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Kevin Charles Kehs
Kevin Charles Kehs passed away of natural causes on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at his vacation home in Corolla, North Carolina. He was 67.
Kevin spent his childhood in Schwenksville, Pa., where he attended Perkiomen Valley High School and lettered in wrestling, football, and track & field. He received several scholarship offers for both football and wrestling and accepted a wrestling scholarship to Duke University. He was named Outstanding Wrestler there in 1977-78, and was Atlantic Coast Conference Runner Up in 1978-79.
After graduating, Kevin returned home to become the fifth-generation owner and operator of A. F. Leidy Hardware Inc., which he ran for over four decades. Sports remained a big part of his life. In addition to a lifelong passion for golf, Kevin supported the athletic careers of his own kids, as well as the kids of countless other family members and friends. Eventually, he returned to PV High as Coach Kehs on the football and wrestling teams.
Kevin was preceded in death by his father, James Kehs, his mother, Marie Kehs, and his brother, Jeffrey Kehs. He is survived by sons Julian, Charles (Jen) and James (Megan) Kehs and sister, Jamie Kawalek, as well as five grandchildren–Olivia, Colin, Isobel, Chloe and Aubrey Kehs–his ex-wife, Sara Kehs, and nieces Julie Guerre-Chaley and Rachel Wells.
Kevin will be remembered for his love of history, loud rock music, large vehicles and the ocean. But most of all, it is his abundant love for and loyalty to family and friends that will live on. Those he left behind feel his absence deeply.
A gathering to celebrate Kevin’s life and share stories will be hosted by his family Aug. 11, 2025 from 2-6pm at Perkiomen Township Pavilion and Fire Hall at 485 Gravel Pike, Collegeville, Pa., 19426. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to the Kevin C. Kehs Memorial Scholarship Fund to support the careers of future PV High School athletes. Checks can be written to the Montgomery County Fund with “Kevin C. Kehs Memorial Fund” in the memo line or dedicated to the same fund online at https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/mcf-donate. Please share a message of comfort online at gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services was entrusted with arrangements.
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We will miss him ever so dearly.
To all his family, our prayers are with you. We are thankful for the time and memories we shared with Kevin. He will be sadly missed by all. Rest in peace Kevin 🙏
Ĥeavy Kevi , you now have a chance to grapple with God, maybe the angels, win or lose your'e in a good place. God Bless
I’m praying for the family of Coach Kehs, he provided me along with many other young men opportunities to grow through his mentorship and guidance. He was an honest man and cared about the youth he worked with. Rest in peace sir!
He was the funniest coach ever and a great man
I would like to extend my thoughts and prayers to the beloved family and friends of Coach Kehs. What an incredible blessing it was to have been coached and mentored by Kevin Kehs, the positivity, love, and hope he instilled and radiated in those around him is what I feel I can carry with me close to my heart for as long as I live. To Coach Kehs, though your time here has come to an end, know that I love you, we love you, and you’ve impacted us all in such a profound and loving way. You helped mold me into the man I am today and I will be forever grateful for you. Thank you for leaving this world better than you found it.❤️
Coach Kehs was a genuine soul. I remember he always brought laughter and energy to our PV football practices, riding his motorcycle onto the field and handing out candy to us behind the other coaches backs. Rest in peace Coach ❤️
if we all continue the gentle kindness that Kevin always showed others the world will be a better place God bless his family
May your happy and loving memories give you peace and comfort during this challenging time. Kevin was such a fantastic guy with a heart of gold. He loved coaching and giving back. He will be greatly missed! My prayers and thoughts are with the family. God Bless!
I knew Kevin from both the wrestling room and our fraternity at Duke. Amusing, intelligent, sarcastic, a good friend. Fortunate enough to reconnect with him in Savannah a few years ago. Will miss our chats that flew back and forth during Duke football and basketball seasons.
Jamie, on behalf of Karen and myself, I wish to express my deepest sympathy. I was heartbroken to hear of Kevin's passing and was in utter disbelief. We've been friends since junior high, and I never imagined that one day he wouldn't be there anymore. Still, I have great memories, especially of all the fun we had. Kevin brought his lighthearted humor and sarcasm into all the business and social interactions effortlessly, always making people laugh, or smile, or just plain happy. He will be deeply missed by many.
My condolences to family and loved ones. Kevin was so kind to me when I was so new as an ATO. May his example be a guide for us all. He was a wonderful brother. Thanks for letting me celebrate his life- stay strong.
A great loss of a dear friend. I will always cherish the recent gatherings we had with Kevin and a few of our other Duke Frat Brothers. we will miss him dearly
Coach Kehs was a great coach and an even better role model. We will miss him tremendously.
Sara and family, Kevin was a big man with a big personality but also a good man with a love for others as witnessed by his generosity and concern for them. I am happy to have been his friend. Dave
My deepest condolences to Kevins family and all of his loved ones. I was so sorry to hear about his passing. He has touched so many lives with his kindness and compassion. He will me missed for so many reasons. Please accept my sympathy.
Our thought and prayers are with everyone. We have enjoyed being with Kevin at football games and celebrations over the course of the years since graduating from college. We will miss him and will be thinking about him. Love, Jim and Liz McMahon
My condolences to the family. Always sad to lose a loved one.
Kevin was a great fraternity brother and friend…. Great to reconnect with him the past few springs in Hilton Head with ATO brothers and teammates.
I’m grateful to have had a relationship with coach Kehs! He was a good man and he will be missed.
I’m grateful to have had a relationship with coach Kehs. He was a good man and he will be missed.
I met Kevin my 1st year as a football coach at PV. He was a tackle. Much later we had fun coaching the West 7th grade football team. He was a good coach and an even better person. He was a valued member of the PV family. I taught with Jamie at South Elementary. My condolences to the family. Kevin will be missed !!
