. May God grant you his peace. All of us were truly blessed to have known such a wonderful and rare man as Kevin. He gave so much of himself to everyone he knew.
Gina Fredo Makarski
October 24, 2008
Kevin's passion for learning taught me the critical thinking--in the best sense of the phrase--that set me on the path to becoming who I am today. Sounds cliché, but it's true, and I'm ever grateful for it. It really was great stuff he taught, and he'll be sorely missed.
Aimee (Miranne) Small
October 23, 2008
Dear France Family, Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. Kevin was a remarkable man and he will be greatly missed. As a camper and counselor in the 80's and early 90's, he was a wonderful mentor, coach, and friend to me. May all your fond memories bring you comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jennifer Thompson (Finley)
October 17, 2008
I was blessed to know Mr. France for a short time during 8th grade. I still remember his enthusiam for US History. His family and friends are definitely in my prayers. The teacher I am today is in part due to the love he had for us. As a coach, he provided great insight and helped develop the talent he saw in each of us. In my mind, I will always remember his smile.
Remi Pastorek
October 16, 2008
While I did not know Kevin very well, I always enjoyed his company at any family event. I am really sorry I missed the funeral, my parents did not tell me until I came in town that weekend. I truly wish they had. Frances, my prayers are always with you. Kevin was a great man. If there is anything any of you ever need, please let me know.
Wendy Witten
October 15, 2008
I was very surprised and saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. After spending 17 years at Kehoe-France between attending school from K-8th and then working as a camp counselor, I felt very close to the entire France Family. Kevin was always a large part of that and I will cherish the memories.....how he made history come alive, how he cheered me on as my swim and basketball coach, as well as all of the fun working with him at camp.
My sincerest condolenses go out to the entire France Family.
Myra Witten
October 14, 2008
Mark and I would like to express our sympathy, care and concern to the entire France family. We were very fond of Kevin and will always remember his smile.
Being the proud parents of two successful young adults that were students of Kehoe France, we always tell people that we attribute their success to their wonderful years at Kehoe France. You all are a very special family.
Fondly,
Myra and Mark Witten
Dom Musso
October 14, 2008
Kehoe-France...that name brings fond memories for the Musso family!
20 or more of us attended the camp/school and became better people as a result.
The many families touched by the Kehoe-France family all share your pain...but celebrate the lives of the entire Kehoe-France family.
Jackie & Jerry Webre
October 12, 2008
We all were so very sadden to hear of the death of Kevin. He was such a wonderful teacher and coach to all four of our children. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers and good wishes go out to the whole France family.
wayne gordon
October 9, 2008
as a former kehoe-france day camp counselor i remember kevin as an active twelve year old "down the river swimmer"; i don't know how many miles he logged but he touched the lives of more people than the miles he swam. as father of "93 class valedictorian , rebecca gordon , i came to know just how much a paositive role model that kevin was, he encouraged her to be a critical thinker and she came to love history as not just remembering dates and battles. god bless you kevin, tricia and family! we certainly all share in your loss. wayne gordon
Melissa Cousans Mortillaro
October 9, 2008
Coach Kevin was an inspirational teacher. I feel blessed to have been one of his students. My thoughts and prayers are with the Kehoe-France family.
Laura Henry
October 8, 2008
Coach Kevin taught me how to swim. I send my deepest sympathies to his family during this time. I lost my father at a young age and know how hard it is for his children and wife. We will miss you and remember you always. I hope I can be half the teacher today that he was when I was a student.
Laura Henry (formerly of Metaire, LA)
The Quinn Family
October 7, 2008
All of our payer's and sympathies goes to the France Family. Coach Kevin had such a huge impact on mine and my sister's life while at Kehoe; we would not be the people we are without him, and he will be missed terribly.
Paul & Julie Gelpi
October 7, 2008
We want to send our deepest condolences and prayers to your wonderful family. Kevin was such a positive force in our community that certainly leaves a great sense of loss for us. Our kids loved camp at Kehoe every summer and "Coach Kevin" always made them feel part of something special and fun. We will dearly miss him and will always remember the great person that he was.
