Sign up for service and obituary updates. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Kevin M. O'Connell of Medford, Massachusetts, who passed away on October 28, 2022, leaving to mourn family and friends. So I testified the way they wanted me to. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. [4][16] They had five children: Kenneth Jr., twins Kathleen and Kevin, Mark and Helen. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the San Diego Chapter of the ALS Association in Kevin's name- See more at: http://m.legacy.com/obituaries/sandiegouniontribune/obituary.aspx?n=&pid=165278996&referrer=0&preview=True#sthash.naaY156C.au6jaNbs.dpuf, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Kevin David O'Donnell, 73, of St. Petersburg, Florida, passed away peacefully Thursday afternoon, August 8, 2019 at Bay Pines VA Healthcare System under the care of hospice. The Honolulu Star-Advertiser March 3, 2023. Looking forward to sharing a beverage with you in heaven. The progressive degeneration of the motor neurons in ALS eventually leads to their death. Phone: (217) 222-3662 . While Kevin was relieved to have a diagnosis, reality quickly set in. He loved teaching and his fondest hope was that he had influenced young minds to love Spanish as much as he did. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. At one point Kevin said, They all know something and no one wants to tell me what is wrong.. Kevins wife Jodi and my mom quit their jobs to take care of him during the day. It may affect anyone, anywhere, and this is the form that afflicted Kevin. Funeral Mass Tuesday, June 11, St. Colman Church at 10 a.m. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery (Avon). Kevin enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson Softail Heritage Springer everywhere. He loved the color blue and shaking people's hands. (EVERYONE MEET AT CHURCH). Donations can be made in his name to a charity of your choosing. They have also lived in Saint Louis, MO and Tampa, FL. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. [7], On May 18, 1964, O'Donnell provided testimony to Norman Redlich and Arlen Specter, assistant counsel for the Warren Commission. Arrangements by Agra Cremation, Jersey City. Most recently, Kevin was the CEO and President of Crownair Aviation for 10 years. Discovery, the media conglomerate that also owns CNN. An icon of a paper envelope. NJ and Rosemary O'Shea of Westfield, NJ; and her grandchildren, Mollie, Liam, Tim, Daniel, Kevin, Nicholas, Ryan, Reese, Teagan, Grady and Keegan. Kevin was a Boy Scout and excelled in sports, especially in football at Pacific Palisades High School. Kevin J. ODonnell, 58, of Methuen passed away on May 7, 2015 as a result of a tragic motorcycle accident at the hands of an irresponsible impaired driver. The motor nerves that are affected by ALS are the neurons that provide voluntary movements and muscle control. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. [7][18] He remarried shortly after that to Asta Hanna Helga Steinfatt, a native of Germany. NEIL O'DONNELL OBITUARY. Share Your Memories and Sympathies and Join the Bereaved! Survived by his beloved wife, Cindy (nee Henry); his loving daughters, Caitlin and Rebecca; his . Kevin was the dear brother of Kenny ODonnell and his wife Janice of Francistown, NH, Keith ODonnell and his wife Denise of Somerville, Kerry ODonnell and his wife Kim Fuller of Woburn, Karen Fuller and her husband Kevin of Groton and brother in-law Ronnie LeRocque of Las Vegas, NV. Kevin worked for many years at Shore Educational Collaborative in Peabody. Skip to content. O'Donnell later worked in public relations from 1952 to 1957. Order by 3:00PMThe day before. Grief Support. If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. and Colby Bud ODonnell of Methuen. Both of his parents were Catholics of Irish descent. Create an Obituary. Please accept Echovita's sincere condolences. Hope Loves Company (HLC): Kevins wife formed HLC, the only non-profit in the U.S. that provides educational and emotional support for children with a parent or loved one battling ALS. My 30-year-old brother, Kevin O'Donnell, initially blamed "old age" and shrugged it off. I was a better person for having known him. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. There will be a private graveside service at the Georgetown I.O.O.F cemetery. He loved Detroit Sports, especially the Tigers, Red Wings, and the Lions, as well as, MSU Spartan basketball and football. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. Stretch Film Division. While the average survival time is three years, about 20% of people with ALS live five years, 10% will survive 10 years and 5% will live 20 years or more.5. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/163527969/kevin-joseph-o'donnell. Failed to report flower. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? Keiren ODonnell Dunfee, Senior Graphic Designer for national employee benefits broker Corporate Synergies, is an accomplished artist with a flair for turning ordinary projects into artistic endeavors that have won national awards. Thomas was born in Bayonne and resided there lifelong. He was born on January 3, 1947, in Warren, Ohio, to the late Floyd Harry O'Donnell and Marjorie . Kevin started life as the fourth son (out of five) born to Bill and Bea. . Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, USA, San Diego, San Diego County, California, USA. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Kevin O'Donnell (163527969)? TIA MALIKHA POSELY LARRY DONNELL SANDERFER 4525 PECKINPAUGH DR 4525 PECKINPAUGH DR . Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. Calling hours will be held at Clairemont Mortuary, 4266 Mt. Kevin is survived by his loving wife of fifty-three years, Frances (Savilonis) O'Donnell, three children, Kevin O'Donnell, Jr. of Florida, Sandra O'Donnell of Quincy, MA, and Kerri-Ann O'Donnell of Marblehead, MA, his sister, Elinore Burke of Salem, MA, his beloved dog, Guinness, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and great friends. O'DONNELL, Kevin F. Sr. Age 81, of Palm Bay, Florida (formerly a longtime resident of Billerica, MA), died suddenly in New Jersey on September 26, 2021. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. This memorial website was created in memory of Kevin O'Donnell, Jr. , 61, born on November 29, 1950 and passed away on November 7, 2012. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Menu. He learned to walk again after he had both knees replaced. Sympathy Ideas. Kevin Daniel ODonnell, aka 007 Kevin from Heaven, left this earthly place just in time to attend the Saint Patricks Day party being thrown by his brother, Tim, in Heaven. . MEMORIES & CONDOLENCES FOR . Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Kevin was born on May 28, 1962, in Lynn, the son of the late Francis "Frank" O'Donnell and Helen (Koutsos) O'Donnell. We are sad to announce that on March 24, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Kevin T. O'Donnell (Bath, New Brunswick). [18] At the request of O'Donnell's family, no cause of death was publicly announced. The phone number (610) 446-1605 is also used by Kathleen Odonnell, Vincent D Odonnell. Send Flowers. [8] O'Donnell stated that it was his impression that the shots fired at Kennedy came from the right rear. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. A feeding tube was necessary when choking became a threat. KEVIN O'DONNELL OBITUARY. You may leave a message for the family by clicking here. He was raised in Lynn. In his autobiography Counselor, Ted Sorensen, who served as special counsel to President Kennedy, claimed that O'Donnell polarized the JFK staff until it became two factions: the professional "politicians" and the academics (such as Sorensen and Arthur Schlesinger). Show your support. Dad of Kate, Kelly and Gaye and the men in their lives. She graduated from St. Patrick's High School in Fort William in 1945. The family will receive friends SUNDAY 1 - 4:30 PM at the A. RIPEPI & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY ROAD, MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS (WEST OF I-71). He was employed by Lantheus for thirty years as a radioactive medical technician. 2Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) Sign the Guest Book. From his heroics on the basketball court and . This browser does not support getting your location. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Planting will take place in Spring or Summer of the same year. He enjoyed collecting vintage acoustic guitars and loved buying and selling cars. Grade 12: Addison J. Aker, Rebecca R. Aleshire, Madalyn G. Anderson, Trevor J. Anderson, Juliette J. Berg, Maddex M. Biolo, Ethan T. Blohm, Isabella S.A. Blohm, Grant . Oops, something didn't work. [citation needed], In 1998, William Morrow & Co. published A Common Good: The Friendship of Robert F. Kennedy and Kenneth P. O'Donnell. Kevin O'Donnell, age 55, of Beverly, former longtime Lynn resident, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 27, 2017, at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers. Share Obituary. Age 57, of Scott Twp., on October 25, 2012. Kevin was a great guy. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Interment to follow at the Elmwood Cemetery of Methuen. [6], O'Donnell arranged President Kennedy's trip to Dallas in November 1963 and was in a car just behind the president's limousine when Kennedy was assassinated. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. Mayo Clinic, ALS Medications, ALS Therapies. However, he lost by 64,000 votes to Edward McCormack in a race that was much closer than the polls had predicted. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald Galley to pay them a last tribute. Kevin enjoyed a good joke and enjoyed having fun with his family at Sunday Dinners and holiday gatherings (especially St. Patricks Day) in his younger days. There are two types of ALS, sporadic and familial1. He was also a warrior. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. . He also coached basketball teams for all of his children. Kevin Christopher O'Donnell, of Round Rock, Texas passed away on November 30, 2021. