Martha L. Shove Kevorkian, 70, of Wallingford, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 28, 2019 at Yale New Haven Hospital with her loving family by her side. Martha, affectionately known as Marty, was born in New Haven on June 18, 1949 to the late Edward F. and Arlene Winch Shove. Martha worked as a receptionist for the past 18 years at Kamco Supply Corporation of New England, where she made several lasting friendships and was known as the “Master of First Impressions”. Martha was a kind, thoughtful and generous individual who enjoyed trips to Block Island, spending time with her family and friends, but most importantly, her son and grandchildren. She always went above and beyond to show her love to them. Martha is survived by her son Kyle and his wife Liz Kevorkian, her beloved grandchildren Gianna Kevorkian, Saige and Brody Gundersen, niece Beth Devoe and nephew Donald Olsen, Jr. She is also survived by her cousin Sherry Nerreau and best friend Laurie Henson. Martha was pre-deceased by her sister Sandra Olsen. The family would like to thank the staff of Kamco Supply Corporation for their continued support of Martha and her family and would also like to extend its deepest appreciation to Smilow Cancer Center at Yale New Haven Hospital for their tireless effort and guidance.
Funeral services will be conducted in the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Saturday morning at 11:00. Interment will follow in North Haven Center Cemetery. Family and friends may call on Saturday from 10:00 am until time of service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Marty can be made to the Closer to Free Fund, which jointly supports Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven and Yale Cancer Center. Please make checks payable to Closer to Free Fund and mail to P.O. Box 1849, New Haven, CT 06508 Please include the honoree’s name on the memo line.
Marty will be truly missed. She was loved by everyone!
Her great sense of humor made us laugh all of the time.
We had so many good times, especially that day at Misquamicut and we never made it back. Life got in the way. Marty was always there for everyone. She had a big heart and was a great listener especially through the rough times.
All of our hearts are broken that she was taken to soon. See you in Heaven Marty!
Love always,
The Scarpa’s
Jeannie, Guy Sr, Guy Junior, Jenna, Jovani, Ruth Theriault & Sue Kretock.
Martha, as I affectionately called her was my best friend for over 20 years. We first met while working at the TPA in North Haven and hit it off right away. We had so many travelling “adventures” and lot of laughs. We watched each others family grow up and supported each other in any way we could. A very special lady! May you rest in Peace…
Martha, as I affectionately called her met over 20 years while working at the TPA in North Haven. We became friends right away and had many traveling “adventures” and lots of laughs over the years. We watched each others family’s grow and supported each other in any way we could. She was a very special lady and I will miss her very much. May you rest in Peace my dear friend…
My deepest sympathies. Marty was a great friend and confidant through the years.
I will always remember Martha for the sweet and funny lady she was. Many happy memories from my youth spent with her and Aunt Sandy