Harry Cole
October 7, 2008
We will always remember Coach Kevin with a smile. He was a great teacher, and just a great human being. Harry & Cat always rattled on endlessly about his classes, and I always remember him walking around in that silly looking hat. He had an influence on my family that will live on forever.
Mark Harper (Class of 86)
October 7, 2008
My deepest sympathies and condolences to the France family, and the Kehoe-France community. Kevin had such an enthusiasm for teaching and coaching and that was on display each and every time he entered the classroom, or pool area. He simply made all that knew him better.
Jennifer Case
October 7, 2008
Sending my condolences at this very difficult time. My heart is overflowing with a lifetime of beautiful memories and treasured moments and the deep knowing that Kevin's life blessed so many, me included! Feel fortunate to have been his student and family friend and sending much love and many blessings to all of you!
David Dodd
October 7, 2008
Tricia, Molly, Emily, and Patrick, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and dad. The girls were quite upset by the news and have the fondest of memories of Coach Kevin. Our lives are so intertwined with the France family that we feel like we lost "one of our own"........and indeed we did!
Ashley Martin (class of 91)
October 7, 2008
To the France family,
I was devestated to hear of Kevin's death. He was such an inspiration to me and my family. I wouldn't be were I am today if it wasn't for Kevin. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Lori and Kyle Sanders
October 7, 2008
Kevin - Do you remember how Kyle wanted you to be her private swim coach? You were such a great coach and an even better cheerleader for her. She truly became a better swimmer under your direction.
Kyle had a swim meet on Friday and she said she was going to swim for you. Not only did she win ALL of her events, she qualified for Zones. I know you had to be there for her, cheering her on. I know she wanted you to know this.
Kevin, thank you for all the laughs we shared during my subbing days. Some days I didn't think I would make it through and then you would show up with that infectious smile. How could anyone have a bad day after that!
Thank you for all the words of encouragement that you said to Kyle. Thank you for being her friend. One of the things she was saddest about with moving to NY was that she would not have you for her teacher. She knew it would have been great - in many ways.
Thanks for the memories......
Love, Lori and Kyle Sanders
Angel, Ron, Rhiannon, & Rowan Fryou
October 7, 2008
I am deeply sorry to hear of Kevin France's passing. He was still so young and full of vitality and he had so much to give to future students and his family. Kevin France was a wonderful history teacher and a great man. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a style all his own. I remember writing history papers for his class and he always made every new topic seem so interesting.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family, especially his wife and children. Kevin will be greatly missed but he will live on in all of our memories and so he will live on forever.
(Angel) Augusta Rose Yrle Fryou (class of 1986) & family
Kathy Robert Robey
October 7, 2008
Mr. France, I will keep you and your family in my prayers at this difficult time. Kevin was by far my favorite teacher at K-F. Without him, I never would have learned how to take notes, or have the tremendous appreciation for history that I try to instill in my children. He was truly a gifted teacher and a wonderful person. Although I haven't seen him since I graduated in 1981, I miss him terribly.
Chris Berry
October 7, 2008
Kie, Kyle & Kelly,
My thoughts and sympathies are with you and your entire family for your loss.
Jackie Littleton
October 6, 2008
I just learned of Kevin's death and wanted to join in the many expressions of sympathy. May it be some comfort to know how many lives, including mine, were made better through his influence. It was a pleasure to be one of his teachers.
Jennifer (Fredo) Harland
October 6, 2008
Tricia, Molly, Emily, and Patrick...
From the thousands of us whose minds and spirits were touched by Kevin, thank you for sharing your husband and father with us.
Ann Smith
October 6, 2008
I am so deeply saddened for Kevin and his family. Kevin's smiling picture, on the K-F web page, clearly illustrates the enthusiasm he portrayed to faculty and students every day during my years as a teacher. Kevin had a kind and helpful and caring spirit. To the entire France family: You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Beth Henzler
October 6, 2008
Mr. France, Tricia, Molly, Emily, Patrick, Kyle, Kelly, Kie and the entire France family,
My niece, Rebecca, just e-mailed us with the tragic news of Kevin's death. Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences during this time of extreme grief. Kevin was such a great man and touched so many lives; he will be sorely missed.
