Kevin Andrew Drikow passed away on December 25, 2023, in St. Louis, Missouri and is at peace after battling a long illness. He was 60 years old.
Born in St. Louis, Kevin was the son of Marlyn B. and Dorothy P. Drikow. After spending his early years working in the family-owned sporting goods store, he then had a career in logistics. Kevin loved his church community and can be remembered by always telling jokes. He had a kind and giving heart. He loved to play softball and watch sports, especially the Cardinals.
Kevin is a 1981 graduate of Mehlville High School in St. Louis. He achieved an Associate of Arts in Business from Meramec Community College.
He is survived by his sister Dawn L. James (Robert) and his brothers Roy D. Drikow and Gary P. Drikow (Devon). His five nieces and nephews, Kendyl, Griffin, Gavin, Maya and Grant. His wife Linda and his parents and grandparents preceded his death. He was the grandson of Aubrey and Rachel Edwards and Bernard and O’Linda Drikow. He is the nephew and cousin to many other beloved family members.
SERVICES: The family will honor their loss in a private family memorial service. Donations can be made to the National Brain Tumor Society or the American Diabetes Association. Family is being served by Kutis City Chapel.
Miss you already, but I take comfort in your peace and that you are with your wife and our parents <3 Dawnie
Kevin was a jolly and kind hearted soul and he never had a bad word to say about anyone or had any ill will towards anyone and he never held a grudge. He loved to gamble and he loved to eat. He loved music and sports and he loved his wife dearly until she passed away in 2013 He was a great trout slayer, and had caught a lunker Trout before most of us even learned how to drive, he was my fishing buddy and even after our Dad passed we tried to go to Montauk and the Current River as often as possible. we never made it down to the trout stream one last time, and I will regret this. He always had my back even when I did something crazy or foolish, as if any of you know me well enough you know that I’m apt to do I miss him already but I know he’s in a better place with no more depression pain and suffering. We were lucky to have him for seven years instead of just the 52 weeks that they originally gave him from the outset in the first prognosis with GBM. I love you brother and I miss you so much already. Godspeed ❤️ Love —
Your Brother and Friend,
Roy
I enjoyed coming to work every night and talking with Kevin. He always had a joke to tell and a smile on his face. He will be very much missed. -Heather
Thank you Heather for your kind words and message
Sincerely
Roy Drikow