Kevin John DeVany, age 68, of Merrillville, IN, passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Southlake Methodist Hospital. Kevin is survived by his wife of 35 years, Dora; 5 children: Umberto (Lisa) DeVany, Minerva DeVany, Kevin James DeVany, Mary Ellen (Lionel) Sanchez and Michael Brian DeVany; 5 grandchildren: Xavier, Victor and Christian DeVany, AlyssaContinue Reading
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Kevin John DeVany, age 68, of Merrillville, IN, passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Southlake Methodist Hospital.
Kevin is survived by his wife of 35 years, Dora; 5 children: Umberto (Lisa) DeVany, Minerva DeVany, Kevin James DeVany, Mary Ellen (Lionel) Sanchez and Michael Brian DeVany; 5 grandchildren: Xavier, Victor and Christian DeVany, Alyssa and Zayden Hiller; brother, Mark DeVany; and sister, Nancy DeVany.
Kevin was preceded in death by his parents: John William DeVany and Joan DeVany (nee Mullen).
Kevin retired as a court interpreter from the U.S. Federal District Court in Chicago, IL with over 20 years of service. He was also a U.S. Air Force veteran.
Friends may visit with the family on Monday, November 29, 2021 at Geisen Funeral, Cremation & Reception Centre, 606 E. 113th Ave., Crown Point, IN 46307 from 3:00 PM until the time of Funeral Service at 6:00 PM with Pastor Gary Butler officiating.
Visit Kevin’s online guestbook at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com 219-663-2500.
Lissette Hernandez
left a message on December 2, 2021:
Kevin, my deepest sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your father. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Dalila Cortes
left a message on December 2, 2021:
Sending you and your family my deepest Condolence Kevin. Please know my family and I have you and your entire family in our Prayers during this difficult time.
Johnny Frevert
left a message on November 30, 2021:
Very sorry to hear about your Dad, Kevin.
Daniel May
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My deepest condolences for you and your family, Kevin
Theresa Hammonds
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My sincere condolences to Mrs. DeVany and the entire family. I was in an office next door to his for many years at the U.S. District Court. He was such a pleasure to work with, and an extremely talented Interpreter. I marveled at the many languages he was a master in which I believe was 5 or 6, and the additional ones, as he would say, he could "get by" speaking with someone. I hope he learned the Gaelic that he was working on. May he rest in peace.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Veronica Colton LA ROSA
left a message on November 29, 2021:
Dear DeVany Family
I am sending my sincere condolences to you all for the loss of my Cousin Kevin DeVany. It has been many years since I had seen Kevin but my family often spoken of him, Mark and Nancy. It is so unfortunate that our families have lived so far apart and never got to know each other. Please know that we will keep Kevin in our prayers and hope that you will thrive knowing that he is in God’s hands.
God bless you all.
Veronica (Ronnie) Colton La Rosa
Aunt Edna’s oldest daughter
Veronica Colton LA ROSA
left a message on November 29, 2021:
Dear DeVany Family
I am sending my sincere condolences to you all for the loss of my Cousin Kevin DeVany. It has been many years since I had seen Kevin but my family often spoken of him, Mark and Nancy. It is so unfortunate that our families have lived so far apart and never got to know each other. Please know that we will keep Kevin in our prayers and hope that you will thrive knowing that he is in God’s hands.
God bless you all.
Veronica (Ronnie) Colton La Rosa
Aunt Edna’s oldest daughter
Anthony Porto
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My deepest condolences for your loss. I will keep you family in my thoughts and prayers during this time of need.
Roberto Mendoza
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My deepest condolences to Kevin’s family. You were a true and honest friend and the utmost professional.
Pooja Dosi
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My sincerest condolences for you and your family, Kevin. Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Katherine Martinez
left a message on November 29, 2021:
Kevin, I am so sorry for your loss. I am keeping you and your entire family in my prayers. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Matt Abad
left a message on November 29, 2021:
Prayers for you and your family in this time of need.
