Torrance, California
1926-2009
Harold Smith Keating Jr., longtime South Bay resident, died at a local hospital March 4, 2009 after a lengthy illness. He was 82. A journalist and public relations specialist, his career included reporting for such newspapers as the San Diego Union and the Santa Monica Outlook. He was a section...
Read MoreGrief is love remembered. Where there is much grief it is evident of the love that preceeded it. I am saddened for you.
Michael Jost
March 10, 2009 | Houston, TX
Mary Ann,
It has taken me a couple of days process the reality of Hal's passing. You had told me earlier about his health issues. While I'm not surprised, I am shocked. Hal was a very special person. Even though I hadn't seen him for some time, he was often in my thoughts. I so much enjoyed the many times at your downstairs bar while he held court. Recently I come across pictures that I had shot at the Calaveras County Frog Jump and instantly recalled you and Hal in the Alfa tooling...
George Powell
March 09, 2009 | Santa Rosa, CA
Hi Mary Ann -- hope you are doing well -- thinking of you and know you have support from Bob -- and also know he depends on your support. Glad Bob Ward was able to be there for a few days. Take care of yourself. Galen
Galen Miller
March 08, 2009 | Washington, DC
