Kevin Thomas, (1952 - 2016) - ForeverMissed.com Online Memorials

Let the memory of Kevin be with us forever

64 years old
Born on July 13, 1952
Passed away on October 27, 2016

This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Kevin Monroe Thomas, 64, born on July 13, 1952 and passed away on October 27, 2016.

Despite excellent care from the hospital, deep love from his partner Margie Fine, his family and dear friends, the onset of a massive infection sent him into sepsis from which he never recovered. Kevin was a loving son of Carol and Laura Thomas, father to Stephen and Lissie, brother of Paul and late sister Marla. Kevin loved singing with Park Slope singers, was the director of a Meet-Up Divorce support group, dedicated board member of the Parris Foundation and his coop.

In June, 2016 he became Senior Business Analyst at Weil Cornell Medicine. He was also a professional deejay and photographer who took enormous pleasure in sharing his talents with those he loved and believed in.

Kevin was an extraordinarily ethical and generous man—a mensch--with a strong belief in fairness and social justice. He was an incredible intellect who exemplified the power and beauty of logical reasoning, mathematics, programming and problem-solving. And did he love music!

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In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to The Parris Foundation which is a Harlem-based community program promoting educational opportunities and fostering awareness in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM): S.T.E.M.ulating minds and magnifying dreams through scholarship and community outreach. http://www.stemulatingminds. org/

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October 28, 2016

Brittney Land

Everyone I've ever known is part of who I am. Some people gave me hard edges when I'm already sharp in too many ways. I'm grateful to those who have softened me, or made me more prone to smile, or challenged my self doubts, or taught me what I didn't know I should know, or helped me see the good in others, even if they didn't seem to deserve it. Kevin Thomas did all of these things. I'm profoundly honored to have known him.

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October 28, 2016

Bob Saffell

Like many others I'm having a hard time processing Kevin's passing. Like many others have said, he made quite a mark on my life. Not just work life. Go in peace brother.

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October 28, 2016

Venkatesh Iyengar

RIP Kevin Thomas - you have been a mentor to many including me!

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October 28, 2016

Stephanie Bond

No one took care of Marjorie like you did. We will do our best to make you proud. Rest now Kevin Thomas. Rest.

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October 28, 2016

Gretta Keene

Feeling shocked and so so sad. A sweet, life-filled, enthusiastic, curious, exuberant, generous, loving friend was suddenly struck ill on Monday night and by Thursday was gone. Kevin Thomas leaves an indelible image on those he loved and for those who loved him. Sending waves of love to his family and friends. Here he is, at our wedding, doing one of the things he loved to do - take pictures of people. Bill Murray and I will miss you, Kevin.

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October 28, 2016

Gretta Keene

Kevin Thomas Where ever you are - I am sure you will be encouraging others to "dance!"

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October 28, 2016

Veronica Dodge

I'm heartbroken at Kevin Thomas' passing. I'll remember his brilliance, wisdom and curiosity, but most of all his relentless kindness and his reminders that dancing is required. Rest in peace Kevin. I'm honored to have known you, and a better person for it.

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October 28, 2016

Deborah Pavek

My heart is broken. RIP Kevin Thomas I haven't processed this yet. Much love & peace, my friend

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October 28, 2016

Wayne Werner

Kevin was larger than life and well loved. He made everyone feel important, useful and respected. He was a relentless force for love and civility. I can't say enough about what a great friend he was and how glad I am that our friendship, love and respect were mutual.

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October 28, 2016

Paul Thomas

I am truly overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support from my family and friends from far and wide. It's also amazing to read so many poignant remembrances from Kevin Thomas friends and colleagues, most of whom I have never met. Reading these thoughts and anecdotes (and I am doing my best to read them all) has been an intensely emotional experience and I thank you all.

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October 28, 2016

I am overcome with sadness to hear of Kevin's passing. I've never seen Margie as happy as when she was with him. He made me laugh, took beautiful photographs, and was always easy to be with. He will be missed by many, including me.

October 28, 2016

My partner, Tommy Smith, was Kevin's childhood friend, a childhood that took both of them to several foreign parts of the world. Tommy had not seen him for many years when Kevin paid us a visit in Seattle. I recognized him as a golden soul when I saw how he hugged Tommy. Tommy was famous as the best hugger in the world, but Kevin was his equal on this occasion. He never showed us anything but love.

October 28, 2016

Kevin started at Yale while I was a graduate student in CS. He was so devoted to computers that we would sometimes arrive in the morning to find him asleep with his head on a computer keyboard, having stayed in the machine room all night. He was always of communicable good humor and it was a pleasure to interact with him.

October 28, 2016

Everyone knew Kevin Thomas in many different areas of life and relationships and we knew him as the organizer of the NYC DSG group. He made the time he organized the group a pleasure for us. During his time as leader, it was always easy to work with the group -- he was always responsive, thoughtful, insightful, kind and always an extra special man who took the time to email and thank all the guest speakers each and every time we had an event together. It is those small touches that make the difference between someone good to work with and someone who is plain and simply GOOD. He made many nights of group events better with his soothing and calm presence as a leader. He never just showed up -- he always gave his all at the events. May he rest in peace and may his family and friends find some small comfort from knowing how many different people he helped in many ways.

October 28, 2016

All too often we are reminded that life can change literally in the blink of an eye, and that is all too real for me right now.. Kevin was a great man full of such life and so many talents (singing, music, photography, computers.. who also happened to be on the right side of politics). His loss is incomprehensible to me right now. I am sorry that I had little contact with him since I left NY, though he was kind enough to come to both my going-away party in NY and my housewarming when I first moved to NJ. I have fond memories of those events, of singing with him for years in the Park Slope Singers, and of raising the roof at his annual Ruckus party. My deepest condolences to his family. His loss will truly be felt by many.