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, The ALS Registry: Hope for Patients, Resources for Research ALS is age-related; most people find out they have it when they are between 55 and 75 years of age.2. BioSpace, ALS Patients Wait for Potential Cure O'DONNELL K E V I N O'DONNELL, father, husband, friend, civic leader, businessman and former Peace Corps Director, passed away at age 86 on Feb. 29 after a brief illness. He taught in numerous high schools all over central Texas. [6] In 1970, he made another attempt to win the Democratic nomination for governor, but finished fourth in a field of four Democrats, with just nine percent of the vote. Kevin was a loving father and husband who had a passion for the outdoors. May the sun shine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand. Kevin and Gail Barnsby. Family and friends were enlisted for everything from cooking and cleaning to physical therapy and personal care. [11] Responding in a telephone interview, O'Donnell said he testified truthfully and called the allegations "an absolute, outright lie. He had a continuous struggle with his type 2 diabetes. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. [20] O'Donnell's younger daughter, Helen, later attributed her father's death to alcoholism. His . Share Obituary. On the one hand, he was a get-up-and-go-to-work-in-a . Year should not be greater than current year. Let others know about your loved one's death. You were my life, my rock, best friend, husband,father of our children. RIP Kevin. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. [6] In 1952, O'Donnell and Robert Kennedy campaigned together to get John elected to the U.S. During peak periods such as Valentines Day, Memorial Day and most holidays, florists are not always able to keep up to demand. 781-599-3901 [7], Following graduation from Harvard, O'Donnell attended law school at Boston College from 195051. At the time of his death, Kevin was doing what he loved best, traveling with his beloved wife and best friend of fifty-three years, Frances "Franny" (Savilonis) O'Donnell. He brought Mr. Holt home and was instrumental in nursing him back to health several times. Arrangements are by Gabriels Funeral Chapel and Crematory of Georgetown. Mr. O'Donnell was a study in contrasts. Kevin loved listening to music, many times he would be found watching live music performances on the Palladia Channel. ObituaryKevin Joseph O'Donnell1957 - 2013O'Donnell, Kevin Joseph 05/25/1957 ~ 06/09/2013 SAN DIEGO -- Kevin Joseph O'Donnell, 56, of Scripps Ranch passed away peacefully at home with his wife at his side and surrounded by the love of his children on June 9, 2013. Try again later. 93% of people with the disease are Caucasian. Area Obituaries. May he rest in peace! You can then forward the email to the family or print it and give it to them personally. There are no calling hours. My 30-year-old brother, Kevin ODonnell, initially blamed old age and shrugged it off. My sincere condolences to Fran, Kevin & all of his family. He is predeceased by his mother, Wanda Fleming and sister Kathy LeRocque. He was more than a teacher in a classroom. Burial will follow the Mass in St. Mary Cemetery in Lynn. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, INFOGRAPHIC: Tips for Talking about Mental Health, QUIZ: Learn the Truth behind Mental Health Myths, Depression Screening is the First Step to Treatment, INFOGRAPHIC: Impact of Traumatic Brain Injury, Involuntary muscle twitches in the arm, leg, shoulder or tongue (also called fasciculations), Muscle weakness affecting an arm, a leg, neck or diaphragm. February 28 2023 10:22 AM. Most of all, he had a huge heart. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. Add to your scrapbook. Sadly missed by his loving family; sons Kevin and Michael, daughter Sarah, daughters-in-law Ruth and Melinda, grandchildren, Siobhan, Shannon, George, Eve and . Richard Milton passed away at his home on Sunday, October 4, 2020, with his family by his side. Coreless Stretch Film; Pre-Stretch Film; Hand Roll; Machine Roll; Jumbo Roll; Industrial Plastic Division. Life Story Memory Board He was a truck driver for Lilly Transpor-tation & Joshen . Later in life, Kevin retired to Palm Bay, Florida. Kevin is survived by his wife Susan E. Olson O'Donnell of Saint Cloud, FL, his daughter Kayla M. O'Donnell of Swanzey, NH, his son Ryan T. O'Donnell of Saint Cloud, FL, his mother, Marie T . O'DONNELL (Jack): . At Kevin's request, no services will be held. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Find an Obituary. Kevin was preceded in death by his parents, Barry and Clare O'Donnell. [7], Robert Kennedy's assassination in Los Angeles on June 5, 1968, was a more devastating blow to O'Donnell than the assassination of President Kennedy five years earlier. Liked by Kevin O'Donnell. age 88, of Lyndhurst, Ohio passed away Sunday June 6, 2021 with his son and daughter at his side. Please try again later. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. With voluntary muscle action progressively affected, the individual loses the ability to speak, eat, move and breathe. You have funeral questions, we have answers. Quick Facts Kevin's birth date was listed as 05.01.85. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Kevin M. O'Connell to pay them a last tribute. The family will have a celebration of life at a date and time to be arranged later. Send Flowers. