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Kevin Ambrose Svarczkopf
November 8, 1951 ~ January 30, 2016 (age 64) 64 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Herbie Poe, so sad
on May 31, 2016 10:57 AM
A candle was lit by Nichole
on February 14, 2016 10:22 AM
Message from Shane Svarczkopf
February 8, 2016 12:18 PM
I am honored to be the son of such a wonderful man.
I know each of you here had your own relationship with my Dad. Each of you has your own set of memories. I don’t presume to know the man that you knew. But I'm sure that we will agree that he was one of the most kind, gentle, strong and loving men we have ever know.
This week as I went through pictures I stopped at one where my nephew Tristan was on dads back in the pool. It took me back to one of my favorite memories as a kid when I would riding on dads back as he would swim under the water from one end of the pool to the other. He would also have me jump off his shoulders and flip me in the air into the water. He was always up to have fun and play. His brute strength just made it that much more amazing.
I also love the memories we made the year I lived with dad in St. Croix. We would go diving on a weekly basis and have such a great time together. This is when dad and I really became best friends.
Dad brought me up in a loving, fun and faith filled home. He was a great role model and as I grew up I always watched my dad closely. What I noticed was a man that loved his family unconditionally. A man who would work hard to provide for that family and A man who loved his peanut butter, ice cream and movies. There was nothing better than sitting down with dad to watch a movie with a large spoonful of peanut butter and a heaping pile of ice cream.
Dad had an unreal variety of skills. He could do everything from plumb a house, to re-wire an electrical panel, to build a deck over a cliff or run a company. It seemed like any task you put in front of him he took it on with a smile and made it look easy.
I always wanted to please my dad and be like him. It was easy because we are so much alike. I'm so happy that many of his traits and skills were passed down to me. I'm blessed to have his temperament. He was always so calm. That being said he did have a breaking point and when it was reached he could become a little scary.
One physical trait that missed me were his hulk like calves. I'll never forget one day he was on a ladder and got up on his tippy toes. Those calves of his were massive. There isn't a body builder out there that has better.
My whole life I feel like every bit of my success had in some way been influenced by him. When computers first came out he loved them. He would teach me how to use them. This lead into my first carrier where I was easily able to get an IT job with just the skills he had taught me. This love of technology stayed with dad his whole life. He always had the neatest toys.
I also learned so much from dad about being handy around the house. I never saw my dad hire anyone to build or fix anything. If something needed to be fixed he spent the money he would have spent on the repairman on tools. He would always show me what he was doing and taught me how to do things for myself. He has the same love of tools that I have. We always love finding that new and cool tool. Once again his wisdom stuck with me and when I was ready to make a career change into the remodeling industry his influence was felt once again. Not only was I able to rely on his teachings but just a few years after Billy and I started our remodeling company dad and mom moved up from St. Croix and helped us grow our company. Dad started to work with us and instantly took on many roles. One day he would be installing cabinets, the next day paying bills and the next designing an Excel spreadsheet. There wasn't a task we asked of him that was too small or too big. A great memory I have of working with dad was when customers knew I worked with my brother and I would show up with dad and they would think dad was Billy. The smile he would get when they thought he was my brother was priceless.
As you can see he has had a major role in the way I turned out. He gave me such a great example to live my life by and I was blessed to be able to be around him on a daily basis in these final years..
For those of you that don't know. My son was named Kevin after my father. I'm so happy that I will have this constant reminder of dad and I invite you to think of one of your favorite memories of dad. I hope every time you hear or say Little Kevin's name that loving memory of dad enters your mind.
I want to finish up by letting you all know that from a young age dad taught me that families can be eternal. That we will all be together one day in a happy and beautiful place and that there won't be any sickness or pain. Our father in heaven gave us free agency so that we may progress while here on earth. We are here to experience pain so that we may know joy. This deep pain that is felt now will only make our reunion with dad that much more joyful.
Our heavenly father has a plan for us and I know that he truly loves each and every one of you. I believe our father in heaven needed dad at this time and his passing was a blessing. He was spared the pain and agonizing symptoms that come with Cancer. We may not have gotten the chance to say goodbye but when you look at it as an eternity this is just going to be a short time we are apart.
I am so proud to call you my dad. You are my hero. I miss you so much already.
Good-bye dad.... I Love You!!!
I know each of you here had your own relationship with my Dad. Each of you has your own set of memories. I don’t presume to know the man that you knew. But I'm sure that we will agree that he was one of the most kind, gentle, strong and loving men we have ever know.
This week as I went through pictures I stopped at one where my nephew Tristan was on dads back in the pool. It took me back to one of my favorite memories as a kid when I would riding on dads back as he would swim under the water from one end of the pool to the other. He would also have me jump off his shoulders and flip me in the air into the water. He was always up to have fun and play. His brute strength just made it that much more amazing.
I also love the memories we made the year I lived with dad in St. Croix. We would go diving on a weekly basis and have such a great time together. This is when dad and I really became best friends.
Dad brought me up in a loving, fun and faith filled home. He was a great role model and as I grew up I always watched my dad closely. What I noticed was a man that loved his family unconditionally. A man who would work hard to provide for that family and A man who loved his peanut butter, ice cream and movies. There was nothing better than sitting down with dad to watch a movie with a large spoonful of peanut butter and a heaping pile of ice cream.
Dad had an unreal variety of skills. He could do everything from plumb a house, to re-wire an electrical panel, to build a deck over a cliff or run a company. It seemed like any task you put in front of him he took it on with a smile and made it look easy.