October 28, 2016

Kevin was one of the most generous men I have met. He was kind and so compassionate, even when, and especially when, behind the camera. He took care to make the subject of his photo comfortable and relaxed. A true art. And I think about Kevin as Margie's partner, her loving and ever-present partner. He took such good care of our girl....he will be missed. Terribly.

October 28, 2016

Sharing the deep sadness about the tragic loss of Kevin Thomas. Not only did he bring Margie joy, he was himself, whether being at perfect ease during Margie's "women's Seder" or when he was behind the camera. Sending love to all of his family and to Margie who had found such a lovely light in Kevin.

October 28, 2016

I knew Kevin mostly through the times I spent with he and Margie at Gara and Lisa's summer cottage. He was a kind, generous man, to me, to everyone, and most importantly, to the incomparable Margie.

October 28, 2016

Heaven - Patrick Phillips

It will be the past
and we’ll live there together
Not as it was to live
But as it is remembered
It will be the past.
We’ll all go back together.
Everyone we ever loved,
And lost, and must remember.
It will be the past.
And it will last forever.

Forever, Kevin, in Margie, your family, and all of us who knew you.

October 28, 2016

Pamela Wheaton

Dear dancing friend Kevin Thomas. Gone way too soon. We shall have to have a Ruckus in your honor and memory. Who's in? All love and condolences to Lizzie and Stephen and the family. RIP dear friend.

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October 28, 2016

Shona C

Kevin Thomas taken way way too soon. Took such amazing care of Margie and loved her deeply. We will all continue doing that too. Rest in love.

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October 28, 2016

I didn't know you well enough or long enough, but you were such a welcome part of our family from the beginning. You made my aunt Margie and so many people so happy. You were so incredibly loving and loved. I'll miss your enthusiasm for life, and I hope I can see life as the adventure that you did.

October 28, 2016

I met Kevin when my life was in disarray. I had just begun a divorce and felt adrift. Walking into a room full of strangers I felt even more alone as I struggled to have courage to seek others that shared my pain. Suddenly from the corner of my eye I saw a beacon that instantly walked to me. Kevin had that god given sense. He immediately made me feel welcome, and genuinely cared for. While I did not know him that well, I now know he was that way for all. My condolences to his Partner and Family. Rest Easy my Friend Kevin, for your compassion was not in vain. You will soar above in the heavens, and forever be remembered

October 28, 2016

Catherine Lerza

Kevin Thomas died today. Kevin was the beloved partner of Marjorie Fine and, while I never met him, I loved him because of the way he was in relationship with my wonderful friend and Taurus sister. He was there for her, and his family, in every way, from the small details of life like making sure there is milk in the fridge to the big things like unconditional love. He never flagged in his commitment to Margie and she loved him with her whole gigantic heart. Please send your prayers and love to Margie, to Kevin's children and family, and to the many many people who loved him. Kevin Thomas, rest in power and love.

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October 28, 2016

Mary Sobecki

I only met this man a handful of times, but that was enough to know what a kind, caring, authentic person Kevin Thomas was. I also know that he loved Marjorie Fine in a way that is beyond description...and that really is all I needed to know. Such a good guy...gone way too soon.

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October 28, 2016

Fureya Istanbul

We lost my dear friend, Kevin today. This was sudden; unexpected and devastating for all of us. We are going to miss Kevin terribly.
Marjorie our prayers are with you and your family.

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October 28, 2016

Brad Lander

Just devastating to hear about the brutally untimely loss of Kevin Thomas, a real mensch, as Gara LaMarche rightly notes, taken far too soon. Sending love and prayers for strength in the face of this impossible loss to his family and all those who are grieving and especially Marjorie Fine, with whom he made such a beautiful and powerful and loving team. May his memory be for a blessing.

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October 28, 2016

Iva Kaufman

Life is short, love to Marjorie Fine and may her dear partner rest in peace

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October 28, 2016

Gara LaMarche

Our friend Kevin Thomas, who died this afternoon after a sudden illness, was a fine man -- a true mensch -- and one of many talents. He was an avid photographer with a great eye, an inspired DJ, a tech whiz, and a terrific member of a choir. He was father to two wonderful children and a devoted son. But what meant the most to Lisa and me, in the few years we knew Kevin, was how much he adored and supported his life partner, our beloved Marjorie Fine. Their life together was far too short, but their love and example is deep, strong and enduring. We will miss Kevin very much and come together with Margie's legion of friends to form a circle of caring for her, always.

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October 28, 2016

Ronni Shustak Shapiro

My thoughts and prayers go out to Marjorie Fine and to Kevin Thomas' family. Kevin was taken way too early. He will be greatly missed by our DSG family...may he Rest In Peace

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July 13, 2022

I was a graduate student in Yale CS 1972-1975, when Kevin was an undergraduate. He all loved him, and no one was more dedicated. I clearly remember on several occasions showing up at the terminal room to find it empty except for Kevin sleeping with his head next to the keyboard because he had been working all night. He was friendly and engaging, which I still remember 50 years on.

July 13, 2020

Always smiling. Taking such good care of Margie when she had her surgery and then in rehab. SEnding us all updates. So caring. Margie - he adored you.
xxoo

October 27, 2019

Thinking of Kevin today. Remembering our lunch with Margie in the village the last time we saw him. Carrying cameras and lenses, taking pictures, adoring Margie, warm, engaging. A mensch.

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