Keith William Furey

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Keith Furey Obituary

Furey, Keith William

Keith William Furey, 48, of New City, NY, died on Thursday, June 30, 2011. Keith was a dedicated family man and pillar of the community. Keith attended and graduated from St. Augustine School in New City, Clarkstown South High School where he was Capt. of the Varsity swim team and played Lacrosse. He also attended The Air Force Academy then went on to and graduated from Manhattan College with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. He worked for various companies throughout the years then settled into his own freelancing Engineering Co. K. W. FUREY ENGINEERING. He was also Engineer for the Village of Mamaroneck, NY for several years. Keith was a Cub Scout, Boy Scout and earned the rank of Eagle Scout and continued his love and dedication to the Boy Scouts of America by becoming Cubmaster of Pack 79, St. Augustine Church New City. Then he became Scoutmaster of Troop 79, St. Augustine Church New City. He held many positions in the Hudson Valley Council and remained active throughout his illness until this past spring. His other great love was for volunteering to coach for the Condors swim team. Then coached the Clarkstown North & South High School boy's varsity swim team. Through out his life, Keith has inspired many people especially those who were involved in Scouts and swimming. He put his heart and passion into all he did. Keith lived life to its fullest and anyone who knew him was touched by his kindness and compassion. He was a dedicated and loving family man as well as a great friend to many. His skills, teaching abilities, and tireless volunteerism have enriched the community and touched many lives. Keith was Pre-deceased by his father James M. Furey. He is survived by his mother Virginia A. Furey (D'Auria), wife Deanna D. Furey (Schepisi), stepchildren Dominique and Frank Carpenito. Children, James, Michael, and Marianne and Grandson Ayden Carpenito. Brother Thomas M. Furey and wife Karen Furey, niece and nephews, Megan, Nicholas and Liam Furey . Visitation will be held at the Hannemann Funeral Home, Inc. in Nyack on Sunday, July 3rd from 6-9pm. Visitation will take place again on Mon. July 4th from 3-5pm & 7-9pm at St. Augusinte's RC Church in New City, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tues. at 11am at St. Augustine's RC Church. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS THE FAMILY PREFERS AND ENCOURAGES DONATIONS to Assistance in Health Care, c/o Cancer Treatment Centers of America 1331 East Wyoming Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19124, Attn. Brian McEvilly or United Hospice of Rockland 11 Stokum Lane, New City, NY 10956.

Hannemann Funeral Home, Inc.

88 South Broadway

Nyack, NY

(845) 358-0573

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Published by The Journal News on Jul. 2, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Keith Furey

4 Entries

Piacente Family

June 26, 2021

Although Keith is no longer here with us in person his memory lives on forever. Keith played such a postive role in my son Sean's life and always was such a positive role model. Today my son Sean is a diving coach and many of the things Keith taught him has lived on as he moves on and coach's other children. Keith has touched many people lives and he will never be forgotten. Thank you Keith for all you did and to his family may all the wonderful memories bring a smile to your face and peace in your heart. God Bless

July 6, 2011

Our prayers will continue to be with the Furey family. My God bless them with the strength as they go through this time of sorrow. With love, The Rovegno Family, ( Faith, Jeanne & Rick)

Eileen Piacente

July 2, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

July 2, 2011

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

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