GoFundMe Appeal For Kevin Heyward, Half-Century Owner Of New Haven Staple Kevin's Seafood, Forced To Shutter
By Ellyn Santiago
Published on April 15, 2026.
Kevin Heyward, the owner of Kevin's Seafood in New Haven, has been forced to close his half-century business in 2025 due to medical issues and "unforeseen circumstances". His family is seeking donations through a GoFundMe appeal to help Heyward establish what he worked so hard to build. The restaurant, which served quality seafood and employs hundreds of dedicated individuals over the years, served as a household name. The appeal aims to raise funds for Heyward's medical costs and other vital expenses.
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