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RICHARD KEELEY Obituary

RICHARD J. KEELEY, 92, of Fort Wayne, died on Thursday, June 28, 2012, 5:25 a.m., at Coventry Meadows. Born April 7, 1920, in Fort Wayne, he was the son of the late Raymond J. Keeley and Marie Esther (Haas). He served in the Army and was a railroad carman with Norfolk Southern for 40 years. He was a member of Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, CCC's. Surviving are his daughers, Paula Mattingly and Coleen c. Silk; son, Bruce Keeley; brothers, Donald Keeley and William Keeley; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Helen (Reprogle) Keeley; a brother; and a grandchild. Funeral service is 1 p.m. Monday at C.M. Sloan & Sons Funeral Home, 1327 N. Wells St., with calling two hours prior. Father Joe officiating. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Preferred memorials to Masses.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Jul. 1, 2012.

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Steven Strahm

July 7, 2012

Bruce and family. I'm so sorry to hear about you Father's passing. May the Lord welcome him with open arm, where family and friends embrace him. (what a joyous reunion it will be) It's been along time since I've seen you Bruce, Hope you still remember me. Your fourth street friend.

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