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Vincent Keenan Obituary

KEENAN, Vincent J. Of Arlington, died at the Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge on Tuesday, October 19, 2010. Born in Somerville on April 14, 1944 to the late Vincent and Josephine (Cleary) Keenan, he was 66. Beloved husband of 36 years to Karen (Ladny) Keenan. Loving Father of Karen Elizabeth & the late Shawn M. Dear Brother of Veronica Ventura of FL, Peter Ventura, Joseph Keenan, and the late David Ventura and Robert Keenan. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass in St. Agnes Church, 30 Medford St., Arlington on Monday at 9:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Services will conclude with burial in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Late Vietnam Air Force Veteran. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 0170. For obituary, directions or to send a condolencevisit www.keefefuneralhome.com. Arrangements by the Keefe Funeral Homes, ARLINGTON and Cambridge.

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 20 to Oct. 21, 2010.

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George

November 14, 2024

Vinnie, its been a long, long time since we were in Saint Polycarps School.

Dennis Parker

October 14, 2023

Hey Vinnie, It is Sgt Parker again, been 2 years since last message. Our time at Udorn and Ubon working on F-4's, playing pinochle and drinking a little Singhai Beer were great times and good memories. I still think of you often, I was lucky to have those days being stationed with you. Looks like you had a wonderful family. Til next year, Dennis Parker

Dennis Parker

October 8, 2021

Vinny, It has been 53 years since the last time we were together. Ubon RTAFB in Thailand. We became pretty close pals during that year, and our time together at Shaw AFB tech school preparing for overseas assignment. Sorry we couldn't get together again, but I have thought about you many times over the decades. You and I, along with Clayton Johnson had some good times as well as doing our best to accomplish the mission. Clayton just passed away in May of this year, so he will probably be looking you up. Besides being a heck of I friend, you sure had an awesome Boston accent. Rest in peace, til we meet again. Dennis Parker

Paul Boyden

November 5, 2010

Although we only knew Vinny for a short period he was always a pleasure to talk and be with at the DAV post 27 in Somerville.Take care, Vinny my friend. Paul

Debbie LeBlanc

October 23, 2010

Hi Vinny. I will always remember all the great times we had for over 30 yrs, we always had a great laugh when you were around I will miss your smile and your hugs. You will always be my uncle in my heart,say hi to my dad for me. Love you always Deb

Frank Ladny

October 23, 2010

Hi Vince, Many years have passed before I got to know you for a short time. I enjoyed knowing a wonderful and loving man even for a short time. I wish I had more of a chance to know you over the years.

October 22, 2010

Hi Vince,

I thought I wrote in this yesterday, but I guess it didn't go through. You are now an angel in heaven w/nana. I'm sure you are making some nice strong drinks for her! Watch over your family they need you... I'm soo sorry Karen & Pumpkin... If you need anything please contact me. My nana always considered you family I would like to keep it that way.. . Love Marci xoxoxox

peter ventura

October 21, 2010

Vince: I can only hope that the way we were taught by our Mother is true and you by now have met up again with those who have gone before us!! Pete

October 21, 2010

A VFW Prayer;
Eternal Father,giver and sustainer of life, we come before You in the joy of our Faith and in thanksgiving for the life of Vincent J. Keenan. We commend the soul of our departed Comrade to You. Lord, we ask You to help us honor the memory of Vincent J. Keenan by service to the living.
Amen.

Mike Rivera,
Chaplain
VFW Post 1012
Medford, MA

Deirdre Thebodo

October 21, 2010

Vince, we will miss you so much.

Love,
Deirdre and Samantha

October 21, 2010

A VFW Prayer;
Eternal Father, giver and sustainer of life, we come before You in the joy of our Faith and in thanksgiving for the life of Vincent J. Keenan. We commend the soul of our departed Comrade to You. Lord, we ask You to help us honor the memory of Vincent J. Keenan by service to the living.
Amen.

Mike Rivera,
Chaplain
VFW Post 1012,
Medford, MA

Tracy Ventura

October 21, 2010

Uncle Vinny, I will always keeep you in my heart. I love you always and forever!
Tracy Ventura

Tracy Ventura

October 21, 2010

My dearest Uncle Vinny. A long time went by that we seen eachother but I will always remember your smile and your hugs. The day you walked me down the aisle, I held your hand so strong. I will always remember you in my heart. I wish I had one more chance to say how much I love you and have missed you in my life, and will always keep you and the family in my heart and thoughts. You are now with my Nana Jo, my mom, and my dad. Love you Always, Tracy Ventura

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