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Michael J. Kass

1968 - 2019

Michael J. Kass obituary, 1968-2019, Bedford, NH

BORN

1968

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Smith & Heald Funeral Home

63 Elm Street

Milford, New Hampshire

Michael Kass Obituary

Michael "Mikki"/"Mik" J. Kass, 51, resident of Bedford, N.H., died on July 9, 2019, at his home.

He was born in Nashua, NH on February 29, 1968, a son of Kenneth A. and Helen "Pat" (Stevens) Kass of Chandler, Ariz. Mik was raised and educated in Milford, N.H., and graduated from Milford High School, Class of 1986. He made his home in Bedford for the past 18 years.

Mik served his community in Milford as a volunteer firefighter for many years, after which he served as a full time firefighter for the Nashua Fire Department, having retired after 24 years in 2016 as a Lieutenant.

Following his retirement, Mik owned and operated Silver Leaf Property Services LLC. Mik was not only proud of his service on the fire departments, but also of his service to his country as a veteran of the U.S. Air Force as a fire protection specialist.

He was a loving husband, a devoted father and son whose greatest joy came from spending time with his family or simply helping out a neighbor in need.

While living in Milford, he attended the First Congregational Church of Milford.

In addition to his parents, family members include his wife of 24 years, Marcia (Adams) Kass; his son, Mitchell Kass, both of Bedford, N.H.; two brothers and sisters-in-law, David and Catherine Kass of Durham, N.C., Kenneth P. and Jenny Kass of San Luis Obispo, Calif.; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Nathalie and Herbert Adams of Milford, N.H.; a brother-in-law, Ken Adams and his wife, Kris of Milford, N.H.; four nephews, Cameron Kass, Ken J. Kass, James Adams and Jeffrey Adams; and a niece, Caitlin Kass.

SERVICES: Visiting hours are on Monday, July 15, from 4-8 p.m. in the Smith & Heald Funeral Home, 63 Elm Street, Milford, NH. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at The First Congregational Church of Milford, 10 Union Street, Milford.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Milford Firemen's Association c/o Milford Fire Department, 39 School Street, Milford, NH, 03055 or Nashua Firemen's Relief Association, 70 E Hollis Street, Nashua, NH 03060-6307.

Arrangements are in the care of Smith & Heald Funeral Home, Milford. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please go to www.smith-heald.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Union Leader on Jul. 14, 2019.

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Daniel G Bennis

July 8, 2023

I served with Michael in the NH AIR NATIONAL GUARD at Pease Fire Department.
He was always cheerful.
RIP

DAN BENNIS

May 20, 2021

I know this is 2 years late as I found out of his passing just recently, but I had the privilege serving with Mikki in the NHANG Pease Fire Department. I hope he is at peace.

Valerie Danielson

August 12, 2019

So sorry to hear about Mikki's passing. We just found out and were very saddened. He was a amazingly generous and kind man.

Donald Kass

July 15, 2019

Marcia & Mitch, Ken & Pat, Ken Jr. David and Families... So heartbroken to hear about Mik. He was a wonderful guy who will be missed by many people he touched with his warm smile and friendly demeanor. God Bless to all of you.

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David Elsemore

July 14, 2019

So sorry to hear of Mikki's passing. Such fond childhood memories: walking home from school, playing bball, and just hanging out. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family.

Caron Gonthier

July 13, 2019

We are so happy that we came to know you, Marcia, and Mitch. We met through our sons' connection to USANC and we and they became fast friends. You were exceedingly generous to include Isaac in open gyms, and adventurous day trips with you and your family. We so enjoyed your visit last Saturday and sharing food at our home. Our hearts are heavy that you are gone, but our lives are richer because we knew your generous and caring heart and soul.

David, Caron, & Isaac

Ron Burns

July 13, 2019

Marcia, Mitch, Ken and Pat, So sorry to hear about Mik. Still remember the family get togethers when we were kids- Mik was funny, kind and patient. When he became a fire fighter it made perfects sense. My thoughts and prayers to your family

July 13, 2019

You were one of a kind Mikki, you will always be missed. Rest easy Brother, we'll take it from here.

July 12, 2019

Marcia, Uncle Ken, Aunt Pat and Mitchell,
We are heartbroken at your loss. Mik was such a kind sole. He will be missed. May he rest in peace. Prayers and sympathy to you all.

I have such fond memories of our visit in Vegas!

Maria and Steve Grabowski

Sheree Ginsburg-King

July 12, 2019

Ken,Pat,Marcia, Mitch and the rest of family,
I just got the word of the loss of (Mickey).
A few years ago Mickey and his family came to see my family up in Maine. Had so many laughs about when he was lil.
Great full for the memories. Hold on to them and hopefully it will bring a smile upon you face as he did with me.

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15

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Smith & Heald Funeral Home

63 Elm Street, Milford, NH 03055

Jul

16

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

The First Congregational Church of Milford

10 Union Street, Milford, NH

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63 Elm Street, Milford, NH 03055

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