The 57-year-old passed away on January 23, 2025, due to multiple organ failure.
Highlights
- Kevin Bundy, a beloved basketball coach at Bishop Brossart High School, Alexandria, Kentucky, passed away on January 23, 2025, at the age of 57 due to multiple organ failure.
- He is survived by his parents, Paula and Ted Bundy, who reside in Union, Kentucky.
- Kevin Bundy significantly impacted the basketball community, coaching both boys and girls basketball teams at Bishop Brossart and serving as the athletic director.
- He led the girls’ basketball team to the 10th Region championship in 2021.
Kevin Doyle Bundy, a beloved figure in the world of high school basketball, passed away on January 23, 2025, at the St. Elizabeth Hospital in Edgewood, Kentucky, at the age of 57 due to multiple organ failure.
Known for his dedication to the sport and his impactful coaching career, Bundy’s death has left a void in the community he served so passionately.
Kevin Bundy’s passing was a significant loss to the Bishop Brossart High School community and the broader basketball world.
He was born on July 10, 1967, at the Oakland Naval Hospital in California and spent most of his life in Erlanger, Kentucky.
Bundy graduated from Lloyd Memorial High School and Northern Kentucky University, where he began to cultivate his passion for basketball and coaching.
Kevin Is Survived By His Parents, Paula And Ted
Kevin is survived by his parents, Paula and Ted Bundy, who reside in Union, Kentucky.
Paula and Ted have been pillars of support throughout Kevin’s life and career.
They have expressed their deep sorrow over the loss of their son, remembering him as a dedicated coach, a loving son, and a passionate mentor to many young athletes.
Paula and Ted have chosen to honor Kevin’s memory by requesting donations to Save the Children in lieu of flowers.
Kevin Bundy was preceded in death by his younger brother, Kristopher Darin Bundy.
Kristopher’s passing was a significant event in Kevin’s life.
Kevin will be laid to rest beside his brother at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Erlanger.
Kevin Bundy Had An Illustrious Decades-Long Coaching Career
Kevin Bundy’s career in basketball coaching spanned several decades and left an indelible mark on the communities he served.
He began coaching with the Bailey’s Shell club baseball team in the early 1990s but soon transitioned to basketball, where his true passion lay.
Kevin Bundy begins his 2nd season as the girls coach at Bishop Brossart pic.twitter.com/s6zfcqLDZk
— Danny Weddle (@DannyEWeddle) November 19, 2017
Kevin started coaching at Tichenor Middle School and then moved on to Highlands High School, where he served as a varsity boys’ assistant coach, helping lead the team to four regional championships in five years.
In 2016, Kevin became the head girls’ basketball coach at Bishop Brossart High School in Alexandria, Kentucky.
Under his leadership, the team achieved remarkable success, including winning the 10th Region championship in 2021 and advancing to the Sweet 16.
Bundy was a key figure in NKY hoops. He pioneered the Blacktop League at Silverlake (https://t.co/GjWPTLT05J) and led the Bishop Brossart girls basketball team to the 10th Region title in 2021.
— Evan Dennison (@EvanDennison1) January 24, 2025
May he rest in peace. https://t.co/MmANYC52zJ
Kevin’s coaching philosophy emphasized not only athletic excellence but also personal growth and character development.
He was known for his ability to inspire and mentor young athletes, helping them reach their full potential both on and off the court.
Kevin Bundy was one of the athletic directors I coached under at Bishop Brossart. Always good to talk with, very supportive of our efforts with football. He was also one heck of a basketball coach. Rest in peace Coach Bundy https://t.co/2vjgSn7AUZ
— Vincent T. Nerone (@vn2saints) January 25, 2025
Kevin also served as the athletic director at Bishop Brossart for five years, playing a key role in the construction of the $2 million outdoor Mustang Athletic Complex.
His contributions to the school’s athletic programs were significant, and his legacy will be remembered by many.
Bundy Was Also A Talented Writer
In addition to his coaching career, Kevin was a talented writer.
He wrote for the Dixie News and other local newspapers, sharing his personal insights and sparking many debates through his regular column, “Bundy’s Bets.“
Kevin’s impact extended beyond the basketball court.
For 31 years, he ran the Blacktop League, an outdoor fall basketball league for children in grades 3-8.
Since its inception in 1993, the league has helped over 7,000 future high school players enhance their skills and develop a love for the game.
Kevin’s dedication to youth sports and his commitment to mentoring young athletes have left a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire future generations.
His parents, Paula and Ted Bundy, along with the entire community, mourn the loss of a remarkable individual who touched the lives of many.
Kevin’s legacy will live on through the countless athletes he mentored and the lasting impact he made on the world of high school basketball.
Additional Information
- A visitation was held on January 29, 2025, at Linnemann Funeral Home in Erlanger, followed by a funeral service on January 30.
- Donations to Save the Children can be made through their official website or by calling their donor services at 1-800-728-3843.