Jackie Deanes
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My sincerest condolences to Kevin's family. Kevin was a such a warm hearted spirit to work with. May God grant you peace in this time of grief.
Deborah Kucan
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My deepest condolences to your family. I worked with Kevin and he was a wonderful man.
Mary Ruggaber Bedel
left a message on November 28, 2021:
To Kevin’s family,
I also was one of the Kevin’s high school friends. I’ll never forget the Irish folk dances, the antics in his car and his love of life. May his memory bring joy to you. It does to me.
Kathleen Kramer
left a message on November 28, 2021:
Kevin, I am so sorry incredibly sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Terry Perdue
left a message on November 28, 2021:
My sincerest condolences to the loved ones of Kevin. I know Kevin as a kind colleague, professional and he loved the languages.
Kathleen M Morris
left a message on November 28, 2021:
So sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. Great friend, talented interpreter, and wonderful mentor. You will live forever in the hearts of those who were privileged to know you. Sleep in peace now.
Jose Pina
left a message on November 28, 2021:
I offer my deepest sympathies to Kevin's family and loved ones. Kevin's impressive breadth of knowledge as an interpreter, and his love of languages, were extraordinary.
Patty and Pat Flood
left a message on November 28, 2021:
We are so sorry to hear about the death of our beloved long-time friend Kevin. Kevin was a very close friend to a number of us through our high school and college years, where we shared many wild and interesting adventures with him including events at Andrean, dances, social events, and daily contacts. He was a member of “the group”, which was 10 of us from high school that hung around together and shared many memories. Kevin was a great person, and we got to know him very well through our many activities, including rides in his Dodge Charger, several ill-fated rescues at the Dunes, numerous trips to “Pete and Snooks”, and regular long conversations about life, love, and the future. We will always treasure our time with him, and feel we were incredibly lucky to have been friends with such a unique and charismatic individual. We extend our condolences to his family and friends – we have lost a dear friend.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Vicky Funes
left a message on November 28, 2021:
My heart goes out to the family for the loss of our beloved Kevin. May he rest in peace.
Virginia Kendall
left a message on November 27, 2021:
My sympathy to Kevin’s family. He served the ND of Illinois with integrity and compassion. His kindness to me as an AUSA was only surpassed by his generosity of spirit when I went to the bench. WhenKevin was in the courtroom, I knew all would be well. I will miss him. Ginny Kendall
Steve Tokoph
left a message on November 27, 2021:
I’m so sorry to hear of Kevin’s passing. I had the great honor of working with Kevin at the Court for many years. Kevin was simply the best! My heart and condolences go out to his family and friends.
Amy
left a message on November 27, 2021:
Que en paz descanse Kevin.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Lissette Hernandez
left a message on December 2, 2021:
Kevin, my deepest sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your father. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Dalila Cortes
left a message on December 2, 2021:
Sending you and your family my deepest Condolence Kevin. Please know my family and I have you and your entire family in our Prayers during this difficult time.
Johnny Frevert
left a message on November 30, 2021:
Very sorry to hear about your Dad, Kevin.
Daniel May
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My deepest condolences for you and your family, Kevin
Theresa Hammonds
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My sincere condolences to Mrs. DeVany and the entire family. I was in an office next door to his for many years at the U.S. District Court. He was such a pleasure to work with, and an extremely talented Interpreter. I marveled at the many languages he was a master in which I believe was 5 or 6, and the additional ones, as he would say, he could "get by" speaking with someone. I hope he learned the Gaelic that he was working on. May he rest in peace.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Veronica Colton LA ROSA
left a message on November 29, 2021:
Dear DeVany Family
I am sending my sincere condolences to you all for the loss of my Cousin Kevin DeVany. It has been many years since I had seen Kevin but my family often spoken of him, Mark and Nancy. It is so unfortunate that our families have lived so far apart and never got to know each other. Please know that we will keep Kevin in our prayers and hope that you will thrive knowing that he is in God’s hands.