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Note: These are general guidelines; some florists may not be able to operate within these timelines. Beloved husband to Vickie (nee Curtis) O'Donnell, devoted father to daughters Devin and Riane "Heavy Kevy" O'Donnell. Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. 1435 State Street. Soon, lifting his toddler daughter, tying his shoes and driving his car became real challenges. He progressed rapidly from a cane to a walker, and then a power wheelchair and a handicapped-accessible van. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. O'DONNELL, Kevin F. Sr. Age 81, of Palm Bay, Florida (formerly a longtime resident of Billerica, MA), died suddenly in New Jersey on September 26, 2021. So dearly loved by Anne. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Sign up for service and obituary updates. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 12:30 PM at the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home. Kenneth J. O'Donnell, Jr., a long-time resident of Lynn, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2017 at the age of 58. O'Donnell was born in Worcester, Massachusetts, and raised in Boston. Add a Memory. There was an error deleting this problem. Age 57, of Scott Twp., on October 25, 2012. Kevin was born February 19, 1946 in Port Chester, New York to Robert Brendan and Grace (Fullerton) O'Donnell and grew up in Tampa, Florida where he graduated from high . To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Kevin O'Donnell, age 55, of Beverly, former longtime Lynn resident, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 27, 2017, at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers. In the beginning, his ALS symptoms were easy to ignore: mild stiffness after a game of touch football, difficulty getting up after a fall on the slopes and problems climbing stairs. Sign Guest Book. Gregston, Marilyn G . David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. James O'Donnell Funeral Home, Inc. | (573) 221-8188 302 South 5th Street, Hannibal, MO 63401 He loved all the close friends that he had there, especially Dan Woods, Patricia Fitzgerald, Brish Alamirew and Jose Bueno. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store. My world stopped on September 26. Select this result to view Thomas Kevin Odonnell's phone number, address, and more. Donations in Kevins memory may be made to the MSPCA Angell Shelter, 350 South Huntington Ave. Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. He is joining both our fathers. She atte DAVID O'DONNELL OBITUARY. You will receive email notifications when changes are made to the online memorial, including when family and friends post to the Guestbook. Kevin was born in Paducah, Texas as Joseph Guadalupe Alvarado to Emilio and Vicenta Alvarado on December 16, 1955. To plant a tree in memory of Kevin O'Donnell, please visit. Send Flowers. Soon, lifting his toddler . Interment West Richfield Cemetery. Kevin is survived by his daughter Rachel and four granddaughters, Sage, Noelle, Maya, and Zohara, two brothers, Shawn (Jill) ODonnell, Michael (Laurie) ODonnell, and sister Bridget ODonnell. The Ferry Terminal Building O'Donnell Funeral Home, Lowell Massachusetts, MA, Professional Funeral Home, Award-Winning Funeral Director Obituaries Notices Saturday, 04 March 2023 Tel: 978-458-8768 September 28, 1950 March 17, 2022 Please enter your email and password to sign in. Kenny was raised and educated in Lynn. He later advised the President during the lead up to the Bay of Pigs invasion and during the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis. Kevin Christopher ODonnell, of Round Rock, Texas passed away on November 30, 2021. He liked going to McDonald's for a hamburger and a Coke. Camden, NJ 08103 Kevin aka "Heavy Kevy", age 59 of Williamstown, New Jersey passed away peacefully on March 12, 2020 surrounded by h KEVIN O'DONNELL OBITUARY. If you are having trouble, click Save Image As and rename the file to meet the character requirement and try again. As a young man, Kevin would love to go candlepin bowling with his family. for a gastrointestinal ailment brought on from the effects of alcoholism. BOSTON, Sept. 9 Kenneth P. O'Donnell, former aide and close adviser to President John F. Kennedy, died at 3:15 A.M. today in the intensive care unit of Boston's Beth Israel Hospital. His life expectancy would be two to five years. The third result is Thomas Kevin Odonnell age 70s in Minneapolis, MN in the Lowry Hill East neighborhood. . To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. Kevin was preceded in death by his parents, Barry and Clare O'Donnell. Kevin J. O'Donnell, 58, of Methuen passed away on May 7, 2015 as a result of a tragic motorcycle accident at the hands of an irresponsible impaired driver. When Kevin could no longer breathe on his own he made the decision to go on a ventilator. He was formerly employed as a grounds keeper for the Bayonne Public Works and 10 years with Campbell's Taxi. Ruth Marie O'Donnell was born August 20, 1927 in Port Arthur, Ontario, to Hazel P. (Kirwin) and Thomas Leonard O'Donnell. And that, for O'Donnell, was another way of asking: Will it help or hurt the country? Send Flowers: When Is the Ordering Deadline? The ALS Treatment and Assistance Act removed this regulation. