Kevin Scott Hawthorne of Greenwood, ME, loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend, left this earth May 2024, at the age of 65. Born in Denver, CO, Kevin was the beloved son of Daniel J. (dec.) and Ellie Hawthorne, and grew up on a small farm alongside his sisters, Michelle and Danielle, in Rochester, NY.
Kevin is survived by his spouse, Kathleen; his daughters, Annalise and Mia; and his grandchildren, Vinny, Adrien, Hendrix, and Seneca. He was predeceased by his first wife, Leslie, and daughter, Melonie, and is also survived by their daughters, Stephanie Quarantello and Jennifer Briggs, and grandchildren, Hope and Mason, of Rochester, NY. Kevin will be missed by his nephews, niece, great-nephews, great-nieces, and cousins.
A man of many passions, Kevin’s life was a rich tapestry of adventure and love for the outdoors. From the majestic landscapes of Colorado, Utah, Montana, and Nevada, to the serene beauty of New England, Kevin found great joy in skiing, rock climbing, hunting, hiking, fishing, and cooking. He was a nurturer of the earth and well known for his garlic gardens. A talented photographer and guitar enthusiast, Kevin’s creative spirit was as boundless as his love for adventure and the many exploits shared with his best friend of 40 years, Bob Massad. He was proud to have earned his pilot’s license, embodying his passion for exploring new heights.
Kevin was a true innovator, known for his ability to creatively solve any challenge that came his way. A creator at heart, his artisan skill set and carpentry were masterful. He attributed his engineering and mechanical expertise to the teachings of his maternal grandfather, Earl, an inventor, whose guidance and wisdom helped shape Kevin's remarkable abilities.
An avid backcountry skier, Kevin spent several years working at the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) in New Hampshire. He also relished annual trips to Tuckerman’s Ravine and the Mt. Washington snowfields with his fellow ski instructors and friends, closing out the day’s last run with, “Today was a good day!”
Kevin began teaching at Mt. Abram (Greenwood, ME) in 2012, and also coached the Telstar Rebels High School Alpine Ski Team for seven years. His most recent and proudest achievements were celebrated with his Mt. Abram family and “the best crew I’ve ever had the privilege to work with,” where he served as the Assistant Director of Snow Sports, and earned his Level II Alpine certification in 2022.
His enthusiasm and devotion to skiing and education inspired his fellow coaches, athletes, and students. Kevin’s words of encouragement to his staff reflected his profound dedication: “We will bring smiles to the young and the forever young. We will help squash fears and introduce new challenges. We will guide them, laugh with them, and sometimes cry with them. But most of all, we will learn and grow because of them. That gift alone is priceless.”
Kevin Scott Hawthorne’s legacy of love, adventure, and dedication will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and the many lives he touched through his passions and professional endeavors.
Heartfelt thanks to the amazing doctors, nurses and staff at Stephens Memorial Hospital and Androscoggin Hospice House, where he received outstanding medical treatment and compassionate care.
Kevin’s wish was for continued support of the Mt. Abram Ski Club, a 501(c)3 which provides scholarships to kids in western Maine. Donations can be made directly at: https://www.mtabramskiclub.com/take-action, or via check mailed to Mt. Abram Ski Club, PO Box 211, Greenwood, ME 04255.
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