Beth and Tom Henzler (Jennifer's parents, Class of 2003).
Paulette Swartzfager
October 6, 2008
What can notes like this say about Kevin? a friend, a mentor and inspiration to my children, a co-conspirator as day camp counselors, a coach, a father, a husband, a son, a brother -- all of these but more than any of these. Kevin had humor and he had a social conscience. He loved history, and he helped others want to make their own histories. As these notes by so many people show, Kevin touched so many lives in so many ways.
I think Abe Lincoln's words say what Kevin's time with us meant: "And in the end it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years."
We will remember all Kevin's life was for us as long as we can remember.
Rebecca Gordon (Class of '93)
October 6, 2008
Dear Mr. Frank and the France Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear this and send you all my heartfelt condolences.
Kevin always had a special place in my heart & mind as one of my favorite teachers--he taught me to think, to question, to argue...he was an incredible teacher and person & I have always remembered him years after Kehoe-France as a formative influence and one of the most unique people I have ever known.
I am so sorry for your loss and wish you peace and comfort.
Sincerely,
Bro. Ken Boesch
October 6, 2008
Kie and Kyle,
I was saddened to hear of the passing away of your brother. Know that you and his family are in my prayers.
Erika (Tolar) Mesh
October 5, 2008
I literally grew up with Coach Kevin and the France family. I have too many memories to try to share here, but my time with Coach Kevin helped to define who I am. He instilled in me a sense of respect for myself, for others, and for the world. Learning that lesson early in life has been invaluable to me.
He'll be missed, but never forgotten and I'm sure what he taught us will be passed on.
All my love to the rest of the family. Please know we're thinking of you.
Debbie Pace
October 5, 2008
We will forever think of Coach Kevin at Pow Wow whenever we hear the words "Hip Hip Hooray"...
May God bless the entire Kehoe-France family.
Debbie ('80), Ralph, Olivia (Feather Girl 2008) and Joseph Pace
Dr. Joe & Sally Macaluso
October 5, 2008
Dear Frank, Kyle and Family:
Sorry to hear about your son's and brother's death. Our condolences and prayers are with all of you and your families. Sorry we were unable to attend the wake and funeral.
Sincerely,
Sally and Joe Macaluso, Sr. (Dr. Mac)
Kathleen Hebert
October 4, 2008
Tricia, Emily, Molly & Patrick, Our time with Coach was brief, but he touched our lives in a way that will always be remembered. Our prayers are now with you and the France family. I once read that "forgiveness is the healing of wounds caused by another." May you all find peace.
Austin's Mom
Irfan Saeed
October 4, 2008
A gentleman and a scholar. You will truly be missed Coach Kevin.
Kikie Priddy
October 4, 2008
Frank, Have just learned of your loss & am truly sorry. With deepest sympathy, Kikie Priddy
Saira Saeed
October 4, 2008
My family and I were truly saddened to learn of Coach's Kevin death. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole France Family.
Danielle Duffourc
October 4, 2008
My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with the France family. I never had the pleasure of meeting this wonderful man but I know what he was to his family and community. God will guide all he knew through this difficult time.
Jim Musso, Morgan Stanley
October 3, 2008
Kevin was just wonderful with our daughter Sophia; we could not hope for a better mentor. All the Musso's will miss this Kehoe France fixture. What a very sad loss for his family and all the children that called Kehoe France home. Camp will never be the same...We will miss his Hip...Hip!
Lisa, Jim and Sophia Musso
Peggy Scott
October 3, 2008
Tricia,
Thinking of you and praying for you and your children.
Donna Laciura
October 3, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Juanita Nailor
October 3, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this, your time of grief.
May the memories of the past bring you comfort and joy. I know Kevin is with Maxine cheering on the Saints and L S U. It was really a pleasure working for the France family.
