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William S. Keenan, M.D. MURRIETA -- Loving husband, father, grandfather, great- grandfather, friend and physician, passed away Tuesday, November 16, 2010. He was born July 28, 1916 in Buffalo, N.Y., the first of four children. Bill's medical degree was from the University at Buffalo and his residency in Internal Medicine was at the Lahey Clinic in Boston, Mass. He also served as an Army Medical Officer during and after W.W.II. He practiced medicine in his home town of Buffalo for a few years before settling in Rockford, Ill., in 1950 where he practiced until 1968. In 1968, he moved his family to Long Beach, Calif., joining the Harriman Jones Medical Group where he built another thriving practice for the next 25 years before retiring in the early 1990s. Bill and Helen retired to the Colony at California Oaks in Murrieta, Calif., and moved to Fresno in 2007. Bill enjoyed family, travel, politics and golf. He was also a voracious reader and amateur writer. He completed his self published memoirs entitled "A Doctor Remembers" when he turned 90. Bill is survived by Helen, his wife of 65 years; four children, son and daughter-in-law,Terry and Alice Keenan (Glenview, Ill.); daughter and son-in-law, Anne and Paul Ogden (Fresno, Calif.); son and daughter- in-law, Tim and Linda Keenan (Cypress, Calif.); daughter and son-in-law, Tina and John Lane (Oakdale, Calif.); brother, Tom Keenan (Niagara Falls, N.Y.); brother-in-law and wife, Joseph and Pat Torma (New Town, Conn.); and eight grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com

Published by North County Times on Dec. 5, 2010.
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For Tim and Linda--My deep condolences for the loss of your wonderful father. And thank you kindly for adding your remembrance to my father's (Keith Krueger's) guest book. I know your father's name well and remember Dad speaking fondly and highly of him. He had a long and productive life and must have been very proud of all his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. I would love to read Dr. Keenan's memoir.

Carolyn Krueger

March 8, 2011

We have only good and happy thoughts of Uncle Bill & Aunt Helen.

John & Dean'a Banasky

December 15, 2010

John & Dean'a Banasky

December 15, 2010

Uncle Tim,
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. He was a very caring man, and will be missed. Our deepest condolences.

Jen and Mitch

December 10, 2010

Terry, Mrs. Keenan, Anne, Tim, and Tina: It seems like only yesterday that I used to head down the street to spend time at the Keenans. I always wondered if we would connect again after you left Rockford. Unfortunately, it seems that we only do so in situations such as the passing of a family member. My deepest condolences to all of you on the loss of your father, husband, and one of my role models. The very best to you and yours. With sincerest sympathy, Bob Schafer

December 7, 2010

Tim, our condolences to you and your entire family. Your dad was a great guy, so willing to help everyone. We especially remember his help with Jennifer when she was so ill on a visit to you, just one of many times he reached out to help our family.

Darrel & Renae Gleason

December 5, 2010

Tim,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I will let the Harriman Jones folks know. Your dad was a great man--I know this through his patients; I still see many of them. He will be missed very much. God bless you and your family.

Jeff, Teri, Amanda, Brandon, and Madelyn.

December 5, 2010

To all the Keenan family

We just read about Bill's passing. We especially enjoyed all the pics of the family.

Bill had a wonderful career & family

December 4, 2010

On the few occasions Connie and I met Tims dad, we were impressed. We could see where Tim got his character.Our condolences to the family.

Don & Connie

Don & Connie Wesling

December 3, 2010

Tim Keenan

December 3, 2010

Tim Keenan

December 3, 2010

Tim Keenan

December 3, 2010

Dr. Keenan lived a full and rich life. We thank his family for his generous service to our country. We hope the memories of his long and fruitful life console his loved ones, especially our friends Tim and Linda who always spoke of him with such great admiration and affection.

Jim and Peggy Normandin

December 2, 2010

My dad was truly an inspiration and we are so touched by the support we've had from friends and by so many the lives he's touched over the years. Thank you.

Tim & Linda Keenan

December 2, 2010

Tim Keenan

December 2, 2010

What an amazing and full life Dr. Keenan lived. The apple sure didn't fall far from the tree when it comes to his son Tim. Our deep condolences go out to Mrs. Keenan and the entire family. God bless you.

Terri & Todd Seymore

December 2, 2010

My condolences to the Keenan family especially my dearest friend, Anne...Thank you Dr. Keenan for giving me the best friend I could hope for! This reflects highly on you :)

Nancy Bock

December 2, 2010

Doctor Keenan was very much loved by Henry Montez and the Montez family. He was a wonderful doctor and gave so much goodness all of his life. He will be missed.

December 2, 2010

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