Kevin Ross Greear of Castle Rock, passed away Feb. 12, 2009, in Vancouver. He was 49 years old.

He was born to Wesley Willard and Florence Irene (Tryon) Greear Nov. 12, 1959, in Longview. Kevin grew up in Kelso and graduated from Kelso High School in 1978. He lived in Castle Rock for the last 16 years.

On May 29, 1992, he married Marisa Halleck.

Kevin was a heavy equipment operator for J. H. Kelly. He liked motorcycle riding and racing, hunting, camping and spending time with his family and friends.

Kevin is survived by his wife, Marisa Greear; a son, Kyle Greear; three brothers, Harold, James and Dan Greear; five sisters, Sue Rothfus, Kathryn Bowers, Karen Nielson, Virginia Hopfe and Becky McDaniel; his father, Wes "Bud" Greear; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his mother.

A service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Father's House. Private burial will take place at Longview Memorial Park.

Memorial donations may be made to Father's House, 1315 Commerce Ave., Longview, WA 98632.

Steele Chapel at Longview Memorial Park & Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

Please sign the guest book at www.tdn.com/obits.

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Published by The Daily News on Feb. 18, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Kevin Greear

19 Entries

Rollie Wolk

February 12, 2021

Best guy ever. Miss you Kevin.

Holly Fraser (Greear)

March 6, 2009

Marisa & Kyle

I want you both to know that Our family is always going to be there for the both of you. Kevin was the best uncle ever. He taught me alot about life, and to never have regrets. you will always be in our thoughts and prayers.

Linda Redmill-Bargamento

February 26, 2009

Kevin was my classmate years ago & I remember him & his siblings as good people. May Ke Akua be with you always.

Bobbi & DuWayne Harrison

February 25, 2009

Our deepest condolences Marisa and Kyle. We were so terribly saddened to learn of Kevin's tragic fatal accident. This has to be such an incredible added pain to your hearts, after loosing both your parents, Marisa in the last year and a half. It's still so hard for us to believe that your Dad is gone and we miss him so. We're so glad you have your brothers and Kevin's family for support as you learn to cope with your loss.

Tom Balint

February 21, 2009

Marisa, Kyle, & the Greear family,

I am so sorry to hear about Kevin's tragic accident. Kevin and I were best friends in high school and many of the following years. Kevin was all that you would want in a best friend. He was a great person, athletic, funny and a cool guy. I have many fond memories with Kevin skiing, motorcycle riding, cruising, listening to AC/DC, and just hanging out. He was also the best man in my wedding for which I will never forget. I miss him terribly just thinking about all of those good times as I am sure you do too. Although we will all miss him, Kevin was the kind of person who left the "best" lifetime memories for us to remember him by for which I am most thankful.

My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

john/ nancy cole

February 20, 2009

marisa and kyle,
we are so sorry to hear of the horrible accident, John worked with kevin at united rentals. He was truly a great and considerate guy. He will be terribly missed by all that knew him.

Kirstyn Schreiner

February 19, 2009

Kyle,

I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I know we aren't good friends, but I know what it's like to lose someone you love. My dad and my grandpa passed away last year and although I don't know how you are feeling, I know it was a hard time for me. I didn't know your dad, but I'm sure he was a great guy, and my thoughts are with you.

KELLY KENNEDY

February 19, 2009

MARISA & KYLE
KEVIN WILL BE VERY MISSED HE IS FOREVER IMBEDDED INTO OUR HEARTS AND MEMORIES . SADNEST COMES TO US ALL IN MANY FORMS . LOVE AND GREAT MEMORIES WILL HELP EASE SOME PAIN.I GREW UP WITH KEVIN AND HIS FAMLY LIVED UP THE HILL.I SPENT A LOT OF GOOD TIMES THERE GROWING UP. KEVIN WILL BE ON MY MIND AND IN MY HEART FOREVER. PLAYING BASEBALL IN THE YOUNGER YEARS TO RIDING BIKES DOWN THE STEEP HILL. THROUGH SCHOOL AND LONG MOTORCYLE RIDES.MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND THE WHOLE FAMILY . [SPECIAL PRAYERS]

Mark, Judy & Chad Howard

February 19, 2009

Marisa & Kyle,

We are very sorry to hear of this unfortunate accident. The times we have spent with your family at Cat Creek will always be in our memories. It is no doubt Kevin will be missed by all that know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mark, Judy and Chad

Ana Smith.

February 18, 2009

Don't know this family, but I've seen Kyle (son) around school. How terrible to lose your father. I couldn't imagine having to take on something as huge as this. You're a strong young man, and I believe you will get through this. It will take time, and many prayers. Your daddy will never be forgotten.

:)

The Hogue Family ( Brian, Kim, Briana, and Zane)

February 18, 2009

Marisa and Kyle

We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Kevin. Since we have moved we have not seen much of him, yet we tell many people of his neighborhood antics. He will be missed my many. Please know that you are both in our thoughts and prayers.

Mark Thomas

February 18, 2009

I would like to extend my condolences to Marissa & Kyle. Although I didn't have the pleasure to meet you, I did know Kevin. Kevin was a great friend & he will be missed.

Gail Matero

February 18, 2009

Marissa, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. You are in my prayers, I pray for peace and comfort to you and your children.

JoAnne Booth

February 18, 2009

Dear Marisa and family--
We just want you to know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of your many friends and co-workers at Lower Columbia College.
You have been through a lot, and we will do whatever we can to help you through this.

Jim, Renee, Alex and Carter Anderson

February 18, 2009

Marisa & Kyle,

Our hearts go out to you both. Jim said the other day "There was a time when if you saw Kevin I wasn't far behind." I would see Kevin at the races with Kyle, He was proud to watch him race. Kevin was a wonderful father, Kyle will grow up to be a wonderful man because of Kevin. He will be missed!

Des, Tom, Joe and Evan

February 18, 2009

Greear family,
You are in our thoughts as you search for strength in the days ahead. Our son Evan has been on several rides with Kevin, Kyle, and Adam. We are all very sad to hear of your loss. Thinking of you,
The Plamondon Family

Sherri' Taylor-Miller

February 18, 2009

Marisa & Kyle:
I am so saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. He was such a wonderful man! I remember when Dan and I were up at Packwood and you guys showed up there at the same time way out in the boonies!! Kevin of coarse was up riding the bikes! He was such a fun person and a wonderful dad! He will be truly missed by all! God be with you in this difficult time! Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys!
Sherri' & Dan Taylor & Cody Miller

rollie, charity and justin wolk

February 18, 2009

marisa and kyle,

i am so sorry to hear about kevin and would literally do anything to turn back the clock and stop this accident, i have told many people over the years how kevin was so concerned about others and would always go out of his way to make me and my family feel welcome on our camping trips to cat creek, i wish i would have told kevin directly. anyways i know that things will look up for you guys maybe slowly but definently surely. so my prayers are with you guys.

best regards
rollie, charity and justin wolk

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