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Robert Keerins

Portland, Oregon

Dec 6, 1954 – Sep 23, 2025

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BORN
December 6, 1954
DIED
September 23, 2025
LOCATION
Portland, Oregon

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A Man for OthersRobert Francis Keerins was born on December 6, 1954, in John Day, Oregon, to Frances and Robert Keerins. In 1957, the family moved to Vancouver, Washington, where Bobby first attended Lieser Elementary and later St. Joseph Catholic School. In the fall of 1969, Bobby entered...

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I can always remember no matter where you were Bob, you had a yellow lab or two with you. You were the one that always brought the delicious fruit or vegetables, whatever was in season, and then you wanted to see what was new on the ranch. You loved being outdoors and loved anyone you ran in to. You were one of a kind and you let everyone see it quietly in all that you did. You will always be in our hearts and on our minds. Much love to all the family and friends that you have left...

Little Bob, Bobby, Bob different times, different hats, different names made up the complete man that he became. Loyal, loving. caring and giving made a man that was part of many peoples lives. You did good, Bobby! with love Mike and Joanne Keerins

I always say I wish some of Bobby will rub off on me. He always thought of others first complimenting you, but never talking about himself. He truly got our Catholic upbringing message of service to others and help the less fortunate. Our world lost a wonderful man that always made lives better. I feel blessed to have known him.

In the classic movie It´s a Wonderful Life, the framed motto hanging on the wall in the office of George Bailey´s father was: "All You Can Take With You Is That Which You´ve Given Away." Bobby K. understood and exemplified this simple yet profound principle as well as anyone I´ve even known. What an amazing witness and model he was for the countless friends and acquaintances he made along the way!

Bobby broke the mode for us all on how to be kind, respectful (with good humor sarcasm) andto live for others per his Catholic and family upcoming. I will never forget all the Salmon trips I was able to be next to him, especially when he caught the 45# chinook which I think still is above his fireplace. RIP Bobby and thanks for your role model to and for me. Pat Schreck Sr.

God Bless you, Bobby Keerins, our family Friend and Friend to all...Kindness and Generosity, Caring, Compassion, your Passion for Life and strong Faith...we are all better people just by knowing you.

Smooth, straight and level path, plenty of good habitat, pheasants flying for you and many Labs on the next part of your journey Bob. Blessings, Edgar and Caroline Butsch The Butsch Family

We will always remember the wonderful parties Bob had to raise awareness to his food fund. He always asked us to bring basic school supplies as well. He was always a great host and everyone had a terrific time. Rest in Peace dear loving friend.

Bob was truly one of a kind. I have never known a more positive, generous human being. He was involved in so many charitable efforts-the Jesuit Food Drive, Camps for Kids and the Catholic Schools Foundation of Oregon which he helped organize and which he promoted constantly. All of the above he did with little recognition for himself but was always quick to acknowledge others who worked with him. He was the most generous and loyal friend one could ever have. It was a true blessing to be his...