Mary Keaney Obituary
Age 48, of Castle Shannon, unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 8, 2009. Beloved daughter of Joseph and Helen Keaney; loving sister of Colleen Keaney, Mick (Karleen) Keaney of Hawaii, Marcia Keaney of Chicago and Megan (Jim) Dungee; favorite aunt of Micah and Dillon Keaney of Hawaii, Cheyene and James Dungee and the late Dalton Dungee. Mary Ellen was the executive law secretary of Bernstein Law Firm of Pittsburgh. D.D. was an avid sports enthusiast who enjoyed traveling. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends welcome at 2828 Washington Road, McMurray 724-941-3211 Thursday and Friday 2-4 and 7-9pm. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday at 10am in St. Anne Church, 400 Hoodridge Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15234. Interment Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Family suggests memorial contributions to National MS Society, Western PA Chapter, 1501 Reedsdale St., Ste 105, Pgh, PA 15233. Please add tributes at:
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Parinella
October 8, 2009
After reading all the beautiful and touching words written about Dee, I am finding it hard to write anything more profound. We have all lost a dear friend but heaven has gained one extraordinary angel - one who is wearing her Irish wings. I will miss her always but am grateful to have known her while she was here with us. She always knew how to make me laugh and to laugh hard. I love you, Dee.
Darlene Dusch
September 17, 2009
I'm very sorry to hear of mary ellen, I
worked with her at bernsten law firm,
and wanted to say "God Bless yor family"
Mary Ann Berta
September 14, 2009
The Keaney family,My heart aches for the loss of my friend. She was a great person. Everyone that met her became her friend. She has been a part of my family for so long. I will miss her everyday. The amount of people that came to show their respects is a tribute to what a good person she is.My prayers go out to the whole familyWith sympathy,Nanny Garbark Berta
Jackie Hamilton
September 14, 2009
Keaney Family, Our prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Aunt Lou and Granny will watch over her now. Jackie, Kaitlyn & Michele
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September 13, 2009
Marcia,
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your entire family in this time of sorrow. Take comfort in all of the wonderful memories you have shared, and in knowing that you now have a very special guardian angel watching over you. God bless.
Denise Evans(Enzerra)
denise evans (enzerra)
September 13, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
September 13, 2009
To the Keaney Family
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your lost.
I have worked with Mary Ellen (MEK) for 22 years and I have so many fond memories of MEK that I will treasure always.
She had so much love for her family. Micah, Dillon, Cheyenne and James you must know how special you all were to her. She loved talking about you guys.
There will always be a missing piece at Bernstein, but I know that she is smiling down on all of us and saying Its all about me.
Megan please keep in touch with the Bernstein gang.
Love
Barb Hazard (fabs)
September 12, 2009
Marcia,KEANEY
I am so sorry to hear about Beav.Just remember she will be in your heart and memories forever.Just remember her smile & her laugh.You have My Deepest symphany in this time of sorrow
Love Luanne(McKee) Welsch
September 11, 2009
My thoughts go out to the entire Keaney family. Mary Ellen (Beav') will be affectionately remembered by all that knew her. She was one of the shining stars of the KO class of 78!
Jeff Cooper (Coop)
Patty Smith
September 11, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the
Keaney family.
I met Dee thru softball (of course).
She will be missed by alot of people,
just keep her memories alive in
everything you do. I was blessed to
have met Dee.
September 11, 2009
Our sympathies are with family and friends.
Eddy and Wayne Confer
Cindy Gilchrist
September 11, 2009
DeeDee just hosted my nephew Shanes
high school graduation party in June.
I feel blessed to save seen her and
she will missed by all. She treated
my neice and two nephews like her own.
May God bless the family with peace in such terrible circumstances.
Cindy Gilchrist Pewaukee WI
Kim and Greg Hixson
September 11, 2009
Beav is the example of what we are to strive to be...A Devoted Daughter, A Loving Sister,A Giving Aunt,and a Loyal Friend. Her laugh was infectious and anyone who spent time with her will always feel blessed to have known her.WE Love and Miss You Beav!
September 11, 2009
Beav,
May your smiling Irish Eyes look down upon us!
"Ar dheis De go raibh a hanam"
(May her soul be at the right hand of God)
We will miss you!
Nancy Kelly (Ferg) GNO/KO '78
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Abby Phillips
September 11, 2009
To the Keaney Family,
I am so sorry for your loss and you will be in my prayers. It was always a pleasure talking to and playing against Dee on the softball field. She brought so much to the game and she will be missed.
Abby from the Free Agents Softball Team
September 11, 2009
My thoughts and Prayers to the Keaney family,friends and the Ann's 1 and Ann's 2 (Current and Alumni) players.
Phil Mastrean (Backstreets)
Ann Garbark
September 11, 2009
To The Keaney Family,
Where to even begin? I don't know how to say how much Beav meant to me and all of us that knew her. She was like a sister. Every memory I have from childhood until now, Beav is a part of.
