Marie Moliner
A life well lived, Kevin Whitaker, well lived indeed.
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WHITAKER, Kevin William Vincent
1957 - 2025
A Man You Don’t Meet Every Day.
March 5, 1957 - January 1, 2025
As the new year dawned, the world held its breath and Kevin Whitaker exhaled his last. Father, brother, lover, friend, colleague, thinker, doer. Calm and steady, with trademark grace, Kevin died naturally at home in North Hatley, Quebec, surrounded by friends and family singing “A Man You Don’t Meet Every Day.”
Daughter Claire (Moliner) and son Luke (Moliner) were the apples of his eye, and he made sure they knew it. Always present for them, his quiet guidance engaged them in travel, food, ideas, art, and music.
Joined at the hip, Marie (Moliner) and Kevin’s love for each other was legendary. They excelled at having fun, always finding new ways to play once disease took its course. Even if it was just a trip to the grocery store, Kevin’s face unfailingly lit up when Marie returned home. Marie found joy and purpose both as Kevin’s art agent and as his full-time caregiver at home.
Kevin’s brain attracted a wide range of friendships. He was rooted in family - a trait nurtured by his mother’s unconditional love, while his father’s singular determination taught Kevin to defy all odds. His brothers, Chris and Jeff, were his buddies. A conveyor of brilliant ideas, Kevin was always measured and on point. One was wise to hang on to his every word. In Kevin’s eyes, we saw kindness, generosity, and deep awareness. He recognized the importance of feeling heard, loved, and understood.
Accomplished and unpretentious, Kevin was the first of his family to attend university. He was proud of his career as an Ontario Superior Court judge, Chair of the Ontario Labour Relations Board, special advisor to the Ontario Government, mediator, arbitrator, and lawyer. Kevin excelled at decision-making, observing that any decision worth making should be made at the right time and only after all the necessary information had been gathered.
When disease robbed him of his favourite job as a judge, Kevin pursued his passion and, through the sale of his paintings, raised over $200,000 for research into Parkinson’s and Dementia with Lewy Bodies. He joked that, had he known painting would be so much fun, he might have pursued that career instead.
His favourites included: Venice, Orwell, Dostoevsky, Jackson Browne, Shostakovitch, Gordon Lightfoot, Trailer Park Boys, Baroness von Sketch, Brazil, All Right Jack, Battleship Potemkin, Van Gogh, key lime pie, and carrot cake.
Somewhere, Kevin is singing “Song for a Winter’s Night” while simultaneously playing violin, piano, and harmonica - something he could do.
The family is grateful to ALL the healthcare workers (in Ontario and Quebec) who guided their ten-year journey, helping Kevin defy the odds against the toll of Parkinson’s and Lewy Body Dementia.
Should you wish to donate, please choose a cause that matters to you. Donations in support of Parkinson’s and Dementia research can be made via Kevin’s website : https://www.kevinwhitaker.art/donate If you wish to plant a tree, consider www.massawippi.org the local foundation that takes care of Kevin’s favourite paradise.
Kevin will be honoured in Toronto on Saturday, February 1, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Holy Trinity Church (by the Eaton Centre), and in North Hatley in May. Details will be posted on Kevin’s website: kevinwhitaker.art
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Marie
Dear Marie - my deepest sympathies to you.
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Marie Moliner
I met Kevin only once but I deeply felt his impact . He tilted his head and heard beyond the words I was speaking. Marie, you have received love and have given love. Your heart brims with love. Je t'envoie mes pensées et sympathies sur un rayon de soleil. Mireille (Brisset)
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Marie, Claire and Luke
You are surrounded by love from your friends and family during this time, and of course the memory of one of the greatest loves, from Kevin.
The memories of Kevin will be a bountiful treasure for you forever. Riches greater than we could have ever anticipated.
My thoughts are with you.
Heartfelt condolences,
Marianne
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Marie, Luke and Claire
Kevin was most certainly not a man that you meet every day. He was an accomplished athlete, a consummate aesthete, a Klever advocate, and our very dear and treasured playmate. From our earliest days of camaraderie, to our innumerable evenings of revelry, to our philosophical symposiums at heritage sites such as The Cameron, Cupcake Island, Havana, Venice and the shores of îles de la Madeleine, he searched for the beautiful and joyful.
We have been humbled and inspired by the love, inspiration, devotion and courage that Kevin and Marie personified throughout their enchanted time together.
The world has lost a great man; we have lost a great friend.
Sean Dewart and Lori Newton
Whitaker / Molinar family
Dear Marie,
I am so sorry to read of Kevin's passing—my sincere condolences.
Dian
Marie, Luke, Claire
Kevin lived boldly, sharing his wisdom, kindness, and joy with everyone. Our hearts are with Marie, Luke, Claire, and the Whitaker and Moliner families.
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Marie and family.
Margie and I want to give you our most sincere sympathies on the passing of this great man. We only met him once but it was easy to see that he is a very nice fellow. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
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Dear Marie
I extend my sincere condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. Thanks for sharing Kevin’s art over the years. May he rest in peace.
Warmest regards,
Neil Price
Marie
Marie-my deepest condolences for your loss. You were at his side throughout Kevin’s journey and a true role model for what it means to care for someone you love so deeply. I worked with Kevin on setting up the College of Trades. He was so proud of this momentous piece of legislation but his first thought was as a father and he invited Luke to the House as the Bill was introduced. That moment has stayed with me till now. Take care Marie and big virtual hug.
Marie
Marie,
Our deepest condolences to you and the family. Kevin fought hard and left behind a beautiful legacy in art.
Martha
Marie Molner
Dear Marie,
My sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved husband, Kevin.
It seems to me that you two
Were able to squeeze every last bit of positive energy out of your challenging life together.
I hope that many positive memories will give you some comfort and peace at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Joan Cohen
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Marie
Hello Marie, my heartfelt condolences to you and family.
Marie
What a beautiful tribute to a life well lived. Marie, you are an example of love through all times. As Kevin rests peacefully you and your family will have those wonderful memories he created through music and art.
Marie Moliner
Marie, please accept condolences from me and Gianna on Kevin's passing. He was always a buddy of mine and a great man. We all miss him and think of him regularly. I'm sorry we're out of country on February 1st and won't be able to see you then. But we'll see you soon.
Marie, Claire and Luke
I am deeply saddened on Kevin's passing and know that while this may seem to be the end of his journey, his legacy, his spirt, "he" will continue to live in the way he touched others throughout his career, his good will and dedication, opening our eyes through his art. Just being Kevin, just being who he was. He has inspired us not only to ponder, but to act, and to dream and reach beyond our personal obstacles. I hope that memories bring you comfort, peace and yes even laughter and carry you through this sad time.
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