Kevin Myrold was my oldest cherished friend. We grew up as neighbors in Birmingham, Michigan on Eastmoor Rd. From the time we  could walk we were creating imaginary adventures and exploring the surrounding woods. I recall we were about five-years old when we created some sort of mischief. The consequence thereof, Kevin and I were grounded by our parents to our respective yards for a week. Kevin cleverly surmised even though we were precluded from leaving our yards we could still play together. With an arm load of board games Kevin secured a spot on the common border of our yards and set up a game. We played game after game, Kevin in his yard and I in mine all afternoon until our parents realized they could not keep us apart.
   Kevin was my first business partner. At the tender age of six we formed a successful garage cleaning  business. The roads in our neighborhood were comprised of dirt and gravel.  Garages needed regular cleaning. For twenty cents, Kevin and I would tidy up a garage. We had four or five weekly customers, eventually expanding our entrepreneur services to include pulling weeds, raking leaves and washing windows. Our piggy banks were never empty. 
    When Kevin and I were thirteen years old we convinced our parents to allow us to embarked on an incredible journey, biking by ourselves over 60 miles to a distant campground in central Michigan. We camped for three days, then biked 60 miles home.  The weather was scorching hot. The humidity and swarms of mosquitoes was overwhelming. We also encountered mechanical failures, water shortages and extreme heat fatigue. The last mile to the campground Kevin and I were forced to walk our bikes in the dark because we had exhausted the supplies in our tire repair kit. Nonetheless, though he had plenty to grip about, Kevin's bright spirit never faltered. He inspired me to keep pushing forward and never look back. A lesson I still carry with me today. I will miss you my friend! God Bless you.

Erica - 

May God bless you and your family during this time.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.

So sorry for the loss your family has endured. One of the few times I met your dad was when he took us down to cedar pointe back in 2003 or 2004... I remember sitting with him, just him and myself, chatting, talking , laughing. The conversation flowed so wonderfully and his humor is something I'll never forget. It was like I had just met a long lost uncle for the first time. He made me feel comfortable and at ease with his humor and demeanor. Wish you and your family all my thoughts and prayers in this challenging time.

Debbie my heart and love go out to you. I’m so very sorry to hear this sad news. Kevin always seemed to have a contagious smile on his face and always upbeat.  We shared the love of reading. I will surely miss him. 
Love to you and your family.

Oh Debbie,   Words cannot explain how I feel about the loss of your husband Kevin.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  I watched as you posted his journey the last few years and I know this must be very difficult.  I am not going to be able to attend as I will be out of town but I want you to know I am thinking of you as you go thru this devastating time.  Love you,   Cheryl Kemp

Mr. Myrold was such an awesome person all around. He had a contagious laugh and jokes for days. I looked up to him like a second father. I shared many memorable moments with the Myrold’s that I will cherish forever. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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Kevin Lee Myrold

21 June, 1959 – 21 August, 2024

Harry J Will Funeral Homes

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