Kevin Leo Dwyer, 71, a native of South Boston and former longtime Fitchburg resident, died Mon. May 3, 2021 at his home in Gardner. He is survived by his wife, Sylvie M. Pare-Dwyer, their son Jason J. Dwyer, and a brother Richard M. Dwyer.

Raised in South Boston, Kevin was the son of the late Richard M. and Ethel L. (Baxter) Dwyer. He served honorably in the US Army during the Vietnam War, earning the sharpshooter badge. Kevin attended Wentworth Institute for mechanical engineering and completed a VA program for air conditioning and refrigeration. He worked in the industry for 37 years, including many years with MacDonald Mechanical, before retiring.

Funeral services at the Acton Funeral Home, Acton, are private. According to Kevin’s wishes, burial will be in the family lot in Mt. Hope Cemetery, West Acton, where his two infant children are interred. Memorial gifts may be made in his memory to one’s favorite organization or charity. Memorial page actonfuneralhome.com