Kevin R. Kehoe: 1955-2022

Aspire software co-founder and industry consultant, Kevin R. Kehoe, died Sept. 30. He was 67 years old. Kehoe had battled Stage 4 colo-rectal cancer since 2014, according to Kehoe Family Foundation website.

Kehoe, with his wife, Lorraine, launched the foundation in 2021 to encourage generational giving by involving nephews, nieces and children to carry on their vision.

His autobiography, "One Hit Wonder: The Real-life Adventures of an Average Guy and the Lessons He Learned Along the Way," was released in 2022.

He was recently honored with the National Association of Landscape Professionals' Lifetime Leadership Award for his years of service to the industry as a consultant, entrepreneur and philanthropist. 

Aspire co-founder Mark Tipton said: "I am heartbroken but also overcome with gratitude for the opportunities that Kevin has provided for the Aspire team. Kevin was not just a pillar throughout Aspire's growth, but a true friend to so many. I can’t imagine our industry will see another leader as special as Kevin; he was brilliant, passionate, and filled to the brim with grit. I am extremely grateful to have known Kevin and will miss him very much. Thank you, Kevin, for making Aspire possible."