She was a devoted daughter, sister and aunt, amazing friend and above all, the most loyal person I know.
The Baldwin Street Girls will never be the same...
Love to all of you,
~Ann Garbark
Debbie Parke
September 10, 2009
The Keaney family i was sadden to hear about Mary Ellen. I know her from working with my sister Maureen and from working the firemans carnival and attending the banquet. Our lives were blessed because she was in it. She will be missed.
Missy Rex
September 10, 2009
To the Keaney Family,
I was shocked and terribly saddened to hear of Dee's passing. I played volleyball with Dee, and although I haven't known her long, she brought a lot of laughter and fun into my Wed. night outings. Please accept my sincerest condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless your family and be with you in your time of sorrow.
Beth Richards
September 10, 2009
Dear Keaney Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss!!!!
I met Dee playing softball, what an amazing woman in so many ways. She always lit up the room!!! I know her many, many friends will forever remember Dee and her passion for all she did and will dearly miss her.
With my deepest sympathy to you all.
Joyce Vignovic
September 10, 2009
To the Keaney family....."WE ALWAYS WIN".....That will always be our softball team's motto, but now we will be sadly missing our Coach and friend Dee. The Senior Olympics will not be the same without you....and our softball team will have an empty spot on the bench and in our hearts. Thanks for all the Anns 1 and Anns 2 memories. Miss you much... with love, Joyce "Jake" Vignovic, John, Chelsea and Logan.
Larry, Maureen, Mike and Connor O'Leary
September 10, 2009
Keaney Family - our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Beav brought so much laughter and many smiles into our family. She was so easy to love and be friends with. She will be deeply missed.
Judy Dougherty
September 10, 2009
To The Keaney Family.our thoughts and prayers our with you all.Our hearts are saddened for the loss of your Dee. Pat and I will miss her deepley.She was a great friend and a beautiful girl in and out. She will have God laughing with her up there.God Bless all of you at this time and always.SINCERLEY pAT AND jUDY Dougherty
Linda Boyle
September 10, 2009
To the Keaney family. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I worked at Bernstein with Mary Ellen these past few years. She will truly be missed by all who knew her.
September 10, 2009
Colleen (Wein) and Family, My sincere and heartfelt sympathy to all of you. May god watch over you all and take Dee in with open arms. She will always be in your hearts and she will shine down on you forever. There are no words that can express the sadness I feel for you Wein....and the entire Keaney family.
September 10, 2009
The Keaney family,
Our deepest thoughts are with your whole family. D.D. was a wonderful person. She use to babysit for my brother and me. The softball league is going to miss her and her smile. Our prayers are with the family and friends.
Brian & Heather (Semplice)Scott
Sharon Lorenz
September 10, 2009
To the Keaney Family...I was so shocked to hear of Mary Ellen's sudden passing. I worked with her years ago and what a great person she was to be around. Always happy and smiling. She will surely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Linda White
September 10, 2009
I am so saddened by the loss of Mary Ellen. I worked with her years ago at Bernstein and just spent time with her recently. She always had a quick wit and that distinctive laugh. She loved her family very much. I am truly sorry for their loss. She will be missed by many.
Tracey Taylor Perles
September 10, 2009
Mary Ellen was a wonderful, kind woman who loved life. She made the most of her short time on this earth and I pray that many fond memories provide some measure of comfort during this most difficult time. She will be missed by many.
Joanne Segal
September 10, 2009
Megan,
I was looking through the paper and your last name jumped out at me.
I am so sorry, this must be a very sad time for you and your family. I remember your sister being such a major part or your life and how good she was to your kids. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
September 10, 2009
Mary Ellen loved coming to the Pittsburgh Irish Festival. We will truly miss seeing her smiling Irish eyes this weekend, but we know she will be there in spirit. We will remember Mary Ellen during our Gaelic mass on Sunday. Our prayers and deep sympathies are with the Keaney family. Julie Rhyner, Staff member, Pittsburgh Irish Festival
Annette Guercio
September 10, 2009
Colleen, and your entire family...what a tragedy....my heart hurts for you all!
May God find comfort in your hearts and know that your sister will be with you always...smiling down on you!!!
God Bless you all!!!
Bill Kraus
September 10, 2009
Keaney Family.
Very sorry to hear of the loss of Mary Ellen.
September 10, 2009
Keaneys,
I feel like I, too, lost a sister. Words cant describe the fun I had with Beav, and how much I am going to miss her.
Love,
Eileen Sweeny Karras
Betty Lederer
September 10, 2009
You have my sincerest sympathy. I considered Maryellen one of the nicest people I've ever known and enjoyed working with her at Bernstein Law Firm. I saw her last week at my son's wedding and got to visit with her for a while. I will miss her very very much.
