Flint, Michigan
KEATON, Anthony E. - Of Flint, age 50, died Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at McLaren Regional Medical Center. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 12 noon Saturday, June 27, 2009 at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 706 Beach Street in Flint, Father Frederick H. Taggart, O.S.A. officiating. Burial in Flint Memorial Park. Those desiring may make contributions for a college fund in his grandchildren's names, Mackenzie and Nicole Foster College Fund. Visitation 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road. A Vigil Service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Mr. Keaton will be at the church from 11 a.m. Saturday until the time of the Mass. Anthony was born in Flint, Michigan on July 8, 1958, the son of Harold and Dorothy Keaton and was a resident of Flint all of his life. Anthony married Susan Linabery on February 23, 1979 in Flint. Anthony graduated from Southwestern High School, Class of 1976 and attended Mott Community College. He was a lifelong member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. Anthony enjoyed playing pool at his nephew's house, going to the casinos, playing lottery and spending time with his granddaughters. Anthony was employed by Securitas Security Service at Flint Engine South for 11 years. Surviving are wife, Susan; daughter, Kristina and husband David Foster of Flint; two granddaughters, Mackenzie and Nicole Foster; adopted grandchildren, Maxwell and Elizabeth Dow; mother, Dorothy Keaton of Flint; sister, Freda and husband John Hamby of Flint; four brothers, Rick and wife Janice of Alabama, Stephen of Burton, John and wife Denise of Swartz Creek and Michael of Las Vegas; mother-in-law, Zetta Pillow of Flint Township; sisters-in-law, Arvilla Keaton of Texas, Patricia and husband Dennis Farrell of Swartz Creek, Jane and husband Charles Snyder of Swartz Creek; nephew, Jeff and wife Helen Hamby; along with several other nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold; granddaughter, Rachel; brother, Joseph; nephew, Stephen Hamby and father-in-law, Russell Linabery. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
Sue & Keaton family--I am writing for my mother Millie Mayer. Your family was such a good friend to her. I thank you all. She referred to Tony as that darn kid. God's blessings to all of his family.
Gladys Struble
June 28, 2009 | Flint, MI
My thoughts are with you Sue, it is very hard to lose the one you love, I know. It will be hard but God will guide you through it. God help me
Janet Rust (work with you)
June 26, 2009
Sue & Keaton family, I am so sorry to hear about Anthony. I've known him all my life, it just doesn't seem true. He was a funny guy. Always loved his hawaiian themed shirts! Gob bless and if you ever need anything, just give me a call. You are in my prayers.
Lora Ray
June 26, 2009 | Burton, MI
Dear Uncle John and Aunt Denise, I Feel so far away from you all... I wish I could be there to help out. We are all very saddened to hear about your brother passing. Please know you are in our prayers and thoughts. I love you Uncle John. Hope we will see you all again soon. All our love, Laura, Nate, Aaron and Alexandria.
Nate & Laura Degner
June 26, 2009 | Flushing, MI
Dear John and Denise,
So sorry to hear about your young brother. May God bless you and keep you in His abundant love during this time of loss.
Don and Paula Hocott
June 26, 2009 | Grand Blanc, MI
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Leanne & Jerry Feher
June 25, 2009 | Beverly Hills, FL
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
barry wallace
June 25, 2009 | Swartz Creek, MI
