| Date of Birth | June 10, 1985 |
| Passed Away | November 13, 2010 |
| Place of Residence | Hornell |
| Home State | NY |
| Service Date | November 17, 2010 |
| Service Time | 10:30 AM |
| Service Location | St. Ann's Church |
| Interment Location | S. Mary's Cemetery |
KEVIN P. SOUTH
HORNELL-Kevin P. South, 25, passed away unexpectedly early Saturday morning (Nov. 13, 2010) at his home on Elizabeth St.
Born at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California on June 10, 1985, he was a son of Loren and Mary Bridget Hanrahan South.
Kevin graduated from high school in Arizona and also resided in Buffalo, Rochester and Phoenix, Az. before coming to Hornell five years ago.
He was employed as an assistant manager and Friendly’s in Hornell before he became a manger at the Country Kitchen in Hornell. He was also employed part time at Fingerlakes Marble and Granite in Hornell. Kevin was ambitious, reliable and a hard worker at any position he held.
An avid fisherman, he especially enjoyed fly fishing. He loved animals and was very proud of the fish that he raised in his fish tank that he had at his home. Kevin also loved spending time with his family and many friends. He will be remembered most of all for his ever present smile, his love of others, his generosity and for the soft spot he held in his heart for the elderly.
His family includes his parents, Loren and Bridget of Hornell; his two brothers, David (Sheila) Hanrahan of Elmira and Christopher South of Hornell; his two sisters, Michele South and Brittany South, both of Hornell; his niece and nephew, Emily and Sean Hanrahan; his paternal grandmother, Patricia South of California; also his 10 aunts and uncles and his many cousins.
He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, William and Geraldine Hanrahan.
Calling hours are from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at the Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc., 285 Main St., Hornell. Friends are invited to meet his family at St. Ann’s Church where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Committal prayers and interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Town of Fremont.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute in his memory to their favorite charity.
Kevin was such a pleasure to always see at the Coutry Kitchen. Kevin did give the elderly so much attention, something you do not always see and it was always noticed how much they enjoyed it. He will be greatly missed by all.
I thought the world of Kevin. He was such a hard and dedicated worker and treated people with such respect and caring. I was very proud to call him my nephew and I will miss him greatly. May our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ watch over you and keep you.
Loren & Family: So sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
You will be very missed Kevin …
We Will NEVER forget you kein you are for ever in my heart i love you<3
We are so sad to hear about Kevin. We have been weekly “regulars” at Country Kitchen for the last couple of years. Kevin was always very kind and thoughtful and made a point to come over to our booth when he wasn’t busy to be sure he said hello and chat for a minute. He was a gentleman and truly did have a soft spot in his heart for the elderly. It was very evident in his personality and demeanor. He would make everyone feel comfortable and “at home” at the restaurant. My husband would never leave until he found Kevin and shook his hand to tell him how wonderful the broiled fish was…and Kevin was always very gracious. He was a very special person, and we will miss Kevin greatly, but we are so proud that we had the chance to get to know him. We extend our sincere sympathy to his family.
Kevin’s welcoming smile and friendliness made a trip to the Country Kitchen so much more enjoyable. I often saw him go out of his way to help someone at the restaurant. To his family, friends, and coworkers, I send my condolences.
You will be forever in my heart, Kevin.
Loren, Briget and family, I love you all and you remain in my prayers.
Kevin,
You will be dearly missed. We are thinking of you and will forever be in our heart. May you follow those angels over your family and keep them at peace.
I’m praying for your family.
Rip Dear Friend.
<3 ya
You are forever in my heart, Kevin. May our Lord Jesus Christ enfold you in His loving arms. Loren, Briget and family, you are in my prayers. I love you.
Kevin, I remember your 1st birthday in Vandenberg. I remember a super nice kid who I spent a lot of time with in Buffalo. You even took me to your school for show and tell. You were so proud to show me the Niagara Falls. Having you as a cousin has been a joy for me. I will miss hearing stories of your big catch. Kevin you will be in my heart forever.
Loren and Bridget, I love you and am praying that the Lord brings you comfort and peace in your time of need and sorrow. Please know that the Lord has a plan and a purpose.
John 14:27 “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
We Love you all,
Douglas, Tonya, Brian, Madeline & Abigail
My thoughts and prayers to th hanrahan and south family.
I personaly did not know Kevin. But Knowing the hanrahan family he was a great young man. May you find comfort knowing so many people are praying for you and all your family members through this most difficult time. Rip kevin
Kevin you are very missed. you were a great person and you were the most friendliest person i know. i am very glad i got the chance to meet you. my thoughts and prayers are with the south family on this very sad day . you will be very missed
My dear grandson,you will live in my heart always. Loren,Bridget,Chris,Michele and Brittany,my heart goes out to you in this time of loss. Be stong for each other. I love you all very much.
Even though we did not know Kevin personally, when we visited the Country Kitchen, we were always welcomed with a pleasant hello and smile. He brought much joy to all those he came into contact with. We were saddened to learn of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family…
Kevin you were the best at Country Kitchen and always made me feel like a part of the team and I will miss you always. Now you are with Jane, Grandma and Grandpa
I will always remember your great smile and laugh… Can it just be a dream.. I want to wake up and hope its not for real. I miss our talks and our great memories.. You would always be there for me no matter what I needed… I will always miss you and love you…
Loren and Bridget: there are no words that I can use to lessen your burden of sorrow right now. Simply know, that your entire family has been and will continue to be in our prayers.
My dearest Nephew Kevin. Though distance kept us from seeing each other much, you have and will always be in my heart. Loren, Bridget, David, Christopher, Michelle and Brittany, I pray you all find peace in each others love and support and in the Lords loving arms. Kevin will be deeply missed. Norm and I love you all so very much.
You are forever my baby boy I love you so much. Your mom
Kevin, You are my brother and always will be. You always protected me and you made sure everyone knew you are my older brother, you would even tell ppl how gorgeous michele and I were. You were so proud of us. I miss you so much. I can’t walk around the corner to your house anymore, or call you when im lonley or bored. I call your phone every day still thinking you’ll pick up. I pray that you will one day. But i know you wont. I love you kevin, I love you so much. May the angels hold you close, until we meet again.
Love your baby sis.
Bridget and Loren I just heard the news and I am so sorry…there are not words. All I keep thinking about is when Kevin and Billy went to camp. If there is anything you need or I can do please let me know. The whole Wilson Family sends there love and prayers. Hope to talk to you soon.