God bless you all.
Veronica (Ronnie) Colton La Rosa
Aunt Edna’s oldest daughter
Veronica Colton LA ROSA
left a message on November 29, 2021:
Dear DeVany Family
I am sending my sincere condolences to you all for the loss of my Cousin Kevin DeVany. It has been many years since I had seen Kevin but my family often spoken of him, Mark and Nancy. It is so unfortunate that our families have lived so far apart and never got to know each other. Please know that we will keep Kevin in our prayers and hope that you will thrive knowing that he is in God’s hands.
God bless you all.
Veronica (Ronnie) Colton La Rosa
Aunt Edna’s oldest daughter
Anthony Porto
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My deepest condolences for your loss. I will keep you family in my thoughts and prayers during this time of need.
Roberto Mendoza
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My deepest condolences to Kevin’s family. You were a true and honest friend and the utmost professional.
Pooja Dosi
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My sincerest condolences for you and your family, Kevin. Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Katherine Martinez
left a message on November 29, 2021:
Kevin, I am so sorry for your loss. I am keeping you and your entire family in my prayers. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Matt Abad
left a message on November 29, 2021:
Prayers for you and your family in this time of need.
Jackie Deanes
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My sincerest condolences to Kevin's family. Kevin was a such a warm hearted spirit to work with. May God grant you peace in this time of grief.
Deborah Kucan
left a message on November 29, 2021:
My deepest condolences to your family. I worked with Kevin and he was a wonderful man.
Mary Ruggaber Bedel
left a message on November 28, 2021:
To Kevin’s family,
I also was one of the Kevin’s high school friends. I’ll never forget the Irish folk dances, the antics in his car and his love of life. May his memory bring joy to you. It does to me.
Kathleen Kramer
left a message on November 28, 2021:
Kevin, I am so sorry incredibly sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Terry Perdue
left a message on November 28, 2021:
My sincerest condolences to the loved ones of Kevin. I know Kevin as a kind colleague, professional and he loved the languages.
Kathleen M Morris
left a message on November 28, 2021:
So sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. Great friend, talented interpreter, and wonderful mentor. You will live forever in the hearts of those who were privileged to know you. Sleep in peace now.
Jose Pina
left a message on November 28, 2021:
I offer my deepest sympathies to Kevin's family and loved ones. Kevin's impressive breadth of knowledge as an interpreter, and his love of languages, were extraordinary.
Patty and Pat Flood
left a message on November 28, 2021:
We are so sorry to hear about the death of our beloved long-time friend Kevin. Kevin was a very close friend to a number of us through our high school and college years, where we shared many wild and interesting adventures with him including events at Andrean, dances, social events, and daily contacts. He was a member of “the group”, which was 10 of us from high school that hung around together and shared many memories. Kevin was a great person, and we got to know him very well through our many activities, including rides in his Dodge Charger, several ill-fated rescues at the Dunes, numerous trips to “Pete and Snooks”, and regular long conversations about life, love, and the future. We will always treasure our time with him, and feel we were incredibly lucky to have been friends with such a unique and charismatic individual. We extend our condolences to his family and friends – we have lost a dear friend.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Vicky Funes
left a message on November 28, 2021:
My heart goes out to the family for the loss of our beloved Kevin. May he rest in peace.
Virginia Kendall
left a message on November 27, 2021:
My sympathy to Kevin’s family. He served the ND of Illinois with integrity and compassion. His kindness to me as an AUSA was only surpassed by his generosity of spirit when I went to the bench. WhenKevin was in the courtroom, I knew all would be well. I will miss him. Ginny Kendall
Steve Tokoph
left a message on November 27, 2021:
I’m so sorry to hear of Kevin’s passing. I had the great honor of working with Kevin at the Court for many years. Kevin was simply the best! My heart and condolences go out to his family and friends.
Amy
left a message on November 27, 2021:
Que en paz descanse Kevin.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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