September 10, 2009
As kids growing up and as grownups, the thing about Dee Dee I will always remember is her laughter. She laughed about anything and everything. I am so glad I got to see her in recent years. My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family. Doris Furge Rieg(Mt. Lebanon, PA)
Marion Keefer
September 10, 2009
To Megan, Jimmy, Cheyene, James and all of the many friends and family of "Dee Dee", especially Donna Topley: Just remember that death leaves a heartache no on can heal, but the love of family and friends leaves a memory no one can steal... A human life is a story told by God and I know that "Dee Dee's" life has touched so many of us. I have only had the pleasure of knowing her for a few years but her friendship was dear to me. To all that knew her best hold on to the memories of her forever because she will forever be in all of our hearts.
Katie Shanahan
September 10, 2009
My thoughts + Prayers to Colleen [Wien] and the entire Keaney family. Mary Ellen [Beav] will live in our hearts Forever. We've got another 'angel' watching over all of us.
September 10, 2009
My thoughts + Prayers to Colleen [Wein] and the entire Keaney family. Mary Ellen [Beav] will live in our hearts Forever. We've got another 'angel' watching over all of us. Katie Shanahan (Pittsburgh,PA)
joyce simunovic
September 10, 2009
To the Keaney Family, you have my sincere sympary on the death of your daughter Mary Ellen. I worked with her for several years, and will miss her deeply. She was my guardian angel at work, she helped me in many ways. I will miss our Wednsday Ladies Day Lunches. Mary Ellen may you rest in peace.
Nancy Moniger
September 10, 2009
Keaney Family: Being around Dee just made you feel good. She always had a smile and was quick to laugh with you or at you. I was fortunate enough to talk with her last month and we shared a funny story with a new found mutual friend over the phone. We laughed and just couldn't wait to get together when I came to Pgh. She always made time for me when I came in from CA. I will cherish my memories of her. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Beth Uhrin
September 10, 2009
Bunco nights will never be the same without Dee..she always had us all howling in laughter. My prayers go out to her entire family. Hold on to the best memories of Dee. When I think of her..all I do is smile.
Beth
September 10, 2009
My thougths and prayers go out to the Keaney family. Dee your smile, laugh and kindness will be deeply missed. I love you, Cas
Diane Brink
September 10, 2009
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Keaney and family - I was shocked to hear what happened. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I worked with Mary Ellen for years and she was a very nice person. You have my deepest sympathy.
Jim and Beth Welsh
September 10, 2009
To the Family of D.D. ~
We were shocked and saddened to hear of D.D.'s sudden passing. What a wonderful person! We remember her coming to watch Cheyene and James when they took diving at Bethel Park with our daughter. She was such a devoted aunt. She just lit up when she talked about her family. Please know that we are keeping your entire family in our prayers.
CHBUCS
September 10, 2009
Megan & Family.
Please accept our sincere condolences for your loss.
Chartiers-Houston Girls Softball Association
Conley
September 10, 2009
Megan and Family, We are very sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort and peace knowing she is in Heaven smiling upon you all.
The Conley Family
September 10, 2009
My thoughts go out to the entire Keaney clan. Mary Ellen (Beav') will be missed and fondly remembered my many. She embodied a true and amazingly beautiful spirit.
Reid Masi
Classmate
Dan O'Malley
September 10, 2009
Keaney Family:
I was shocked to hear the news about Beav. Nothing will be the same without her. She will be missed by so many. I regret I will be unable to pay my respects as I am traveling. But please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers..
Dan O'Malley
Maureen (Moe) Kerrigan
September 10, 2009
Colleen and family, As they say; GOD must have needed another Angel!! because she truley was a bright spirit. She lit up the place, everytime I was with her, it was nothing but laughs and good will. The Irish festival, St. Patricks day and the snow ball classic will passionately be a rememberance of what she brought to our lives. I was blessed to be her friend.
Deb Connors
September 10, 2009
My deepest sympathy to not only Colleen Keaney, but to her family who lost a daughter, sister, aunt and friend. My prayers are with you at this time. Deepest sympathy
Vikki Fenwick-Barker
September 10, 2009
I was so shocked when I heard of Mary Ellen's passing. I worked with her at B&B years ago. Always hard-working, she had a smile for everyone. A sports lover,she was an avid soft-ball player when I met her. She will be truly missed. My condolences to her family and God Bless. The Lord has taken another angel to be with him.
Laura Hodson
September 10, 2009
Beav.... rest in heaven. We know you will always be with us in spirit at the GNO's and I am so happy to have had the many good times together, in high school and out... so glad we were all together on the 28th of August and we have many smiling pictures of you from that night and many more to reflect on. God Bless your family... Mr. and Mrs. Keaney and family... your daughter is loved by many. Laura Hodson Trushel
September 10, 2009
Dear Colleen,
Words cannot express the loss you are feeling right now but know that I am thinking of you as you did for me when my brother passed. You are well loved and everyone around you feels your loss. Beav will surely be missed by you and your family. I'll be there for you if needed.
Love always,
Vicky
beth noble
September 10, 2009
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