Kevin Sean Swartz

Born in Killeen, Texas, on August 28, 1958, Kevin grew up in a military family whose travels took him from Germany to Massachusetts before settling in Alexandria, Virginia. He graduated from Groveton High School, served proudly in the U.S. Army, and later attended Christendom College, where he deepened his love of learning and faith.

Kevin dedicated his career to service—most notably with Fairfax County Fire and Rescue, where he rose to Lieutenant and earned his paramedic certification. He faced danger head-on, responding to emergencies and saving lives with quiet courage and unwavering professionalism. His coworkers counted on him, and countless strangers found compassion in his care. He later served as an Assistant Fire Inspector with the Fairfax County Fire Marshal’s Office and spent time on the road as a CDL driver. A licensed HVAC mechanic and electrician, Kevin brought resourcefulness and generosity into every part of his life.

One of Kevin’s guiding beliefs could be summed up in a quote he truly embodied: “Evil is powerless if the good are unafraid.” It was not just a line he appreciated—it was a standard he lived by. Quiet bravery, deep moral clarity, and the conviction to act made him the kind of man who made others feel safe, grounded, and at ease. He had a way of cutting through complexity with simple truths, and one he’d say often was, “You do what you can.” It wasn’t meant to be profound, but somehow it was—a quiet acknowledgment of effort, limits, and heart.

Kevin’s humor was unforgettable: clever, dry, and occasionally delightfully absurd. Any joke—if it caught him right—would send him into a joyful, room-filling laugh that made everyone feel like life was worth celebrating. People naturally gravitated toward him because his presence made them feel safe, grounded, and cared for.

To his children, he gave more than guidance—he gave a foundation: a belief in hard work, humility, and a strong faith in God. He taught them that courage isn’t loud, it’s steady. That “guts is enough” wasn’t just a line from a movie—it was how he lived, every shift, every sacrifice, every day. That you don’t have to be fearless—you just show up, and you do what you can. And he always did.

Those who knew Kevin never doubted how deeply he loved his family. It showed in every word, every laugh, every late-night repair, and every quiet moment of simply being there. He didn’t always speak it aloud, but he showed it—unshakably and without condition. That love remains—anchored in their hearts, steady as his example, and enduring in all the ways he shaped their lives.

He is survived by his wife, Vivian; children, Lauren (Tyler), Kristen, JonKelly, and Andrew; grandchildren, Christian, Alex, Chloe, and Donovan; and brothers, Kelly (predeceased by his wife, Linda), Carl (Jill), and James (Jordan). He was also predeceased by his parents, his brother Timothy, and sister-in-law Linda, and leaves behind a wide circle of devoted extended family and friends.

Visitation will be held at Mullins and Thompson Funeral Service in Stafford, Virginia, on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. William of York Catholic Church on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Interment will be held on Friday, August 8, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Thomas, West Virginia.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. William of York Catholic Church in loving memory of Kevin S. Swartz.