DASHNEY, Kevin James Dashney -
APRIL 25, 1958 – AUGUST 24, 2023
Peacefully at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on Thursday August 24th, with his loving family by his side.
He is survived by his beloved and dedicated wife, Suzanne, his children Mark, Thomas (Emma) and Marisa (Tyler).
Dear son of Clare and the late Jim Dashney and son in law of Margaret Longauer.
Kevin will be sadly missed by his brother Stephen (Nancy), his brothers-in- law Lance, Steve (Nancy), Ray (Stacey) and Ted (Cathy).
Predeceased by his brother James. He will be lovingly remembered by his nieces and nephews; Ashley, Michael, Valerie(Bryan), Greg (Charlena), Julie, Daniel, Sean (Raquelle), Bridget, Maya, Nate, Joseph, Adam, his great nieces and nephews Kaiden, Abby, Katie, and especially Charlotte and Gemma whom he cherished; and by his extended family, especially his Aunt Edna, and his many loving and supportive close friends who were like family to him.
Kevin enjoyed his musical ministry especially leading his choir at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, entertaining seniors in retirement homes and performing for many community events. Kevin was also involved in many community choirs and musical theatre productions.
He was a dedicated teacher in the Catholic School Board for over 30 years, teaching both in elementary and secondary. He retired from Father Leo J. Austin CSS in 2015, where he taught religion, music and musical theatre. Kevin was a true mentor, inspiring his many students to pursue their love of music and the arts.
He was an avid sportsman in golf, cycling, hockey, kayaking and many other sports. Many thanks to the medical staff at Lakeridge Health Oshawa and the Durham Cancer Centre for their care and compassion over the last year.
Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West, Oshawa (905) 721-1234 on Monday August 28th from 2-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday August 29th at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 903 Giffard St Whitby.
For those unable to attend the service, please join the service via youtube and by searching St. John the Evangelist Whitby, and click on live to view the service.
Memorial donations to the Lakeridge Health Foundation Cancer Centre would be appreciated.
Fond memories may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com.
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