Kevin Scott Washburn
April 8, 1961 ~ October 3, 2025
Kevin S. Washburn, 64, of Sioux Falls, SD, passed away on October 3, 2025 in Sioux Falls.
Kevin will be cremated, and a memorial service will be held in his honor at a later date. A plaque in his memory will be placed at the South Dakota Veterans Cemetery, where friends and family are welcome to visit and remember him.
Kevin Scott Washburn was born on April 8, 1961, in Jacksonville, FL. Kevin lived a bold, adventurous, and music-filled life that touched the hearts of many.
Kevin proudly served in the United States Army from 1979 to 1982, receiving an honorable discharge. After his military service, he followed his true passion—music. With the encouragement of his beloved grandmother Jacqueline, Kevin began his musical journey on the piano before finding his voice with the guitar. He went on to form bands, play with lifelong friends, and chase his dreams all the way to Los Angeles, where he performed, auditioned, and connected with many fellow musicians—some of whom would become lifelong friends.
Kevin called many places home over the years—California, New Mexico, Texas, Florida, Georgia, and South Dakota—and carried his music with him every step of the way. Kevin released two albums, The Journey and The Gypsy’s Blood, with a third in the works at the time of his passing. His music lives on and can still be heard on various platforms, a lasting testament to his talent and spirit.
Kevin’s greatest joy in life was becoming a father to his daughter, Ashlyann Saathoff, with Andrea Salmon. He later moved to South Dakota to be closer to Ashlyann, her husband Michael, and his cherished granddaughters, Layla and April. His love for them was unwavering.
Kevin was more than a musician—he was an adventurer, a storyteller, and a friend to all. Whether diving off cliffs, rafting wild rivers, camping, or playing his guitar on stage or under the stars, Kevin embraced life with fearless enthusiasm. He was known for his big heart, generous nature, and his unwavering dedication to music and the people he loved.
Beloved father, brother, son, grandfather, cousin and friend.
Kevin is survived by his daughter, Ashlyann Saathoff and son-in-law, Michael Saathoff; his granddaughters, Layla and April Saathoff; his brother, Cameron Washburn and sister-in-law, Lisa Washburn; and his nieces, Abigail and Sarah Washburn.
Kevin was preceded in death by his mother, Jacqueline Buel; and his grandparents, Paul and Jacqueline Washburn.
Kevin Washburn was truly one of a kind—wild, kind, talented, and full of life. He will be deeply missed and never forgotten.
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