October 3, 2008
Kevin was without a doubt the best teacher I ever had. His enthusiasm for history, for Kehoe, for life, was apparent in his smile and sparkle in his eye. His personality invited students to learn and made them want to learn. He was a first mentor to many, always teaching and guiding students with patience and support. I will never forget him and the Kehoe-France family. It is to them that I credit the strength and confidence I left school with in May of 1982. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you all, especially his wife and children. As a wife and parent myself, I know he loved you more than anything. Don't ever forget that. God bless you Mr. Frank. The Montz Family (Marlene, Sid III, JoAnn and Sidney).
Ashley Amato
October 3, 2008
I am terribly saddened by such a tremendous loss. Kevin was a great teacher and mentor. Of the 27 years I spent in school, 12 of them at Kehoe France, he is one of two teachers who touched my life. I remember him helping me select the music for my 8th grade dance and us dancing to Otis Redding at the dance. He had a beautiful soul.
Maureen Verderame
October 3, 2008
Many teachers teach well; Kevin did it exceptionally. He taught history in a way that showed his students that the material was important and interesting to learn. He tested students not to show them how much they didn't know but to point out how much they had learned and to encourage them to learn more.
In the four years that I taught with Kevin, there was not one time that I encountered him that he did not greet me by name and with a smile. He afforded each student, each teacher, and each parent the same consideration -- and always with his distinctive booming voice.
As a parent I saw that Kevin treated all students at Kehoe-France with respect and kindness -- even those who did not excel in academics or athletics. The outpouring of emotion at this difficult time shows just how many lives he touched and the positive influence he had on generations of Kehoe-France students and their families.
May Coach Kevin rest in peace. May all of us live with a little more kindness and enthusiasm in our hearts for having known him.
Maria Crabtree
October 3, 2008
Where do I even begin to express how truly sorry I am for you loss. I worked with Coach Kevin on the pool at KF Summer camp for 10+ years. He was a genuine and wonderful person. He always truly cared about everyone as an individual. I will miss him dearly. May he rest in peace! My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you, Ms. Patricia, Molly, Emily, Patrick, and the rest of the France family. May Coach live on in all of us whose lives he touch!
Rebecca Raphael
October 3, 2008
I am traveling abroad and have just been informed of Kevin´s passing by my sister. I am quite speechless, but I want to tell Tricia and her family and the whole Kehoe-France family (Kevin and I sometimes compared it to a village) that my thoughts and prayers are with them.
Kevin did more good than any one person will ever know.
Rebecca Raphael,
writing from Salzburg, Austria
Blake Watermeier '87
October 3, 2008
When I think back about my best teachers, Kevin France is always the first that comes to my mind. He taught my 7th grade American History class. His passion for what he did was an inspiration for his students. He will be missed. My thoughts are with the France family.
Amanda Browne Connolly
October 2, 2008
Coach Kevin has always been a prominent figure from my childhood. He was an exceptional role model, always cheering us on from the sidelines, challenging us to be our best, and caring about us every step of the way. I have always held Kehoe-France in high regards for molding my character, and Kevin France was a big part of that. He is surely missed by all who had the privledge to know him. Kevin France leaves behind a legacy of students who learned and grew from his joy and passions. To the France Family, you are in my prayers.
Jill Wren
October 2, 2008
Coach Kevin was a mentor to me. If my mom ever needed me to do something she would put coach kevin up to it. I will always keep a special place in my heart for him and the rest of the france family.
Judy West Tracy
October 2, 2008
The France Family has always had a special place is my heart and in the hearts of my family. I have known the family since 1967 when I first worked at camp. My mother worked as a pre-k teacher and then as one of the secretaries. My husband is a Scout leader. Both of our children graduated from that great school-Erin in 2000, and Kyle in 2004. The educational foundation they received there prepared them so well for high school and college. Kevin was their favorite teacher, and coach. He made history come alive for his students, and never forgot to show that he cared about each and every one of them. I am proud to say that he was my friend. Our prayers will always be with Mr. France, Kelly, Kyle, Kie, Tricia, Molly, Emily and Patrick.
joan livaccari
October 2, 2008
Patricia, you and your family our in our prayers. Please know that Kevin will always be in our prayer.My heart breaks for you
Shelby Quave
October 2, 2008
Coach Kevin was known by everyone, and will be missed by everyone. Camp won't be the same without him.
