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1937
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2020
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James Keough Obituary
Jan 23, 1937 - Aug 12, 2020 James A. Keough (Jay) of Boynton Beach Florida, a longtime resident of Bethel, CT, passed away at his home on August 12, 2020. Jay was very proud of his family and is survived by his wife of 60 years Beverly, daughter Linda Anderson and husband Mark, son David Keough, son Larry Keough and partner Karen Underwood, and sister-in-law Betty Wiedemann and partner Ron Smith. He is also survived by grandchildren Grant Anderson, Brett Anderson, Emma Kozlowski and husband Michael, Chris Keough, and Brenna Kelliher and husband Jared. Jay also had 2 great-grandchildren, with 2 more on the way. He was predeceased by grandson Scott Anderson, brother Raymond Keough, and sister Judith Metzler. Jay loved his family and was most happy spending time with them and his many friends. He was a veteran of the Navy and was proud to serve the country he loved. He was also active in the community, serving on the Bethel Exchange Club, The Danbury Elks Club, and was an original member of the Bethel High Sports Booster Club. He loved sports, especially his beloved Red Sox. Jay will be laid to rest in the South Florida VA National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jay's name to The Scotty Fund at P.O. Box 1080, Bethel, CT 06801 or online at www.Scottyfund.org/donate. The Scotty Fund is a charity close to Jay's heart, created in memory of his grandson.
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George and Theresa Banfield
September 18, 2020
To Beverly and Family, we are sharing your sorrow . We are so thankful that we met in Florida, after we all retired, and were able to share so many special times together with a Jay, We will always carry Jay in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pamela (Kirschbaum) & David Scribner
August 23, 2020
Our loving prayers, memories, and thoughts are with Beverly & all of Jay's family & loved ones at this difficult time. We hope that your faith, treasured memories, and love for one another provide you with strength to face this loss and challenge. As you well know, he was a great man to all who were blessed to know him.
Sue Bissonette
August 20, 2020
Dave, My deepest sympathies to you and your family during this time.
Sue Castruccio
Lee Penyak
August 17, 2020
Sincerest condolences to Larry and family.
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