James "Jim" H. Keech, 61, of East Syracuse, died Saturday, October 16, 2010 at his home. Jim was born May 16, 1949 to James G. and Rosa B. Keech in Endicott, NY. He graduated from Vestal High School in 1967 and was an active duty soldier in the US Army from 1969-1972. He then returned home to Vestal and attended Binghamton University, graduating in 1976. Shortly after this, he accepted a position with Verizon and worked there as a service technician for 26 years until his retirement in 2002. Jim was an avid S.U. sports fan who held season tickets to the football games for the past 24 years. Jim was predeceased by his parents: Jim and Rosa (Quiser) Keech, and by his nephews: Robert and Michael Fowler. He is survived by his daughter: Melissa Keech of Syracuse; his son: Brian Keech of Los Angeles, CA; a granddaughter: Alanna Keech of Syracuse; his sister: Diane (Loren) Fowler of Fishers Landing, NY; a nephew: Matthew Fowler of Fishers Landing, NY; and by his great niece: Brittany Fowler of Johnson City, NY. Jim will be fondly remembered by his family and friends, who will always honor his compassion, his integrity, and his honesty. He will be sadly missed. Friends may call on Thursday from 4-6 pm at Krueger Funeral Home, 2619 Brewerton Rd., Mattydale, followed by a 6 pm funeral service. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, Endicott at the family's convenience. Memorial contributions can be made to The Humane Society. For more information, photos and to sign the guest book, please visit www.kruegerfh.com

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin on Oct. 20, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for James Keech

14 Entries

STEPHEN MITCHELL MAKRES

October 19, 2025

Sure do miss you Jim. Many good memories.

Stephen Makres

October 14, 2022

Sure miss your company Jim.
You are in my thoughts and good memories quite frequently. God Bless.

Stephen Makres

October 14, 2020

Jim, still missing your company. No surprise there.
As we lose more close friends, I'm reminded how precious our times together really are.
God Bless.

Holli Steenburg Myers

October 24, 2010

So sorry for your loss...Jim was a great person

Robert Hartmann

October 21, 2010

Melissa, Brian, and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Jim and I were good friends going back to the mid 70's. Jim was a good woodworker. He always enjoyed a good laugh. He was one of the best ping pong players. Honesty, Integrity, and compassion; that was Jim. We had many, many great times together. I will miss him deeply.
Bob Hartmann

Lyn Baer (Ferber)

October 21, 2010

Although it had been several years since I had seen Jim, he recognized me instantly at Danny's service. Jim was best man in our wedding and those were the days. I was so sorry to hear the sad news. I remember the day we got married and I left the rings in Chenango Bridge...20 minutes before the ceremony we realized it. Jim kept everyone (especially Danny) calm while the rings were retrieved. I remember his smile and laughter, the days of Greenwood Park, the kids when they were tiny, the house on Paul Ave and his love for the 'Cuse...we will miss you, Jimmy. My heart goes out to your family and friends.

Diane Lillie Whipple

October 20, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I'll always remember him as "Jimmy," one of the neighborhood kids with whom we had so much fun when we were much younger. I don't think you ever forget your neighborhood friends even though you rarely see them afterwards. My sincere condolences to the family.

Stephen (Mitch) Makres

October 20, 2010

I will miss you very much Jim. We've been good friends for a long long time. You will be in my heart forever. God Bless.

Peter Makres

October 20, 2010

I was very saddened to learn of Jim's passing. I too will always think of him as "Jimmy". I hadn't seen Jimmy in many years; we talked of getting together a couple of years ago but unfortunately it didn't happen. My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones...he will be missed.

Sandy Oney

October 20, 2010

I'll remember you as a genuine person and friend. You'll live on in many people's memories and thought's.

October 20, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. To me, he will always be "Jimmy " Keech a kid from the old neighborhood. He was such a good friend to my brother Kenny and to our family, through good times and bad. May he rest in peace. Sharon (Parker) and John Krotzer

Bill Roberts

October 20, 2010

I will miss you Jim.

Randy Johnson

October 20, 2010

I doubt that I can think of anyone that I laughed more with. This comes as a surprise though we are all older. I wish I had seen Jim in recent times and remember him as a very good friend.

Howard Krueger & Staff

October 20, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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