We send our sincere condolences to the Kehs family. We are thinking of you during this difficult time and sending our love. May your wonderful memories with him bring a smile on this sad day.
Wishing the best to all family and friends. Coach Kehs was an incredible influence and helped guide me on the field, on the mat, and in life. I can’t be thankful enough for all he has helped me accomplish.
Our deepest sympathies to all in his family he has left behind. We have spent many hours with him and other friends enjoying his craziness and never ending lust for life he was a true friend and will be dearly missed.Love ya brother
Good to see everyone at the Celebration of Life event in Perkiomen Twp. Once again, condolences, thoughts and prayers from me and Peggy. Steve
On behalf of the Domine family and the alumni board of Perkiomen Valley Youth Football we are deeply saddened at the loss of Coach Kehs. We remember him fondly and are all better for knowing him. Kevin touched the hearts of so many young football players and left his imprint on their spirits, my own sons included. You will be missed "Mister".
We will miss him ever so dearly.
To all his family, our prayers are with you. We are thankful for the time and memories we shared with Kevin. He will be sadly missed by all. Rest in peace Kevin 🙏
Ĥeavy Kevi , you now have a chance to grapple with God, maybe the angels, win or lose your’e in a good place. God Bless
I’m praying for the family of Coach Kehs, he provided me along with many other young men opportunities to grow through his mentorship and guidance. He was an honest man and cared about the youth he worked with. Rest in peace sir!
He was the funniest coach ever and a great man
I would like to extend my thoughts and prayers to the beloved family and friends of Coach Kehs. What an incredible blessing it was to have been coached and mentored by Kevin Kehs, the positivity, love, and hope he instilled and radiated in those around him is what I feel I can carry with me close to my heart for as long as I live. To Coach Kehs, though your time here has come to an end, know that I love you, we love you, and you’ve impacted us all in such a profound and loving way. You helped mold me into the man I am today and I will be forever grateful for you. Thank you for leaving this world better than you found it.❤️
Coach Kehs was a genuine soul. I remember he always brought laughter and energy to our PV football practices, riding his motorcycle onto the field and handing out candy to us behind the other coaches backs. Rest in peace Coach ❤️
if we all continue the gentle kindness that Kevin always showed others the world will be a better place God bless his family
May your happy and loving memories give you peace and comfort during this challenging time. Kevin was such a fantastic guy with a heart of gold. He loved coaching and giving back. He will be greatly missed! My prayers and thoughts are with the family. God Bless!
I knew Kevin from both the wrestling room and our fraternity at Duke. Amusing, intelligent, sarcastic, a good friend. Fortunate enough to reconnect with him in Savannah a few years ago. Will miss our chats that flew back and forth during Duke football and basketball seasons.
Jamie, on behalf of Karen and myself, I wish to express my deepest sympathy. I was heartbroken to hear of Kevin’s passing and was in utter disbelief. We’ve been friends since junior high, and I never imagined that one day he wouldn’t be there anymore. Still, I have great memories, especially of all the fun we had. Kevin brought his lighthearted humor and sarcasm into all the business and social interactions effortlessly, always making people laugh, or smile, or just plain happy. He will be deeply missed by many.
My condolences to family and loved ones. Kevin was so kind to me when I was so new as an ATO. May his example be a guide for us all. He was a wonderful brother. Thanks for letting me celebrate his life- stay strong.
A great loss of a dear friend. I will always cherish the recent gatherings we had with Kevin and a few of our other Duke Frat Brothers. we will miss him dearly
Coach Kehs was a great coach and an even better role model. We will miss him tremendously.
Sara and family,
Kevin was a big man with a big personality but also a good man with a love for others as witnessed by his generosity and concern for them. I am happy to have been his friend. Dave
My deepest condolences to Kevins family and all of his loved ones. I was so sorry to hear about his passing. He has touched so many lives with his kindness and compassion. He will me missed for so many reasons. Please accept my sympathy.
Our thought and prayers are with everyone. We have enjoyed being with Kevin at football games and celebrations over the course of the years since graduating from college. We will miss him and will be thinking about him. Love, Jim and Liz McMahon
My condolences to the family. Always sad to lose a loved one.
Kevin was a great fraternity brother and friend…. Great to reconnect with him the past few springs in Hilton Head with ATO brothers and teammates.
I’m grateful to have had a relationship with coach Kehs! He was a good man and he will be missed.
I’m grateful to have had a relationship with coach Kehs. He was a good man and he will be missed.
I met Kevin my 1st year as a football coach at PV. He was a tackle. Much later we had fun coaching the West 7th grade football team. He was a good coach and an even better person. He was a valued member of the PV family. I taught with Jamie at South Elementary. My condolences to the family. Kevin will be missed !!
We send our sincere condolences to the Kehs family. We are thinking of you during this difficult time and sending our love. May your wonderful memories with him bring a smile on this sad day.
Wishing the best to all family and friends. Coach Kehs was an incredible influence and helped guide me on the field, on the mat, and in life. I can’t be thankful enough for all he has helped me accomplish.
Our deepest sympathies to all in his family he has left behind. We have spent many hours with him and other friends enjoying his craziness and never ending lust for life he was a true friend and will be dearly missed.Love ya brother
Good to see everyone at the Celebration of Life event in Perkiomen Twp. Once again,
condolences, thoughts and prayers from me and Peggy.
Steve
On behalf of the Domine family and the alumni board of Perkiomen Valley Youth Football we are deeply saddened at the loss of Coach Kehs. We remember him fondly and are all better for knowing him. Kevin touched the hearts of so many young football players and left his imprint on their spirits, my own sons included. You will be missed “Mister”.