Kevin Michael Cole, 44 of Earleville, MD passed away on October 8, 2026.

Kevin was born on December 2, 1981 son of the late Dawn Michelle Cole McLennan. He was a lifetime resident of Earleville where he graduated from Bohemia Manor High School in 2000. For 8 years he worked for Georgetown Yacht Basin and more recently at Vireo Health in security.

Kevin was the lead singer and guitarist in 2 heavy metal bands, Seventh Chaos and A Bitter End, writing his own music and playing the Electric and Autistic guitar.

He was a 3rd degree Black Belt in Hap-Kido, Ti Kwon Do and MMA. He was an international multi-title holder. He also specialized in weaponry.

He had a spark that was undeniably unique and bright. His talent was insurmountable with so much untapped potential it couldn't be held. His love for life, family, and metal were undeniable. He had a way of touching every soul he crossed paths within an unforgettable way.

Along with his mother, Dawn Cole McLennan, he was preceded in death by his grandfather Wilson Clough.

Kevin is survived by his wife Letitia Schnitz Cole; his grandmother Betty Clough, stepfather Jimmy McLennan, Sr.; son Slade Wilson Cole; stepsons Tyler Randon-Lee Schnitz, Jakub Ian Daniels and Joseph Izieah Daniels; his brother Jimmy McLennan Jr.; and his best friend and brother Jake Confer.

Although the Valkerie saw fit to carry you to the gates of Valhalla, your legend and light will always remain. Skål

A visitation will be held on Sunday, October 18 from 2 - 4 pm in the Galena Funeral Home of Stephen L. Schaech, 118 W. Cross St. Galena, MD, where a memorial service will begin at 4 pm.