Maddie Cvitanovich
October 2, 2008
Coach Kevin, I will never forget when my friends and I would walk passed you and you would hug us, ask us how are we doing, how is your boyfriend even though I didn't have one and when we were getting ready to leave you would tell us to have a good afternoon and I will see yall tomorrow. Mrs. Tricia, Molly,
Emily, Patrick, and the entire France family are in my prayers. I will always miss and love you Coach Kevin!
Maddie
October 2, 2008
Coach Kevin, you will always be in our memories and I will never forget when my friends and I would walk passed you, you would give us hugs, ask us how are we doing, and you would say hows your boyfriend even though I didn't have one.You would always be there for me, and when I was getting ready to leave you would always hug me and say have a good afternoon and I will see you tomorrow. Mrs. Tricia, Molly, Emily, Patrick, and the entire France family will be in my prayers. I love and miss you Coach Kevin!
Hailey
October 2, 2008
Coach Kevin, I will always remember you and how you would always stand by your door and when I would leave Mr. V 's room. You would give me a hug everyday. I will remember how you would say how you were my boyfriend. You will always be in my heart and in my memory. I love you Coach Kevin! Molly, Emily, Patrick, and Mrs. Tricia will always be in my prayers.
Karen Malehorn Primes
October 2, 2008
To the entire France family, you are in our thoughts and prayers . I just could not believe it when I heard the news. I attended K-F ( in Metairie) for 3 years and graduated in 1984! Mr. France was not only a super history teacher but he was also a great swim coach. Two things that I will never forget - "It's Good To Be The King" and he was the one that taught me how to do a "kick turn"!! Anyone who had him for a teacher, coach a mentor was very lucky and truely blessed. 1984
taylor kehoe
October 2, 2008
i love you and will miss you coach kevin
sorry for your loss france family
taylor kehoe (class of 08) i will miss you coach kevin
October 2, 2008
kevin france was like my second dad giving me hugs all the time, calling me his girl friend. we were actually 2nd cousins, i cryed so much when i found out and at the funiral. love and respect to the coach kevin his three kids and his wife. his three brothers kelly kyle kie france and his dad mr. france and the whole france family.
taylor kehoe
October 2, 2008
kevin france was like my second dad giving me hugs all the time, calling me his girl friend. we were actually 2nd cousins, i cryed so much when i found out and at the funiral. love and respect to the coach kevin his three kids and his wife. his three brothers kelly kyle kie france and his dad mr. france and the whole france family.
Delaney Hand
October 2, 2008
I am an 8th grader at Kehoe-France and although I was only blessed to have a few weeks of Coach Kevin's history classes I will miss him a lot. He had a huge presence. I will always miss hearing his keys jingle as he walked down the hallway, him giving me a high five or fist as I was leaving school everyday, and his amazing history class. I wasn't on the swim team or any other teams he coached and now I wish I had been. As Coach Kevin always said "Plan for the worst and hope for the best." I have his family in my prayers and I will never forget Coach Kevin.
Rick Parker
October 2, 2008
This is a tremendous loss for the France family and the students of Kehoe-France. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers in this time of grieving. On a personal level, this has been a very hard blow that I did not expect. However, it has made me reflective on my past at Kehoe-France and the time I spent with Kevin. One word describes his effect on me as a person and a teacher, inspiring. He inspired me to be a better student and a better writer. He challenged me in ways that my young mind was able to grasp on to. He made learning fun. He was the greatest teacher that I ever had, and I'm just not talking about History.
Rick Parker (Class of 1986)
Ashley White
October 2, 2008
Coach Kevin truly shaped the person I am today. Among many other things, he taught me the value of thinking for myself. He most certainly left his mark on this world, and touched many, many lives. My thoughts and prayers are with the France family.
