W. Kevin Walsh

William Kevin Walsh, 83, died peacefully at home amidst family on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. Kevin was born in Bridgeport, the son of William and Ruth (Myers) Walsh. He is survived by his children and grandchildren: Kevin (Stacy) Walsh of West Hartford and their children Will, Seamus and Cady; Michael (Carrie) Walsh of West Hartford and their children Patrick, Stacie and Bridget; Brendan Walsh of New York, NY and his children Kayleigh and Shane; and Justin (Holly) Walsh of West Hartford and their children Colin and Caitlin. He was predeceased by his brothers Richard A. Walsh and Robert E. Walsh, both of West Hartford. Kevin attended St. Thomas Seminary in Bloomfield and graduated from Fairfield University with a B.S.S. in 1960. After graduation, he enjoyed a brief career as a professional baseball player in the Washington Senators system. He also played several seasons in the Greater Hartford Twilight League and was inducted into the Twilight League Hall of Fame in 2000. He spent many years as a youth baseball coach in West Hartford, including as head coach of American Legion Post 96. He was a career agent for Connecticut Mutual and was blessed with a long retirement. Kevin was a devoted “Grampy” and never missed a grandchild’s ball game, concert or recital. He relished time spent with his family and friends at social gatherings, big and small. In 2018, he enjoyed an unforgettable trip to Dublin, Ireland with his four sons in celebration of his 80th birthday. Calling hours are Sunday, September 26 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Molloy Funeral Home, 906 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, September 27 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter Claver Church, 47 Pleasant Street, West Hartford, with burial to follow at Mt. Saint Benedict Cemetery in Bloomfield. Donations in Kevin’s memory may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or the American Cancer Society. Directions and online expressions of sympathy may be made at www.molloyfuneralhome.com