I always wanted to please my dad and be like him. It was easy because we are so much alike. I'm so happy that many of his traits and skills were passed down to me. I'm blessed to have his temperament. He was always so calm. That being said he did have a breaking point and when it was reached he could become a little scary.
One physical trait that missed me were his hulk like calves. I'll never forget one day he was on a ladder and got up on his tippy toes. Those calves of his were massive. There isn't a body builder out there that has better.
My whole life I feel like every bit of my success had in some way been influenced by him. When computers first came out he loved them. He would teach me how to use them. This lead into my first carrier where I was easily able to get an IT job with just the skills he had taught me. This love of technology stayed with dad his whole life. He always had the neatest toys.
I also learned so much from dad about being handy around the house. I never saw my dad hire anyone to build or fix anything. If something needed to be fixed he spent the money he would have spent on the repairman on tools. He would always show me what he was doing and taught me how to do things for myself. He has the same love of tools that I have. We always love finding that new and cool tool. Once again his wisdom stuck with me and when I was ready to make a career change into the remodeling industry his influence was felt once again. Not only was I able to rely on his teachings but just a few years after Billy and I started our remodeling company dad and mom moved up from St. Croix and helped us grow our company. Dad started to work with us and instantly took on many roles. One day he would be installing cabinets, the next day paying bills and the next designing an Excel spreadsheet. There wasn't a task we asked of him that was too small or too big. A great memory I have of working with dad was when customers knew I worked with my brother and I would show up with dad and they would think dad was Billy. The smile he would get when they thought he was my brother was priceless.
As you can see he has had a major role in the way I turned out. He gave me such a great example to live my life by and I was blessed to be able to be around him on a daily basis in these final years..
For those of you that don't know. My son was named Kevin after my father. I'm so happy that I will have this constant reminder of dad and I invite you to think of one of your favorite memories of dad. I hope every time you hear or say Little Kevin's name that loving memory of dad enters your mind.
I want to finish up by letting you all know that from a young age dad taught me that families can be eternal. That we will all be together one day in a happy and beautiful place and that there won't be any sickness or pain. Our father in heaven gave us free agency so that we may progress while here on earth. We are here to experience pain so that we may know joy. This deep pain that is felt now will only make our reunion with dad that much more joyful.
Our heavenly father has a plan for us and I know that he truly loves each and every one of you. I believe our father in heaven needed dad at this time and his passing was a blessing. He was spared the pain and agonizing symptoms that come with Cancer. We may not have gotten the chance to say goodbye but when you look at it as an eternity this is just going to be a short time we are apart.
I am so proud to call you my dad. You are my hero. I miss you so much already.
Good-bye dad.... I Love You!!!
Message from Lloyd Prince
February 9, 2016 4:12 PM
Shane, thank you for sharing your memories. Your Dad was a special friend. I am not sure if it was a coincidence or not when I had a sudden hankering for his special recipe Pain Killer on that Saturday afternoon. I even tried to get the bartender to make one from Kevin's recipe that I keep in notes on my phone, but alas, it was designed for making a gallon or two. It wasn't until Lisa called me last Tuesday did I realize the significance of the experience. Cherish those memories. Peace.
A candle was lit by Shane Svarczkopf
on February 8, 2016 12:17 PM
A candle was lit by Diane and Skip Sasser, Tybee Island, GA
on February 6, 2016 12:13 PM
A candle was lit by Donald and Marie Bishop
on February 5, 2016 10:19 PM
Message from Kim Nashif
February 4, 2016 11:03 PM
Some of the best memories of my childhood include Kevin and the cousins at our grandparent's house. I am so very sad he is gone from this world, but feel so very lucky to have those lovely memories.
A candle was lit by John and Debbie Lucckas
on February 4, 2016 6:04 PM
A candle was lit by Normajean borger
on February 4, 2016 5:19 PM
A candle was lit by Carol & Tom Sappenfield
on February 4, 2016 3:47 PM
A candle was lit by Niko Hall
on February 4, 2016 10:20 AM
Message from Bob & Pam Seymour
February 4, 2016 10:04 AM
Lisa, we are so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. Our thoughts and prayers to you and the kids at this devastating time. Love to all of you. Bob and Pam
A candle was lit by Bill Shepherd and Sarah Lovett
on February 4, 2016 12:19 AM
A candle was lit by Paul Bergfelder and staff
on February 3, 2016 3:49 PM
Message from Jane & Brad Nolan , las Vegas
February 3, 2016 1:48 PM
Our prayers are with you. Hallie, please remember the good times with your dad. Feel free to call on us if you need anything
A candle was lit by Hallie, please remember the good time with your father.
on February 3, 2016 1:42 PM
A candle was lit by Karen McNealy
on February 3, 2016 10:38 AM
A candle was lit by Michael
on February 3, 2016 10:29 AM
A candle was lit by Karen McNealy
on February 3, 2016 10:08 AM
A candle was lit by Ronald Brennan & Linda Kaczynski
on February 3, 2016 9:57 AM
Message from Ronald Brennan Sr. & Linda Kaczynski
February 3, 2016 9:48 AM
We are sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. He was a wonderful man never to be forgotten. We have lit a candle and made a donation to Moffitt in his memory.
A candle was lit by Ronald Brennan Sr. & Linda Kaczynski
on February 3, 2016 9:46 AM
A candle was lit by Linda & John Scholl
on February 3, 2016 7:51 AM
A candle was lit by Diana Sipple
on February 2, 2016 10:11 PM
A candle was lit by The Bursiks
on February 2, 2016 8:03 PM
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