Christopher Sean Kickham

KICKHAM, Christopher Sean. Of Needham, formerly of Brookline, passed away unexpectedly on September 30, 2026, at the age of 62.

He was the loving son of the late John W. and Dorothy M. (Callahan) Kickham. Beloved brother of Mary F. Carney and her husband, Barney, of Savin Hill; Rev. Robert T. Kickham of Brookline; William D. Kickham of Westwood; Dorothy A. Kickham of Brookline; Timothy C. Kickham of Falmouth Heights; Terese S. “Tracy” McLaughlin and her husband, Michael, of Needham; Kathleen E. “Kathy” O’Dea and her husband, John, of West Roxbury; and the late John W. Kickham, Jr. and Carol Kickham Perkins and her surviving spouse Ralph Perkins of West Roxbury.

He is also survived by his ten cherished nieces and nephews and his great nephew, James and great niece, Dottie

In addition to his parents and siblings, Chris was predeceased by his beloved rescue dog and longtime companion, Freddy.

In keeping with Chris’s wishes, his funeral services will be held privately. If desired, contributions in memory of Chris may be made to the Animal Rescue League of Boston, 55 Anna’s Place, Dedham, MA. 02026 or www.arlboston.org