Roland "Rolly" Van Kavelaar's obituary , Passed away on November 6, 2025 in Melrose, Massachusetts

Roland "Rolly" Van Kavelaar

February 26, 1951 - November 6, 2025 (74 years old)

Melrose, Massachusetts

Roland "Rolly" Van Kavelaar's obituary , Passed away on November 6, 2025 in Melrose, Massachusetts

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Robinson Funeral Home

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Roland "Rolly" Van Kavelaar

February 26, 1951 - November 6, 2025 (74 years old)

Melrose, Massachusetts

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Roland Van Kavelaar Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Roland Van Kavelaar (Melrose, Massachusetts), whose life came to an end on November 6, 2025 at the age of 74, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his mother Janice Van Kavelaar (Visscher); and his brothers-in-law, Billy Willett and Alan Willett. He is survived by: his father Roland D. Van Kavelaar Sr.; his wife Janice Willett (Willett); his children, Jason Van Kavelaar (Tiffany) of Medford and Jennifer Van Kavelaar of Epping, NH.; his sisters, Susan Weiscopf (Eric) of Albany, NH, Phyllis McKinnon (Ron Noviello) of Pelham, NH and Mary Jane Ryan (late Robert) of Newton, NH; and his sister-in-law Merilyn Willett of Stoneham. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Donations may be made to Trinity Parish, 131 W. Emerson St., Melrose MA 02176.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Robinson Funeral Home



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Nov 11

Visitation

Robinson Funeral Home, Inc.
809 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176

Wed

Nov 12

Funeral service

Trinity Parish
131 W Emerson St, Melrose, MA 02176

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