Kevin William O’Hara, age 65.
Kevin William O’Hara, age 65 of Owego, passed into the loving arms of Jesus at Guthrie CCU with his family by his side. He fought a courageous battle against multiple medical problems for several months.
Kevin was predeceased by his parents Margaret and William O’Hara and his brother, Andrew James O’Hara. He was a proud and loving father to his sons, Jason O’Hara, Corpus Christi, Texas; Jeremy and his wife Karen, of Nichols, N.Y.; and their dog, Sugar.
Kevin was a faithful brother to Sandra (Robert) Watts, Endicott; Sharon (Charles) Yaple, Marathon; Sherry Wicklund, Owego; and William O’Hara, Owego.
Kevin was a loving uncle to Matthew (Bridget) Yaple, Jessica (Andrew) Hodel, Chad O’Hara, Kyle (Kristina) Wicklund, Kristie Wicklund and Phil McBride, and David (Kristen) Watts; several great nieces and nephews; and many cousins and dear friends.
Kevin graduated from Owego Free Academy, Class of 1967, served in the U.S. Army and then worked with his parents in the family business, O’Hara’s Quality Foods.
Kevin was a New York Mets fan, even though most of the family are Yankee’s fans. He loved to rub it in when the Yankees lost. He also was a devoted New York Giants fan.
Kevin loved time with family. He made them laugh telling corny jokes and funny stories. He enjoyed an occasional trip to Tioga Downs and betting on the horses. He loved the beach and sitting in the sun.
The family would like to thank Dr. Shawn Divine and the staff in ICU/CCU at the Guthrie Medical Center for their wonderful care and support, and Rev. Michael Hughes for his visits during the week and for giving them spiritual guidance as Kevin began his journey home.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, June 16, 2015 at the Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home in Owego. A burial followed in the Tioga Cemetery. The family received friends on Tuesday prior to the services at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made in Kevin W. O’Hara’s memory to the Owego Fire/Emergency Squad, P.O. Box 22, Owego, N.Y. 13827 or Tioga County Rural Ministry, 143 North Ave., Owego, N.Y. 13827.
Condolences may be made to Kevin’s family at www.emfaheyfuneralhome.com.
