In loving memory of

Donald Richardson Kidd
September 14, 1943 - August 17, 2018

Donald R. Kidd, Sr. age 74, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away at home with family and friends at his side on August 17, 2018. He was the husband of his Honey Ann (Sullivan) Kidd.

Born on September 14, 1943, in Fall River, MA, Donald was the son of the late Thomas W. Kidd, Jr. and the late Dorothy (McMann) Kidd.

Donald proudly served in the US Army from 1961 to 1964 with much of this time spent in Germany, a country he loved.

Donalds true passion in life was boating. He was the owner and operator of Pirate Cove Marina in Portsmouth which was founded by his father in 1967. He became one of the largest J Boat dealers in the companys history. Donald was an avid sailor/racer winning many races throughout New England.

Ultimately, Donalds passion turned to power boating, cruising extensively from Northeast Harbor, Maine to Key West, Florida, the Bahamas, and many ports in between.

In retirement, Donald, Ann and Buddy spent winters in Jupiter, Florida and continued to enjoy New England summers.


Besides his wife, Donald is survived by his son, Brandon Kidd and his wife Kristen of Portsmouth, his daughter Doreen Hayston of Ocala, FL, his step-daughter Elizabeth Lan of Pawtucket, his sister, Lois Clement and her husband Cap Willey of Portsmouth, his granddaughters, Autumn Hayston and Meredith Kidd. He also leaves behind his beloved cat and second mate Buddy.

He was preceded in death by his son, Donald R. Kidd, Jr. and his brother, Gerald Kidd.

Visiting Hours will be held on Thursday, August 30, 2018, from 11:00am - 1:00pm, in the Connors Funeral Home, 55 West Main Road, Portsmouth, followed by a Celebration of His Life Service at 1:00pm in the funeral home.

Donations in his memory may be made to the Portsmouth Volunteer Fire Dept. and Rescue Wagon Fund, P.O. Box 806, Portsmouth, RI 02871, or to the Robert Potter League For Animals, PO Box 412, Newport, RI 02840.

Condolences and additional information available at memorialfuneralhome.com

Tributes

John Sullivan wrote on Sep 27, 2018:

"Fair winds and safe passages brother. You will be missed."

Bill Walsh 3rd wrote on Sep 9, 2018:

"I grew up with the Kidd Family & worked for them.I sailed with Donald on his first sailboat"Alley Cat". Lois & Family, so sorry to hear this."

Anne Kamm wrote on Aug 26, 2018:

"Heartfelt sympathy to Brandon, Kristen and Meredith. Keeping you in my prayers.Donald brought much love and cheers to his nephews, Jeffrey and Tommy in their young lives. He use to tell them, "We will always be Kidds" in his young at heart playfulness.May he rest in peace.Anne Kamm"

Gail and Steve Ruhnke wrote on Aug 25, 2018:

"Sincere sympathy to Brandon and family for your loss. Thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers during this time. So sorry. Gail and Steve Ruhnke"

Barbara Doherty-Manchester wrote on Aug 23, 2018:

"Sending my Condolences to Doreen And the Kidd Family on the passing of Donald. I first met him when he lived in Tiverton and I babysat for Doreen. Also Don was a good friend of my dad Tom Doherty , both my dad and Donald enjoyed boating, my dad kept his sailboat at the marina.May Donald Rest In Peace."

Lisa Ponte Davey wrote on Aug 22, 2018:

"Dear Brandon and family, so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a great guy. You will be in my thoughts and prayers."

Betty and David Geary wrote on Aug 22, 2018:

"Brandon, we are so sorry for the great loss to you and your family, Prayers of comfort at this time. So sorry,"

Bobby Leary wrote on Aug 22, 2018:

"Ann and Kidd family membersLet me express my condolences. I have wonderful memories of Donald taking Christies staff to Block Island for our overnight stay. We had so much fun . I was always impressed how he would dock his 75 foot cabin cruiser in 75 foot spot between two other cabin cruisers . Absolutely amazing with a boat.BestBobby Leary"

Rosemary Davidson wrote on Aug 22, 2018:

"Sincere sympathy to the entire family. Donald and my late husband, Dr. Robert Davidson shared many laughs and the love of boats. He certainly enjoyed life. May he rest in peace.Sincerely, Rosemary Davidson"

Ralph Ruggeri wrote on Aug 21, 2018:

"Very sorry for your loss"

Joyce (Bryer) Gauthier wrote on Aug 21, 2018:

"I will always remember Donald as a fun,and full of life guy.... never without a joke or a smile on his face. May he Rest In Peace with the wind at his Bach, and the spray of the ocean around him."

Jo Anne Torres wrote on Aug 21, 2018:

"My condolences to Donalds family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult and sad time."