Kevin Michael Conroy, 50, died Saturday, October 8, 2011 doing what he loved best* riding his motorcycle. He was born on September 20, 1961 in Cooperstown, NY to James Michael Conroy and Carol Ann Smith Oldick.
Kevin was the owner and operator of Conroy Contracting in Raleigh. He was born, raised, and educated in Fort Plain, NY. Kevin moved to NC in 2004. He attended Wells College in Wellsville, NY where he became a draftsman. He had a passion for the NY Yankee*s, Miami Dolphins and he loved to ride his motorcycle.
Left to cherish his memory, his mother and step-father, Carol and Paul Oldick of Rocky Mount; father, James Conroy of Statham, GA; brothers, Kurt Conroy (Stephanie) of Saratoga Springs, NY, Sean Conroy (Norma) of Buskirk, NY, Jay Conroy (Jaime) of Clayton, NC; girlfriend, Thresa Harris of Raleigh, NC; along with several nieces and nephews.
A private memorial service to remember Kevin will be held Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home with the Rev. Phil Barton officiating. The family will receive friends from 7:00-9:00 pm on Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Kevin – will be missed – John Houser Raleigh NC
Sean, Norma, and ALL of the Conroy Family, We are praying for all of you in this great time of sorrow. We will continue to pray that God will comfort you knowing he died doing what he enjoyed the most. God Bless, Janice and Roger Cryderman Ray City,GA
Lit a candle in memory of Kevin Michael Conroy
Kurt, Stephanie and entire Conroy Family, Our deepest heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. The loss of your brother saddens all of us. Sorry we couldn’t be there to help you through this difficult time. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts. God Bless all of you. Tom and Kathy DiMezza, Amsterdam, NY
To the entire Conroy family, we are very sorry to hear about the loss of Kevin. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. Kurt, please do not hesitate to contact us should you need anything in upstate New York! Jeff, Becky, Justin & Ashley Smith
Kevin was a great friend to me. So sorry to hear of this loss. My condolences to all of family and loved ones. – Suzanne Slesinski Middletown, NY
Dear Carol, Paul and all of Kevin’s family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. May you all be comforted by the loving memories that you have of Kevin. Bob and Ann Jenks
I’m sorry to hear of this loss. My condolences to the family. Kevin has given all of us many great memories. Wally & Renee Nellis, Queensbury, NY
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Kevin. I will always remember his dedication to his job and his passion to succeed. May your memories of Kevin and all the good times sustain you during these difficult times.
I offer my deepest sympathy to the family and close friends. Your tears are not unnoticed by the Creator of life. (Psalm 568) Fully believe, as the Bible teaches, that God will restore paradisaic conditions to the earth and that he yearns to bring back to life on earth those who are sleeping in death. (Job 1414,15; John 528,29; 1Thessalonians 413)
Carol…We just heard yesterday about your tragedy…sending our deepest sympathy! Chris and Gordon Eggleston, Fort Plain
Dear Thresa, I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences to you and your family. You and Kevins family are in my prayers and I pray that God grants you His comfort and peace.
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to you Thresa and Kevin’s family. May God give each of you a peace that surpasses all understanding. Cousin, Faye Wright Cobb