Kevin M. Prentice
May 24, 1966 ~ June 14, 2020
Kevin Michael Prentice, 54, Martinsville, formerly of Greenwood, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Kevin was born May 24, 1966, in Beech Grove, to the late Clarence Prentice and Carole (Kennedy) Prentice, who survives.
Kevin graduated from Perry Meridian High School then went on to earn the degrees of Associate in Applied Science, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology from Purdue University and Master of Business Administration from the University of Indianapolis. Kevin was employed by Eli Lilly & Company for 19 years, most recently as a Consultant Data Sciences BioMedicines and was certified by the Society of Clinical Data Management. He contributed to multiple successful new drug application submissions resulting in regulaotry approval of medicines that made life better for patients all over the world. He was a lifetime member of St. Barnabas Catholic Church, Indianapolis and also attended SS. Francis and Claire of Assisi, Greenwood. Kevin was a loving, dedicated husband to his high school sweetheart Heather and proud supportive father to daughters Kennedy, Katherine and Caroline. Some of his fondest memories were of cheering on all three at gymnastics competitions or boating with them on Lake Lemon and Dale Hollow. He was a loyal son and brother and tried and true friend to all who knew him. What he enjoyed most in life was passing time gathered with friends and riding open roads on his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Kevin was solutions driven and used his technical and analytical skills to create and build useful things his family enjoyed. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his loving family and extensive circle of friends and colleagues.
Survivors include his wife, Heather, to whom he was united in marriage Jun 29, 1991; daughters, Kennedy (Phillip Daprile), Katherine, and Caroline Prentice; mother, Carole Prentice; brother, Kirk (LaTona) Prentice; sisters Kay Rhyne and Kerrie (Paul) Milenbaugh; and eight nieces and nephews.
Friends and family are invited to gather to celebrate the life of Kevin Prentice on Sunday, June 21, 2020, 1 to 7 p.m., at the O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 S. East Street, Indianapolis. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 22, 2020, in St. Barnabas Catholic Church, with burial following at IOOF Cemetery, Waverly Rd. Please be advised masks are mandatory for attendance at St. Barnabas Catholic Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society Patient Lodging Program, University of Cincinnati Cancer Center Foundation or The American Brain Tumor Association. Visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Kevin made a positive impact on everyone who knew him. His kind spirit and love lives on. With deepest and heartfelt sympathy,
Completely heartbroken to hear this news, and he will be so terribly missed. My deepest condolences to the Prentice family; especially Heather and the girls. Praying for your comfort and strength. Dawn Fernandes
Heather & family, we are lifting you up in prayer and sending our love during this difficult time. Kevin will be greatly missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest condolences, Dawn & Leonard Fernandes and Aria Schofield
Heather and daughters, Thinking of you all during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With Deepest Sympathy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Kevin will be missed by all of us.
So saddened to hear this news. He was our BARI Ninja…My heart aches for Heather and his three beautiful girls. My deepest condolences to all of you. Praying for you all. Kori Reintjes
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry to hear of the loss of Kevin. He was such a gentle person with a great sense of humour. I will always remember his smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Much love Mary Littler
Eternal rest grant unto them. Love, Patrick Kennedy and Family
With deepest sympathy,
We are very sorry for your loss. 2 of the nicest people I have known. Respectfully, Steve Shea and family.
We were truly heartbroken to hear about this. We will always remember how sweet, fun and FUNNY he was. We loved his laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with Heather, her beautiful girls and all who knew him. Love, Todd and Natalie Holzer
We lost one of the greatest individuals I was ever privileged to work with at Lilly. You will never be forgotten Kevin. My deepest sympathy goes out to Heather and the girls. Rest in peace my friend.
My heart is heavy at hearing of Kevin’s passing. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Kevin for the last few years at Lilly. He was truly a great guy. I feel blessed having known him. I will forever remember Kevin as smart, funny and ever so kind. To Kevin’s family, may you each find comfort in his memories as you face the days ahead.
I’ll always remember Kevin and his pickles! RIH ❤️
Growing up, Kevin was such a kind and gentle young man. Our family was blessed by his accompaniment on many camping and spring break travels. My heart is heavy and goes out to his family. Soar high Kevin.
It was heavy to hear of Kevin’s passing. Being a gymnastics family with the Prentice family has been a very good experience. Kevin was able to give answers and laugh when needed. I thank God for Kevin’s spirit and what he gave to those around him. Our family’s sympathy goes to his family and their loss that is now.
We are so grateful to have gone on a cruise last year with Kevin, Heather, Katherine, Kennedy and Caroline. It was the last time we saw him. Such a wonderful husband and father. We don’t know anyone that didn’t love him. Such a gentle person. You will forever be in our hearts. Hollie & Walt
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you guys.
I had the pleasure of working with Kevin on various trials over the years. He was intelligent, respectful and kind. My heart is heavy knowing he’s gone. Praying God sends comfort.
Sheila and Family-You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences. Love, Mark, Allison, Ava, Riley, Charlie and Oliver Juleen
So shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of a truly kind and gentle soul. Our prayers for strength and comfort to Kevin’s family.
