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Kyle Sheets Obituary
Born on March 27, 1979, in New London, he lived in Mystic for most of his life. He was employed with Masons Island Marina for several years.
Kyle had a passion for the open sea and loved to sail, especially with his father Russ. Kyle also enjoyed offshore tuna fishing. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Besides his father, he leaves a sister, Kelly Sheets of Santa Cruz, Calif.; his grandfather, Chester W. Sheets of Virginia; several aunts, Susan L. Sheets and Ann Tassey and her husband, Jeffrey, all of Virginia, and Carol Molitor of California; his maternal aunts and uncles, Ray and Debbie Hotchkiss and Gary and Carol Higgins all of Falls Village, Conn.; six cousins and numerous friends.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008, at the Mystic Funeral Home, Route 1, Mystic. A celebration of his life will be held Friday, Oct. 3, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be private.
The family invites you to visit www.mysticfuneralhome.com for an online message of condolence.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Edmunds Retreat Enders Island c/o the Kyle L. Sheets Memorial Fund, PO Box 399, Mystic CT 06355.
For those wishing to make a donation please have checks made payable to St. Edmunds Retreat.
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Bob Rossi Jr.
November 11, 2020
I was just thinking about Kyle and what a great guy he was. I know this is 12 years later, but I miss him. With all the awful stuff going on in the world, I was thinking we could use more people like Kyle Sheets. Genuinely good people, with big hearts. Kyle, if you can see us down here toiling about in Coronavirus world, please help us stay focused on the good things in life. We miss you buddy! See you on the other side!
Nikki
October 19, 2008
Kyle you will be truly missed. Someone who no matter what the situation was always had a smile on his face. I was lucky enough to be able to share a lot of great memories with Kyle. I Love you Kyle, rest in piece!!!
Alicia Winter
October 14, 2008
To Kyles family, I was with Kyle the night of the tragedy. We were playing pool down at John's- he let me win. I cant help but think that if I had went to grab something to eat with him like he wanted this never would have happened. I fell out of touch with Kyle the last few months, however got back in touch with him a couple of weeks before his passing. I at least got to talk to him or see him every day for those two weeks. My heart goes out to your family. As a good friend, he truly will be missed.
Victoria Scully-Power
October 12, 2008
I just heard the news of Kyle. I was in school with him since the first grade. I look back now and remember fun times we had as children. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this tragic time.
Rob Hughes
October 9, 2008
hey bro miss your kind smiles and your well wishes , and thanks 4 that twenty i didnt need it but you insisted, regardless you are a friend to miss. you are a good man that would certainly do 4 others and go without. my heart and my prayers are with you. thanks for sharing your kind soul. and you will 4 eva be missed. your a true smelly hippie . love you man
Carole McCarthy
October 4, 2008
My deepest sympathy to you on your heartbreaking loss. Kyle was just a wonderful boy who I remember well at SBB school.
kevin
October 3, 2008
my condolences to kyles family. I went tuna fishing with kyle a few times, he was a great mate and will surely be missed,
Don From Mystic
October 3, 2008
I was fortunate to know Kyle because of his job at Masons Island Marina. His knowledge related to boats was impressive by anyone’s standards, and he always displayed a feeling of confidence and pride in his work that all could envy. A quiet, unassuming, and extremely capable fellow who enjoyed more in life than most living twice his too short life . My condolences to his family. Kyle touched the lives of all that knew him.
Gina (Thompson) Sherman
October 3, 2008
Kelly and Russ,
There is nothing I can say that will express my sadness at Kyle's passing and the circumstances surrounding it. The last time I saw Kyle he talked about you, quick to share how much you both mean to him. I'll never forget his smile. The world is a sadder place. Love Gina
Andrea Simmons
October 2, 2008
My sympathy goes to Kyle's family. How sad and sudden. I just bumped into Kyle a few months back - hadn't seen him in probably 10 years. Glad we got to chat, he seemed happy.God bless his family.
Mary Williams
October 2, 2008
My prayers are with you, Kelly & Russell. I am so sorry for your loss. Kelly, I remember when you, your mother & Kyle were active at UBC. You & your family remain close in my thoughts.
Linda Cady
October 2, 2008
Dear Russ and Kelly,
I am so sorry for your loss. May Kyle rest in peace, and may you find the peace you need within yourselves.
Tiffany Fogg/Jones
October 2, 2008
Kelly,
Im so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. You are a very strong person. Bless you always.
someone who cares
October 1, 2008
Dear Family of Kyle,
I too did not know Kyle, but I read about his tragic death in the paper and wanted to let his family know I am so sorry for their loss. May the memories you have of Kyle make each passing day a little easier to get through. I believe, despite what happened to Kyle, that there are many more good people in the world in which we live than there are bad. At least I hope there is. I am one of them that wishes Kyle's friends and family comfort, peace, and hope. God Bless You All.
Diane Lafalce
October 1, 2008
Kelly & Russ,
We are so sorry for your loss. We know Kyle was a great Son and Brother. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Diane, Joe, Dana & Jennifer LaFalce
PETER MOORE
October 1, 2008
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, TO THE FAMILY OF MR.SHEETS-I NEVER GOT THE CHANCE TO MEET (KYLE) I DO HOWEVER, WORK WITH SOMEONE WHO KNOWS HIM WELL. I'M SIGNING THIS GUEST BOOK BECAUSE LIFE IS "TO-SHORT" AND IN THIS CASE MY ALL RESPONSABLE GET WHAT "GOD" HAVE FOR THEM ON THEIR DAY OF PEACE...GOD-BLESS KYLE HE WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY.(TOTAL STRANGER FROM NL) PETER MOORE-BERNIES OIL CO.
Sue and Steve Durham
October 1, 2008
Russ and Kelly, We were so shocked and saddend by the news of Kyle's passing. We have so many wonderful memories of Kyle growing up and the friendship he shared with our son Ryan. We can only imagine how you must hurt and we wish you strength to get through this terrible time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Holly
October 1, 2008
To Kyle's family:
I didn't know Kyle very well. We were in a few classes together in high school. I remember him as a private and quiet person. I just wanted to send my deepest condolences. May Kyle rest in peace.
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