Steven James '81
October 2, 2008
I will always have the fondest memories of Kevin France, the France family, and Kehoe France. My time there has shaped my life ever since. I am so saddened by your loss and pain. But I am also reminded of how grateful I am, to Kevin and to you all, for the good that you have done for so many.
Dawn Chambers Colon - Class of 1990
October 2, 2008
I know Coach Kevin inspired all of his students. He had a way about him that was strong. I always admired his strong passion for teaching. He inspired me to coach basketball after having played for him & the Lady Pioneers basketball team for 3 years. He used to always tell us "erase can't from your vocabulary!" And of course, "I'll dance at your wedding". I have been coaching girls basketball for Greenlawn Playground for the past 4 years. He made history class fun & interesting. I am in complete shock over this loss. He will truly be remembered for all of the lives he has touched. He was a big part of the Kehoe-France family which I am proud to be a part of. I spent 10 wonderful years of my life at Kehoe-France and owe it all to Coach Kevin. My heart and deepest condolences go out to Mrs. Betty, Mrs. Tricia, Molly, Emily, Patrick, Mr. France, Kyle, Kelly, Kie, and the rest of the France family. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for ya'll.
Jacob Tramontin '87-'95
October 2, 2008
Kehoe-France has given all who attended something special. I can't imagine growing up at a different school. It's hard to explain to those who did not have the privilege of attending how much love, dedication, and attention the Frances give to their students. Coach Kevin was an exceptionally kind, fun, funny, dedicated, and loving coach and teacher who will be missed by all lucky enough to have known him. He touched my life in a way that will not be forgotten. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of the France family during this difficult time.
Alison DeJarnette
October 2, 2008
My prayers and thoughts go out to the France family during your time of grief. Everyone who has ever met Coach Kevin has a story to tell and I find it touching and hope you do as well to read many of them on this site. Coach Kevin's enthusiasm for teaching and his caring personality obviously touched countless people, including myself, and his presense will certainly be missed!
Alison Herbert DeJarnette ('92)
Madeline Grace Brannon
October 2, 2008
When I think of Kehoe-France I automatically think of Coach Kevin("papa" to the class of 2006)
He was always there, no matter what. Tennis practice, swim practice, history class, lunch, recess, intermurals, you name it he was there. We could always count on him for whatever we needed, when I had a bad day the first person I would go to would be Coach Kevin he always found a way to cheer me up, whether it be from his extremely loud amazing high strong excited personality to his contagious smile and warm loving heart. He was a man of no comparison. He will be missed, and forever loved by his ever greatful students, whom he treated as one of his own children.
I love you Coach Kevin! You have no idea how much you have impacted my life!
pelin pelin
October 2, 2008
http://de.youtube.com/watch?v=wObXpg1Z18w
listen me too
thanks
Anjali Kulkarni
October 2, 2008
After teaching middle schoolers for two years, I have a deeper appreciation for how profound an impact Coach Kevin had on me. He taught me how to believe in myself, and for that, I will forever be indebted to him.
Mrs. Tricia and the France family: I am truly sorry for your loss. I hope that you find strength in the many students whose lives he changed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Aimee Souther
October 2, 2008
Kevin helped my son Stephen this past summer to overcome his fear of water and swimming, he was patient kind and encouraging. He was friendly and had a special gift with reaching children that are not always easy to reach. He and your family will continuously be in our prayers. God Bless.
Becky and Steve Giveans
October 2, 2008
We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family now.
Kirk Barrell (Class of '77/Pawnee)
October 2, 2008
I have so many fond memories of my Kehoe France school and camp experience. KF has provided solid foundations for thousands of kids. I will always remember Kevin for his abundant energy and passion. He walked fast and talked fast. He was always very engaged in what he was doing. It's great hearing from current students about the great impact that he made on so many young lives. My sympathy goes out to the entire France Family. Kevin's passion for coaching and teaching will be a great legacy of the school and camp.
