Kevin H Williams

Kevin will be deeply missed by many, especially his wife and five children: Aaron, Aiden, Lydia (Tanner), Larsen (Abigail), and Katelyn (Rhett); his two adoring granddaughters, Kyla and Willa; his mother, Linda; his siblings, Debbie, Todd, and Kerrie; and numerous members of the Williams and Larsen families. He will be reunited with his father, Burnell D. Williams; son, Davis Kevin Williams; and grandson, Tyson Davis Williams.

Kevin was born in Salt Lake City on April 4, 1968, to Burnell and Linda Williams. He was raised in Taylorsville, Utah. Kevin was very athletic and, from a young age, excelled in many sports. His favorites included baseball, volleyball, basketball, golf, and skiing. In high school, he was a state champion in baseball and golf. He had the opportunity to play volleyball and golf at Salt Lake Community College. He was an Eagle Scout. He loved people and forged many lifelong friendships in his youth. He considered his brother and sisters some of his very best friends.

From 1987 to 1989, he served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in London, England.

On August 16, 1990, he married Diane Larsen in the Salt Lake City Temple. As they began their life together, he finished school at the University of Utah and drove his red VW Beetle. Shortly after graduating, he began working in procurement for Dayna Communications, which was soon bought by Intel. Kevin was the sweetest dad and cherished the time he had with his first son, Davis. Davis’s passing was a tremendously difficult experience for him and Diane. Shortly after his passing, and as a way to heal, they built their first home in Riverton, Utah, where they welcomed Aaron, Aiden, and Lydia to their family. Six years later, they built their second home in Riverton and welcomed Larsen and Katelyn to the family there. Kevin’s work changed from technology to the medical device industry, and he began working for Becton Dickinson (BD). He had several position changes over the years, working for Varian, SAP Ariba, Thermo Fisher, and TTM Technologies. Kevin traveled a lot for work, taking advantage of any opportunity he could to take Diane along. He loved showing Diane and his kids the world. He was so proud of each child and went to great lengths to support them in any way he could. He was over the moon to be with his granddaughters. You could find him taking Kyla for bike rides, dancing with her in the kitchen, and taking any chance he could get to run away to California to snuggle baby Willa. His greatest love was to spend time with his family, who lovingly called him Kevster and Papa K.

Some of the best times as a family were spent camping with all the aunts, uncles, and cousins. He could never get enough of the great outdoors! He had several opportunities to advance his career and move away, but he always chose Utah. He often said, “I have seen the world, and there is no place I would rather be.”

If Kevin wasn’t serving his family, he could be found doing some sort of recreational activity. He was an avid skier. He loved the thrill of the double black diamond runs and teaching others to ski at Solitude Ski Resort, including all of his children. He logged thousands of miles on his bikes. He loved cycling, cyclocross, mountain biking, and fat biking. His favorite bike was the tandem. Wanting to involve his family in his passions, he rode the tandem in LOTOJA twice: once relaying Larsen, Katelyn, and Lydia in 2012, and with Diane in 2013, where they took 2nd place. When Larsen and Katelyn began racing, he began coaching for the RHS Mountain Bike Team. You could find him scurrying around the course to provide support and cheer them on. He loved and served his children with his whole heart.

He had a love for vintage goods, especially cars. He was the proud owner of a 1960 Beetle, 1963 Single Cab Bus, and 1967 Squareback. He enjoyed fixing them up and driving them with his boys. VW cruises will always be a cherished activity for our family.

Kevin was known for his good sense of humor, funny “cool” walk, unique dance moves, and great taste in music, clothes, and shoes. He had a zest for life and sought adventure. He always connected easily with others, ensuring everyone felt valued and loved. He was very intuitive and excellent at reading the room. He had a genuine interest in getting to know people and their stories. His favorite place was wherever his family was. Whether working in the yard, planting the garden, exploring nature all year long, or traveling abroad, he loved it all.

We are heartbroken and profoundly saddened by our loss. He leaves a giant hole in all of our lives. But he often said, “It’s not a life worth living if I can’t have the adventure.” He died doing one of his favorite things. “Life ain’t always beautiful, but it’s a beautiful ride!” We love you forever and ever, amen.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the viewing at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Riverton Summerhill Stake Center, 12110 S 1300 W, Riverton, Utah, on March 3rd from 6:30–8:30 PM and on March 4th from 10:00–11:15 AM.

The funeral service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Riverton Summerhill Stake Center, 12110 S 1300 W, Riverton, Utah, on Wednesday, March 4th, at 11:30 AM. For those who are not able to attend in person, please join us through this link: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://zoom.us/j/91519124045__;!!M2D_dUfSiN4E!NiBN5RDd7DyXe0XEczxuCDBYwc0uc4AYzpyu2RUEGEbIAeCZTR6EYmUcjKjA9I0QHAGpeyJ4_egFQBSkTZpS-0UW57r_GEuRECMI$[zoom[.]us].

The graveside service will follow at Valley View Memorial, 4335 W 4100 S, West Valley City, Utah.