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Michael McKeever Obituary
Little Egg Harbor - Michael McKeever, 52 of Little Egg Harbor, passed away Thursday August 29, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Jersey City, he grew up and resided in Manasquan before moving to Little Egg Harbor in 1999. He was a gentle giant with a quick wit and a big heart.
Mike was devoted to his family and nothing made that more evident than the many years he cared for his father. He enjoyed trips to Atlantic City, Sunday afternoon football, watching the Yankees, and working outdoors. Michael is predeceased by his parents, John J. and Margaret McKeever, and a brother John P. McKeever and his nephew Andrew Burke.
Surviving are his wife and soulmate, Cathy McKeever, his siblings Gerri and Chuck Wich, Mary and Dan Burke, Ann and Jimmy Jones, Frank McKeever and Joan and Joe Gallagher; his sister-in-law Robin McKeever; his mother-in-law and father-in-law Paul and Eileen Smith; his sister-in-law Kelly and her husband Louis Gliatta. He is also survived by his beloved nieces and nephews Jaime, Jennifer, Jill and Joey Gallagher, Kelli Vittoria, Maggie and Sean Wich, Paige and Delaney Burke and Anna Gliatta. He will be deeply missed by other cherished family and friends as well.
A Memorial Gathering will be held Tuesday September 3, 2019 from 4:00-8:00 PM at Colonial Funeral Home,2170 Hwy.88, Brick. A Memorial mass will be held Wednesday September 4, 2019, 9:30 am at St. Mark's RC Church, Sea Girt. Burial will follow at St. Catherine's Cemetery, Wall Twp. Donations in his memory may be made to the Melanoma Research Foundation, P.O. Box 759329, Baltimore, MD 21275-9329. Condolences may be to sent to the family at www.colonialfuneralgroup.com
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Julie Gaupp
September 5, 2019
Smiling happy guy, great sense of humor.
Friend and best neighbor anyone could ever ask for.
You will be missed
albert jones
September 4, 2019
Had the pleasure of meeting mike years ago he was a lot of fun to be around may god bless him and R.I.P
Nancy & Bob Allen
September 3, 2019
Dear Cathy, our thoughts and prayers are with you today, In Deepest Sympathy. Love Nancy & Bob Allen
Best buds, my Dad and Mike d
September 2, 2019
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Robin Messemer
September 2, 2019
Dear Cathy & Family ,
Sending our deepest sympathy and love to you- please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers
Love,
Robin & Mike Messemer
September 1, 2019
Dearest Kathy, so sorry for your loss. I remember how very close you were and you will stay very close. You are in my prayers and thoughts. Love Marty
My handsome brother, miss and love you so much=”
Ann Jones
August 31, 2019
Mike and Kathy Zito
August 31, 2019
Mike and Cathy were our next-door neighbor's when we moved to nj from long Island in 2000. They were our first friends, and we've enjoyed their friendship and company ever since. He was one of the funniest people I ever met. My wife Kathy and I will miss him dearly.
Mary Jane Friel Damavandi
August 31, 2019
The Friel Family send their prayers and condolences to the McKeever Family. We are with you in prayer and spirit.
Ursula Byrd
August 31, 2019
Michael, I knew you as the baby brother of my dear McKeever family friends and remember when you were born. I am sad that you were taken too soon, but I know that you are resting comfortably now. Love and prayers to all of your family and friends. ❤
Jennifer Gallagher
August 31, 2019
Uncle Mike, you are so missed and will forever live in our hearts. You were SO funny, you always made me laugh with your jokes, impressions, and hilarious references. I know you are resting peacefully knowing how much your family loved you. Until we meet again my dear uncle....
Glenn & Diane Jones
August 31, 2019
Glenn & I send prayers and love to the Family & Friends. May he Rest In PeaceMay your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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