Obituary of Kevin Richard Winchester

WINCHESTER: Kevin Richard

The family of Kevin Richard Winchester announce his passing on Monday, June 6^th, 2022, at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born on February 8^th, 1956, at the Saint John General Hospital, Kevin was the son of the late George and Emma Winchester (nee Hachey).

Kevin grew up on Churchill Boulevard. In his younger years, he worked for the City of Saint John as a caretaker of Shamrock Park, tending to the fields.  Kevin held community dances in the basement of St. Pius X Parish and was a coach in the Charlie Brown Baseball league based at Taylor Avenue ballpark. Kevin also worked for Elections New Brunswick in years past. He loved playing cards with friends and making a little money from a lucky hand, most especially from his late friend Peter Eatmon.

The family would like to thank Dr. Alana Cook and the Saint John Regional Hospital for the care and compassion shown to Kevin throughout his stay.

Kevin is survived by his family; Jack (Peggy), Carl, Wayne (Pat), Ruth Lavoie, Paul, Bruce (of Ontario), William (Nicola), Elaine, and Michael. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In addition to his parents, Kevin was predeceased by siblings Paul, Paulette, Gary, and Gayle.

Friends and family will be received at Brenan’s Funeral Home (634-7424), 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, on Monday, June 13^th, 2022, from 2-4 and 6-8pm, where a Funeral Liturgy will be held on Tuesday morning at 10am. Interment to follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Saint John.

Donations in Kevin’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.BrenansFH.com.