Debbie Graham
October 2, 2008
Yesterday's service was so moving for me. I did not have the honor of having Kevin as a teacher as I was the class of '78 but my brother had Kevin as teacher and Coach and I would always hear those stories. Seeing "old" Mr. France today brought tears of heartache and joy at the same time. Everytime I see him, he tells me about something funny either me or one of my classmates did. He has an unbelievable memory. My daughter had the honor of attending the Northshore campus for 4 years and I still consider the Kehoe-France family my family as well. Seeing fellow classmates and reminiscing about what KF meant to us is truly a testiment about the legacy that KF will forever leave to this community.
May God bless the entire France family and may we all remember what a better place this is and better people we are for having the honor of knowing Kevin and the rest of the France family.
Debbie (Medina '78) Graham
Jennifer Hight
October 2, 2008
My thought and prayers go out to the France family. Kevin taught me all about the Civil War at Kehoe in the early 80's. He was the teacher that made me realize the importance of history. He was always kind, helpful, and inspirational. I will never forget him.
Bob Karlin
October 2, 2008
All of the family shall be in my thoughts and prayers. When first attending Loyola, Kevin and I were good friends and often played tennis together. We then went in different directions yet stayed friends. My childeren attended Kehoe-France and were blessed to have him as a teacher and friend.
Skip Murray
October 2, 2008
I'll remember Kevin as the glue that held our senior class (Sam Barthe Class '72) together. He was always upbeat, always organzing. He was always smiling. Even after so much time has passed, we will miss him.
Gail Bartlett
October 2, 2008
Kevin will be greatly missed and warmly remembered by the thousands whose lives he touched. He was a truly good man and a gifted educator, who inspired his students with a love of learning and encouraged them to not only seek knowledge, but also honor and truth. Although it has been over two decades since my three children, (Ted and Michael Butler and Kyle Kehoe), graduated from Kehoe France, they all credit him with being the teacher who most influenced them. I am forever grateful for the contributions that Kevin made to my children’s education and character, and will hold in my heart the many warm memories that I have of him. I send my deepest condolences to Frank and to the entire France and Kehoe families.
Susan Post Carter
October 2, 2008
Kevin France taught me to swim way back in 1971. He was my history teacher in Junior High. He was always so encouraging and enthusiastic and helped me believe in myself. He was at the heart of Kehoe-France and was such a big part of what makes it such a great school. He will be missed by many, many people whose lives he has touched. May God bless the entire Kehoe-France family in this difficult time.
Ali Siddiqui
October 2, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Shawn Bourgeois
October 2, 2008
Mr. Kevin France was my teacher, my coach on the swim team that won that year, as well as many years, and later...my friend.
He was always glad to see me, as he was always genuinely glad to see his students...as he always greeted us with a smile.
And, after I graduated, I would visit, and he would always be glad to see me...as with all other students.
And, we could always "pick up" where our conversation ended the last time or carry on as we normally did...
And I clearly remember his approach to teaching and knowledge of the subject matter...both were designed by him to engage his students as far as they were able to be engaged...
As many years as I attended school and camp, I must attribute my success in life to my experiences at Kehoe-France School and Camp; my developmental experiences and foundations would never have occured had my parents not recognized the value Mr. and Mrs. France placed on education and the overall growth of an individual.
My appreciation goes to "Big" Mr. France, Miss Pat, Miss Betty, Kelly, Kyle, and Kie and Mr. Rooney. Looking back, I would not trade those years for anything...I had so much fun and I learned so much.
I will always remember my interactions with Kevin. He is always going to be someone I will remember as being genuine and passionate toward his students' well being and education...he advocated for all of us.
My thoughts are with Tricia and Molly and Emily and Patrick...and his family.
