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James E. Keyes Jr.

East Haven, Connecticut

1948 - 2026 (Age 77)

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James E. Keyes, Jr. Early on the morning of February 2, 2026, James Ernest Keyes, Jr., peacefully transitioned. He was born in New Haven, on June 18, 1948, to the late James E. Keyes, Sr. and Dorothy Manning Keyes. He was educated in New Haven Public Schools and Post College, now Post University....

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I first met Jimmy at Troup and then continued the freindsip at Hillhouse. There was a group of kids that we all hung around including Jimmy., We played basketball, cards, fishing and softball together. Prayers to his family, he was truly a great friend and companion in our teenage years.

RIP. Jimmy. I remember so many times The one that sticks out is. Archie Moores party in Woodmont. ALL in White clothing. Growing up with. Mark Paul and Freckles the dog. U showed me the ropes even though are ages differed U were always proud of ur dad and the Operating Engineers Union he ran. Sonny´s narc squad. I still got the yellow shirt I remember the big rat at the gate of Shavonies Scrap back when I was working. Jimmy thanks for the schooling and memories. RIP. Tiny

To the keyes family my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of Jimmy He was one of my closest friends at Troup and Hillhouse again my sympathy

Dear Denise and Family, I have just read about your beautiful brother. I am so sorry. Denise I am sending you years of love and prayers. You know for sure your mom was waiting right there for him. With love Bernadette Bahner