Kevin First Jr.

Kevin Dean First Jr., 27, of Poplar died Thursday, May 20, 2021, in Poplar.

He was born in Yankton, S.D., March 18, 1994, to Patricia Kay Emery-First and Kevin First Sr. He attended High School in Poplar, where he graduated as well. He was raised by his grandparents.

He always had a smile for everyone and anyone. He was very friendly, fun-loving and kind hearted. His laugh was infectious and never let anyone be sad around him. No matter what was happening, he always found a reason to smile.

He enjoyed listening to music, ranging from country to metal and more. He also loved socializing and made many friends. He was definitely a friendly and kind person. He loved taking cruises and spending time with people.

He started his working career at Albertsons. He was a certified welder and volunteered at the mission in Poplar. He then worked with Sidney Sugars, followed by fencing. He took up farming where he branded cattle and moved hay bales. He worked as a laborer at CSP, cutting lawns, yard work, etc. and also dabbled in carpentry.

He is survived by his grandparents, Jerome and Florence First; father, Kevin First Sr.; brothers,: Justin, Joshua and Jacob; sister, Grace Azure; adopted brothers, Jeremiah, Francis, Joseph and Weylin.

A wake was held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 2, at the Poplar Cultural Center. Interment will follow the following day at St. Francis Cemetery in St. Francis, S.D. Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.