My favorite memory of Kevin was running into him and Heather at a bar one New Year’s Eve. They were kissing and acting like teenagers enjoying each other and their friends. Kevin was always willing to help another co-worker and was kind to everyone. He was loved at Lilly and will be dearly missed. Prayers to Heather and his daughters. Brittany Meibeyer
I didn’t know Kevin very well but I do know his sisters and I have much respect for them and I’ve been told Kevin was a great guy…sending prayers of peace and understanding to them and Kevin’s whole family…ߙϰߒ”
Kennedy, Sincere sympathy on your loss. My family’s thoughts and prayers are with you. Mark Kryah
Worked with Kevin – very gentle and kind person, always meant good for everyone and ready with a helping hand , never said no even if it was not his job- deeply saddened by his so early departure from all of us , May his soul rise above all our prayers and find a very special place in heaven. We all are blessed to have had his company here on the earth and will always relish his helping nature and extreme kindness! – Vipin
Heather, We were heartbroken to hear of Kevin’s passing. I can hear Kevin’s laugh and see his smile. It was always a joy to be with you all. We are so sorry for your loss. Love Jewel and Jerry
Sending Prayers and Peace to you and your Family! Love, Sally Pearcy
Heather, I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Kevin couple years ago; so kind, so nice person..Sending prayers to his gentle soul. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Ayca
Heather and family, so sorry for your loss. I was so fortunate to work with Kevin when he was supporting the galcanezumab team and well always remember his smiling face and incredible upbeat attitude. All my Best, Ginny Stauffer
Heather, I am so heartbroken for you and sorry for your loss. Anne
Gentle. I see that word repeated over and over in these tributes…and honestly, that is the best one word description of Kevin. Kevin was such a positive person. I enjoyed working with him over the last few years and he was always up for drinks with his coworkers (including many funny tales) unless he had a family obligation. Family always came first! Good man, dedicated husband and father and a great friend. He will be deeply missed. Heather, you and the girls are in my prayers.
I am so sorry to hear of Kevin’s passing. I worked with Kevin at Lilly, and he was one of my favorites – always calm, warm and encouraging to everyone, even when dealing with pressing work issues. His quick sense of humor could always bring a smile! He will be missed. Prayers for peace for his loved ones.
As a co-worker of Kevin’s at the start of my career at Lilly, I was immediately struck by Kevin’s warm and helpful nature…and he knew his stuff to boot! Lucky me! This was someone I could pose my “dumb” questions to knowing I’d be met with a patient, thoughtful explanation I could understand. I would soon learn that Kevin worked with my mom at Lilly before I stepped on the scene and she too shared the same sentiments about Kevin. Not only was he a great co-worker but he was someone who was truly interested in others and human connection. He loved to laugh and listened intently. As so many others have said here, he was gentle and full of joy. I am so grateful for having known him. My heart is sick with the news of Kevin’s passing. I pray God brings comfort to all of his friends and loved ones mourning such a great loss.
I knew Kevin from working with him at Lilly. He was fabulous work partner and I will always remember him for his warmth, friendliness, and kindness towards those he worked with. I’m saddened by this loss of a wonderful person and colleague. My condolences for his family. ❤️❤️❤️
Kevin and I worked together on a large project, and he was the most approachable, calm, easy going guy. I knew that if we needed him to make something happen quickly, it would happen. While I rejoice that you are now in the arms of Jesus, I will miss your presence on this Earth.
We pray that you find comfort in the many wonderful memories you share with Kevin. We will miss him.
Kennedy, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
There will never be an Indy 500 that we don’t think of Kevin – good times! Holding your family close in our hearts and prayers. Love, The Pilgrims
We are holding you in our hearts and hoping you feel the care and love we are sending at this saddest of times. With all our deepest sympathies,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. With deepest sympathy, Your work colleagues in Biomedicines/Immunology and Clinical Dev.
We send our love and condolences to you and your daughters. Jewel and Jerry Brammann
So sorry for your loss. sending our love and prayers to the whole family.
May his memory be forever a blessing. All our love, Dennis and Melanie Hauser
My heartfelt condolences for your loss. We all share the same memories of Kevin because he was genuinely one of the kindest to everyone. We’ve all been blessed to have known him. I can’t help but think he’d appreciate cheers for a life well lived and to his family who’ll continue his legacy. I hope that the support of family and friends gives you strength and grace in the coming days.
Kevin’s first Christmas. (Photo taken by grandpa Prentice.)
Heather and family, my sincere condolences for your loss. May you be comforted by the memories you shared with Kevin. My family’s thoughts and prayers are with you. Carrie Furin
Heather you and your family are in my thoughts. May peace be with you and your family.
Prayers to the family. I worked with Kevin a few years ago. He was a wonderful person and always positive and willing to work with everyone. Such a loss for everyone.
I just found out about Kevin today because FB said it was his birthday yesterday. Heather, I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with both of you, and Kerrie at EFS. Kevin always had a way of making me laugh. So sad that he departed this world so young! Prayers for you and your family. Sherry (Milnes) Ziobro