Obituary: Mark Kilcline, 23

The following obituary was provided by Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home in Warwick.

Mark Francis Kilcline of North Kingstown passed away Monday, Apr. 1 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was 23 years old.

Kilcline was the son of Kathleen A. Kilcline and the brother of Maegan E. Kilcline. He is survived by his paternal grandmother, Mariette Burroughs and her husband Jack; his father Brian McCormick; aunts and uncles Michael and Karen Kilcline, Linda and Scott Battista, Pamela and Brian Jennings, and Kimberly Kilcline; cousins Thomas, Kaitlyn, and Hannah Battista, and Aidan and Liam Kilcline. He was also cherished by his late grandparents Louise and Francis Kilcline, and his uncle, the late Russell Glawson.  

Kilcline will be remembered by many as an extraordinary friend and humanitarian. Throughout his short life but long journey, he touched many hearts; leaving many friends and caregivers expressing that they are now better people through having known him. Kilcline is noted as strong but gentle, brilliant yet humble, and endlessly loving. He had a strong passion for music which he loved to share with all. He loved all animals, and held fond memories of his pets.

His sense of humor was one of his most well developed and noticeable strengths. His sharp wit in conversation, his appreciation of absurd and situational comedy, and his ability to make just the right joke; these may be the strongest memories many will keep. His gift for understanding complexities made it a joy to discuss politics, history and philosophy with Kilcline. Such gifts also enabled him to show great compassion not only for his loved ones, but for people all over the world, especially those who were suffering.

Kilcline was a supporter of various local and international charities, and had looked forward to a life of work in service to others. He was a regular donor to The St. John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group, which provides crucial eye care and helps to alleviate poverty in Gaza, the West Bank and East Jerusalem. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to this organization will be appreciated. http://www.stjohneyehospital.org.

A celebration of his Life will be held Monday, April 8, 2013 at 6 p.m. in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Avenue, Warwick.