Kate Di Martino
October 1, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the France family during this difficult time. Kevin France was the most inspiring teacher a child could ever have. He made us work very hard because he knew his students could handle it. As he was a great leader and teacher in the classroom he was also a great coach. I was privileged to be coached by Kevin as well as be his student and I will never forget the life lessons he bestowed on me in all the years I attended Kehoe-France. He made my time there memorable. He will be greatly missed. To your lovely wife and beatiful children, please stay strong in this hard time. I am in a unique position to understand what your going through now as my father passed away just two months ago, and it still feels like yesterday. Please stay strong as will I. Class of '95.
Courtney Finnan
October 1, 2008
To the entire France Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Kevin has been an inspiration to so many people, he was without a doubt one of the best teachers that I ever had. I pray that God will ease your suffering, so many people are praying for the same.
Sincerely,
Courtney Caver Finnan
Tasha Galan
October 1, 2008
Kevin was the glue that held Kehoe-France together. He played so many roles (teacher, counselor, coach, father, mentor, brother, son, husband, role model, care taker, friend, disciplinarian, motivator, etc..) He did so much for the school, students, and his family.
The images that come to mind when I think of Kevin was his kind-heartedness as he spoke to me when my family and I were going through a rough time. Then, there was this other energizer bunny side of him in the classroom and at his favorite sporting events. I can picture him now, teaching our class history, raising his voice with excitement and flailing his arms to make his point. I can also see him by the pool and in the gym yelling to the students to push them to finish, to improve, and to learn so that they could be better at the sports he so loved.
May each of you help to carry out his important different roles so his spirit will be carried on forever at home, in the classroom, at family affairs, and at his favorite sporting events.
Gene Billingsley Jr. ('80)
October 1, 2008
Well it was a tough day at Kevin's service today.
Having been taught by Kevin and the family for many years back in the 70's, my family and I have such fond memories. An incredible teacher, mentor and person.
We were fortunate to entrust our children to the France's as well.
Kyle was right - the France family is strong - all several thousand of us out here. God Bless.
Allison Denny-Barca,DVM
October 1, 2008
To Mr. France(the original),
Seeing you today was wonderful and heartbreaking all at once. I was there to support you and your family, but your words to me touched my very soul. It was as though my father was there again. I came to comfort you and you turned it into a cheering session for my success in life which is directly a result of you and my years at Kehoe-France. I thought I was all grown up, but you reduced me to a little girl again in seconds, once again waiting to receive my report card. You and your family mean more to me than I can express. I wish I could remove your pain. Please know that all of you have had A TREMENDOUS INFLUENCE on so many lives. What greater legacy can anyone possibly leave behind. Thank you so much.
heidi garcia
October 1, 2008
Dear France Family,
My mommy told me today about Coach Kevin. Coach Kevin is special to me because he taught me how to swim good. I will miss him very much next summer when I go to camp.
I will pray for all of you and especially for him.
All my love,
Heidi Michelle Garcia
daughter of Gretchen Seeger Garcia and Rickey Garcia
John & Jo Kirwin
October 1, 2008
To the friends, family, students, and faculty of Kehoe-France, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. For Trish, Molly, Emily, Patrick, Mr. France, Kelly, Keith, & Kyle, may you find comfort & solace in the love that we & your many friends send your way at this very difficult time. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Laine Bodin (Class of '96)
October 1, 2008
Coach Kevin, I will greatly miss you! Thank you for all you have done and for being such a great teacher/role model in my life. You helped shape me and so many others who went through Kehoe-France School. We loved you and always will.
To the France Family: My heart goes out to you. I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers along with Coach Kevin during this time of grieving and loss. May God Bless you all and may Kevin rest in his Eternal Peace.
Kelly Duhon
October 1, 2008
One of the things I loved most about Kevin was his ability to make every child feel like they were his favorite. I will miss him more than I can say.
Umar Raja Class of '99
October 1, 2008
I am so sad and filled with immense heartache to hear of the loss of a truly caring and loving individual. Coach Kevin will be truly missed. Its a privilege to have been his student and to have been coached by him while on the swim team. I will never forget all his helpful advice in troubling times and his enthusiasm for teaching. Who can forget about a teacher that let his students shave his head? Coach Kevin touched many people's lives and will always be remembered.
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