Kevin Sperl
Posted By Direct Cremation of the Seacoast On August 11, 2023 @ 3:16 pm In | 11 Comments
Kevin has been kicking the ‘cancer can’ down the road since 2018, and finally hit the curb.
I’m not a warrior, I didn’t fight cancer, and I didn’t lose the battle. I’m not a hero. I was, actually, pretty irresponsible and didn’t quite fit in. I never really felt comfortable with how humans expected me to live.
I did two things right in my life, my kids Danny and Megan. I am immensely grateful to you both (and Cal) for welcoming me into your homes during surgeries, other procedures, and treatment issues. Thank you for making me safe. I loved you both in the best way I knew how. I’m sorry if I fell short. I take partial credit for my grandchildren Kenley and Julian. Thank you for adjusting the focus on my view of life.
Besides those five, I want to thank others that had a big impact on my life. Mom, of course. Sr, Marie, that Montreal Expo scout, Dick, Bill, Lynn, Gayleen, Ann, Mark, Jill, Joe, Vicki, Mai Anh, Mark and Deb, Maureen, all my friends at Smart Patients, the CSUB softball team. I also want to mention a few of my favorite dogs, other than the family’s Owen, that I’ve met along the way – BD, Ori, Lucy, Tobie, and Sparky.
In my memory, if you so choose, do something outside your comfort zone. Then you too can say – ‘I’m glad I did,’ instead of ‘I wish I had!’ This life was a work of fiction and all errors in my story are my own. I am looking forward to what I become next. Take care of NED for me.
Kevin, aged 70, passed away at home, on August 10, 2023. His family will spread his ashes in a private ceremony this fall. At his request, his ashes will be spread in a river so he can continue exploring.
Condolences for the family of “Kevin Sperl”
My heart is with all the Sperls. Kevin and I spent some amazing years together. I am grateful for that. Rest in peace, Shooter. Vaya con Dios🙏💙
I only knew Kevin for a few weeks . He shared so much about his travels and running in his races . I know that he is up in heaven running his race and sitting by a lake and fire. RIP Kevin u will be missed. To his daughter Megan and family I will
miss coming and helping around the house u all are in my prayers and thoughts
Jason hughes
Extended family care giver
Kevin stayed with me off and on a couple of years ago . He brought me out of my comfort zone to try new things. For that I am grateful. I miss our many long walks and talks.
To know he is now free of pain is a blessing. My prayers go to his family, he would talk of you often and his love for each of you.
My deepest sympathies to Kevin’s family and friends. He shared this great country with me through his lens ( and NED) at a time when I physically was unable to see it in person.
Rest in peace Kev.
Kevin was a friend, a colleague, a man I respected. He and I photographed together at The Citizen . I guess I was his ‘boss’. But it never felt like that. He was gifted, and we learned a lot from each other. His talents and passion for photography were too shelf. His passing affects me deeply. Much is less, but much gained from knowing him.
Kevin and I shared some excellent experiences while working together at the Citizen. I enjoyed all of them. RIP, Kevin
My deep sympathy to Kevin’s family and many friends. I was thinking of him just a few days ago when I passed a boggy area off North Main Street where several years ago an eagle had begun to build a nest; he and I exchanged excited message about it and he was planning to photograph it. I greatly admired his visual artistry and professional independence.
Condolences to Megan and Danny and the rest of the Sperl family. Kevin, we have great memories of family holidays as kids. I admired your free spirit as you got older. Say hi to your Mom and John and my parents when you see them.
Megan and Danny, I am so sorry for the loss of your Father. He defiantly was an interesting man and you two are his greatest accomplishments. You will see him again. Love you both!
I am sorry to read of Kevin Sperl’s death. Cancer can be such a threat to so many at any age. Seventy years is not old age today while cancer seems to be forever.
I only knew Kevin briefly during the years I had a column in the Citizen and the Laconia Daily Sun. I do know that he loved what he did and some might consider that lucky.
I remember how excited he was publishing his book. His self-written obituary was so humble like a book, expectant to open and start reading, engrossing and difficult to put down, sad to reach closure.
My condolences to his family and friends.
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Dear Kevin. I’m not surprised you wrote your own obituary. It wouldn’t have been as comforting coming from someone else. You lived your life as you wanted and saw more than I ever will. I’m sure your Mom has already welcomed you with open arms. RIP