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. "He was imprisoned, escaped, and emerged with the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal with Four Oak Leaf Clusters. A system error has occurred. Kevin Daniel O'Donnell, aka 007 Kevin from Heaven, left this earthly place just in time to attend the Saint Patrick's Day party being thrown by his brother, Tim, in Heaven. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. Thomas is related to Patrick O Donnell and Becky Odonnell Thurman. Kevin Daniel O'Donnell. San Diego Union-Tribune. Make a life-giving gesture He enjoyed playing the guitar and late in life taught himself to play the drums. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Chances are Kevin got to meet a lot of long lost family there, including his grandfather OD O'Donnell . Published by The Jersey Journal on Nov. 18, 2013. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. corpsyn.com. Obituary. McCarthy, who earlier pleaded guilty, was sentenced recently by Throughout my brothers journey, he never lost sight of how he could improve the lives of others diagnosed with this horrific disease. Kevin B. O'Donnell, 59, of Williamstown, a former chief lending officer at Greentree Mortgage Co. in Gibbsboro and a two-time Wing Bowl champion known as "Heavy Kevy," died Thursday, March 12, of kidney cancer at Samaritan Hospice in Voorhees. Hall of Fame pitcher Jim Catfish Hunter, Former U.S. Vice President Henry A. Wallace, NFL football players Steve Gleason and O.J. KEVIN O'DONNELL OBITUARY. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Sporadic, which is the most common form of the disease in the U.S., accounts for 90-95% of all cases. Kevin is preceded in death by his parents and his brothers Emilio and Frank. Born in Salem, MA on August 30, 1940, Kevin was the son of the late Edward O'Donnell and Elinore (Cashman) O'Donnell. Receive a notification when services are updated. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Among the attendees were former mayor of Boston John F. Collins, former Speaker of the House John William McCormack, and several members of the Kennedy family, including President Kennedy's widow, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.[22]. Kenneth Patrick O'Donnell[1] (March 4, 1924 September 9, 1977) was an American political consultant and the special assistant and appointments secretary to President John F. Kennedy from 1961 until Kennedy's assassination in November 1963. Kevin had many friends and was very proud of the accomplishments of his daughter and granddaughters. [7] O'Donnell then went on to serve as John Kennedy's unpaid political observer in Massachusetts,[6] until 1957, when he became assistant counsel to Senate Labor Rackets Committee, where he worked for Robert Kennedy, who had been appointed chief counsel of the Committee. KEVIN O'DONNELL . O'Donnell, Kevin Patrick 55, July 9, 2012, lifetime resident of the Southwest side of Chicago, of Clearing neighborhood, beloved son of the late John and Hannah Burkett O'Donnell; loving brother of Jo . When your purchase is complete, a post will be made on the tribute wall of the deceased signifying the planting of a memorial tree. Kathleen A. O'Donnell Obituary. Where a SERVICE WILL BE HELD AT 8 P.M. https://www.currentobituary.com/advancedsearch. Tribute will contact you if there are any issues. Find 344 people named Kevin O'donnell along with free Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok profiles on PeekYou - true people search. The doctors ruled out a brain tumor, spinal problems and autoimmune diseases. (Thats 15 new cases a day). Kevin was born on May 28, 1962, in Lynn, the son of the late Francis "Frank" O'Donnell and Helen (Koutsos) O'Donnell. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Sorensen also wrote that O'Donnell's antipathy towards him was so deep that in 1976/77 he worked to derail Sorensen's nomination as Director of Central Intelligence for Jimmy Carter. Joint Task Force Red Hill Commander Vice Admiral John Wade speaks with . They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. O'DONNELL (Jack): With sad but grateful hearts we say farewell to Jack. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. GREAT NEWS! [2] He was the son of Alice M. (Guerin) and Cleo Albert O'Donnell, who was the football coach at the College of the Holy Cross Crusaders for two decades, and later athletics director for all sports activities. There was a problem getting your location. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? It was impossible to categorize O'Donnell, as White House observers did with other staff members, as either a "hawk" or a "dove" on foreign policy, or a Stevenson liberal or Truman conservative on civil rights. Michael was born in Secaucus, New Jersey and was a life long resident of Bayonne. KEVIN O'DONNELL OBITUARY. Kevin was a kind man and often helped strangers even when he himself did not have the financial resources to comfortably do so.