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Kevin Utter Obituary
Utica
Kevin C. Utter, 55, of 509 Second Street, Utica, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2009, due to injuries sustained from a motorcycle accident. He was born on January 26, 1954, in Rome, the son of Joseph and Lorraine Parker Utter. He was a graduate of Holland Patent High School. Kevin was employed by Dodge Graphics in Utica for several years, retiring due to disability. Mr. Utter had received two liver transplants in his life and became a spokesman on organ donation. Surviving are a sister and brother-in-law, Sharon and Chris Hansen, of Rome; six brothers and three sisters-in-law, Richard Utter, of Phoenix, AZ, Donald and Mary Ellen Utter, of Rome, Lawrence Utter, of Henderson, NV, Timothy and Barrie Utter, of Taberg, Keith Utter, of New Harmony, UT, and Bruce and Kalyne Utter, of Las Vegas, NV; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be at St. Peters Cemetery and will be announced at a later date. There are no calling hours. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Nunn and Harper Funeral Home, Inc., 418 N. George St., Rome. You may view the obituary and send a message of sympathy at www.nunnandharper.com.
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Maryanne Putnam
July 25, 2009
My sincere sympathy to Kevin's family in the death of Kevin... a truly wonderful person who fought so hard to live life... and what a life he lived.
Kevin came, for many years, to speak to my classes at NYM about organ donation and because of his good nature and willingness to share his story, I gained a dear friend. Thank you Kevin for touching my heart and the hearts of my students. I am glad you were doing what you so loved when God called you home. May He now shine his light upon you and may your "ride" be forever filled with peace.
Ron Mannella
July 21, 2009
"The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace" Numbers 6:24-26). We shall never forget you Kevin.
Ron
Staff @ Dr Tardugno's office
July 20, 2009
We were so sad to hear this...we loved Kevin!
Connie Cushman
July 20, 2009
Kevin used to sit behind us with his family at St. Peter's Church in Rome. I smile when I remember his sense of humor. What a nice man.
I am so sorry for your loss, and hope you have lots of happy memories to help you work through this tragedy.
Connie Cushman
Kalyne Utter
July 20, 2009
Oh Kev, I will miss you so much but find comfort knowing that you passed doing what brought you absolute joy...riding a Harley...maybe not Pearl...but a Harley. I know there's a reunion in Heaven with your Mother and Father. What is a sad time for us is a happy time for you and those who have gone on before you. I too will miss that one of a kind laugh. Till we meet again....I love you.
Kalyne Utter
July 20, 2009
Ok Kev, I will miss you so much but find comfort knowing that you passed doing what brought you absolute joy...riding a Harley...maybe not Pearl...but a Harley. I know there's a reunion in Heaven with your Mother and Father. What is a sad time for us is a happy time for you and those who have gone on before you. I too will miss that one of a kind laugh. Till we meet again....I love you.
Wendy Burdick
July 20, 2009
My family and I wish to extend our condolences to Kevin's family. He was a wonderful person. I worked with him for several years at Dodge. He also walked in our Diabetes walk for my grandson LB. So sorry for your loss.
Joseph Peters
July 20, 2009
I worked with Kevin for many years at Dodge Graphic Press. Without a doubt, Kevin was one of the best friends you could ever hope to have. Kevin, I'll miss your hardy laugh,and our Saturday morning breakfasts at the Marr-logg. Rest in peace my friend, I'll miss you very much.
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