Kevin Eric Sluys
May 08, 1959 - January 21, 2018
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Kevin Eric Sluys
May 08, 1959 - January 21, 2018
Obituary
Kevin Eric Sluys died on January 21, 2018 at his home. He was a Bellingham native and resident throughout his entire life, and a successful local business owner. Yet, first and foremost he was a brother, husband, and dad. He would constantly show his family love and care through acts of service. In his home he was the dependable handyman, family zoo keeper, and gourmet BBQ chef. As a dad, he strove to be involved in his kids’ lives. He taught his kids how to drive cars, boats, and jetskis. In the summer he would build campfires for them, take them inner tubing, and swim with them in the lake. When enjoying time to himself he would take Cody, the family dog, on walks in the neighborhood. He loved people watching, paddle boarding, biking, and tackling projects around the house and at work.
His brother Ken, who worked with him every day, described Kevin as creative, resourceful, hardworking, and gutsy. Kevin had a unique sense of humor that he passed on to his middle daughter, Erica. She expressed that what she’ll remember the most about her dad is his humor which was just like hers. Kevin was intuitive, logical, independent, and a natural born leader.
Kevin is predeceased by his mother Shirley and his brother Jeff.
He is survived by his wife Irene, his three kids Venise, Erica, and Wesley, his dad Wes, and his brothers Richard, Ken, and Greg and their families.
Kevin’s memorial will be held on Friday, February 9th, 2018, 11:00 am at Moles Funeral Tributes in Bellingham. There will be a reception following. Please make a donation to CTK Blessing in lieu of flowers.
Memorial Service
- Date & Time: February 9, 2018 (12:00 AM)
- Venue: Moles Farewell Tributes - Bellingham
- Location: 2465 Lakeway Drive Bellingham, WA 98229 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (360) -73-3-0510
Reception
- Date & Time: February 9, 2018 (12:00 AM)
- Venue: Moles Farewell Tributes - Bellingham
- Location: 2465 Lakeway Drive Bellingham, WA 98229 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (360) -73-3-0510
15 responses to Kevin Eric Sluys
Bill and Susan Moses says:
January 21, 2018
Kevin will be so missed by family, friends and the industry in which he worked for so many years. He left a mark that will long be remembered with respect for his personal and business ethics, his products’ quality of workmanship and his upstanding place in the marina construction community.
We sense his loss deeply and so regret his passing. Our profound sympathy to his wife Irene and their children, to Wes and Ken, and to Pam who was his right hand gal for so many years.
Bless you, Kevin. And thanks for what you brought to so many.
Joe Boyd says:
January 21, 2018
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss, Irene. My condolences. Joe
Craig, Margarita, Gabriel, Franchesca & Nicolas Mooney says:
January 21, 2018
We are all so sorry for your loss. May God wrap your family in his unending love, peace and healing as you travel through this difficult time. Philippians 4:7
Karin Brennan says:
January 21, 2018
Through my good friend Ken, I knew of Kevin as a loved and trusted brother. I’m so sad for all who knew and loved him and I pray for Kevin to rest in peace.
Linda and Karel Stefan says:
January 21, 2018
Irene, Karel and I are thinking of you during this difficult time.We will not be able to attend the memorial as I am in Arizona and not back until the 11th.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Linda and Karel