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Dr. William H. "Doc" Kehoe Jr.

William Kehoe Obituary

Dr. William "Doc" H. Kehoe, Jr. (1942  - 2007) passed quietly at home on April 18. Doc, as he was called by those who loved him, was born in Boston, MA and moved to Phoenix in 1968. Bill was a graduate of St. John's University in New York. He was an incredibly smart man who gave years of service to the Navy as a civilian doctor working for Health & Human Services and The Bureau of Indian Affairs. Upon his retirement from the Navy, Bill continued his work with the BIA, traveling the Southwest to give care to Native Americans. Doc is survived by his wife, Toni; children, Billy, Jimmy & wife Karey, and Michelle & husband Vic Houze, Jr.; grandchildren, Jordyn, Lauren, Cory and Zach; sister, Paula; brother, Phillip; mother-in-law, Lillian; many other relatives, including a brood of his sons' friends who thought of him lovingly as a surrogate "dad" and too many friends to mention. A visitation will be held at Messinger Mortuary, 7601 E. Indian School Rd. in Scottsdale on Sunday, April 22 from 3-5 pm with a Rosary to follow. Memorial Mass will be held Monday at The Franciscan Renewal Center (The Casa), 5802 E. Lincoln Dr., Paradise Valley at 11 am. Interment with military honors will follow the Mass at 1:00 p.m. at the National Memorial Cemetery, on Pinnacle Peak Rd., 1/4 mile East of Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Apr. 20, 2007.

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Susan Kosisky

April 30, 2007

The Allergen Extract Laboratory at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington DC, would like to express our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Dr William Kehoe. For decades, we spoke with Dr Kehoe over the phone about his Indian Public Health Service patients. His caring and concern for his allergy patients was always evident. A call from Dr Kehoe about an allergy patient's prescription never ended without a story about a motorcycle mishap or discussion of current events. We will truly miss corresponding with our friend, Dr Kehoe....we will always remember his energy, his spirit and his kindness. Dr Kehoe was a special person.

Jane Reidy

April 26, 2007

Dear Paula and Nikki,

Phil and I were so sorry to hear that your sweet brother and uncle passed away. We so enjoyed his visits to Westwood and all his funny stories. Know that we are thinking of you both, sending love and hugs your way. Love, Jane and Phil Reidy

Barbara Beckingham

April 24, 2007

Dear Philip, Paula and Toni:
My deepest sympathy goes to all of you and your families at this sad time of loss. Bill was a wonderful, kind and an intelligent person. When ever he visited me and Phil on the east coast, we would talk and laugh well into the evening. How he loved boating with us! I found Bill to be caring and supportive of me both as a person and a professional. I had great respect for him and will miss him. My prayers are with you all at this sad time.

Barbara Sullivan

April 24, 2007

Dear Paula, Nikki and Kehoe family, My deepest sympathy to you all at this time of great sadness and loss. May your fond memories and precious moments spent together with Bill, help to ease your sorrow in the days to come. With much love, Barbara Sullivan

Paul Morris

April 23, 2007

I am sorry that I did not get a chance to go to the funeral services today,but I am glad I got a chance to go to the services on sunday and also it was really nice to see all of you guys.It has been awhile.Again your dad was a really good man I liked the way he always used to joke around with us & went camping & hunting with us.Also again if there is anything that I can do,please let me know.You can email me at [email protected] Hope we can all get together again sometime & go out & do something & my prayers again are always with you.

Mark & Lois Ferrara

April 23, 2007

Dear Paula, Nicki & The Kehoe Family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May all the wonderful memories you shared with Bill help to comfort you during this difficult time.

Sylva Kinney

April 23, 2007

When a man does a piece of work which is admired by all we say that it is "Wonderful"... Dr. Kehoe was a wonderful man We will miss him dearly...Reno-Sparks Tribal Health Clinic... Love and Happiness Sylvia Kinney

Mariann Kocsis

April 23, 2007

I held Bill in the highest esteem. I greatly admired and respected him. He was a true officer and a friend. I have missed him for some time now and will always remember his humor, which brightened my days. Godspeed, my friend!

Borkin and Mignano Family

April 23, 2007

The Borkin and Mignano families send their sincerest sympathies and prayers to Bill and family! We know that bill's memories will be cherished for the rest of all of our lives. Bill has always demonstrated his passion and love for helping others. He now continues his work as an angel of God where he will be able to touch so many other lives!!!! God bless you all!

Kelly Sheppard

April 23, 2007

My deepest sympathies to the Kehoe family. I have known "Dr. Bill" for a several years. He was a patron of 92nd. Street Cafe when he was in from town between trips to Reno, and I always enjoyed his visits. I would kid him about telling his silly jokes. I would roll my eyes and groan at the punch line. That was the funniest part of the joke for him. He was a nice guy to have around. I will miss him.

Cheryl Williams

April 23, 2007

Dear Toni and family: My condolences to you all. We miss him tremendously here at the Reno clinic and we always will. I will always remember his crazy sense of humor and warm personality. May knowing that so many care bring you comfort at this sad time.

Harris Family

April 23, 2007

Dearest Kehoes,
Our sincere love for Paula and Nikki has made them family and we humbly share in your sorrow. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Consider yourselves tightly hugged. Peace and love.
Bobby, Jan and Elizabeth Harris

dave brennan

April 22, 2007

Bubba and Jimmy,
My thoughts and prayers go out to both of you. He was a great man. If there is anything you need please don't hesitate to call.

Pauline and Steve Estes

April 22, 2007

Our prayers and love are with you and your family in your time of grief.

B.J. Caouette

April 22, 2007

My deepest sympathies to the Kehoe family. I knew Bill through his sister Paula and when he came to visit I spent some time with him. With his great sense of humor and quick wit he always had an audience.....he will be missed-
take care during this difficult time-

Nikki Delaney

April 22, 2007

To my Uncle Bill....I will miss you very much and I am so sorry I could not be out there with the family. I was honored to have you as my uncle and we shared so many funny memories together...I will miss you very much...To the family...You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

LORI ALLISON

April 22, 2007

TO THE KEHOE FAMILY :I HAD THE PLEASURE OF WORKING WITH "MR.KEHOE"
HE WAS A VERY PLEASANT AND RESPECTFUL PERSON. WHO OFTEN SPOKE OF FAMILY, I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE THINGS HE TAUGHT ME WHILE WORKING AT SACATON OPD AND THE LAUGHS WE HAD, I WILL KEEP THE FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS .

Rice Leach

April 22, 2007

Bill Kehoe and I go back to July 1966 when we were both at the Navy Base in Algiers (New Orleans) Louisiana picking up our first PHS uniforms. He was a pharmacy intern and I was a medical intern. He and I experienced some really funny situations on the wards, in the operating room, and in the "Officers Club" on Friday afternoons. Our paths crossed frequently especially during my 6 year assignment to PIMC.

I have not seen him in years because we have moved on but I have not forgotten him and I never will. He made real contributions to medical care and to the enjoyment of being alive.

Jim Kehoe

April 21, 2007

My Rock, My Friend, My Father, I Love You and Miss You!

Jim Kehoe

Peggy & Tom

April 21, 2007

Toni,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

ROBERT,JOANNA & BOYS OLIVAS

April 21, 2007

TONI WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY .WE LOVE YOU.

Paula Kehoe-Delaney

April 21, 2007

I will miss my older brother so much. Since I was a little girl, I've always looked up to him. I am proud to be a Kehoe.
Paula

Jeffrey Wilde

April 21, 2007

Dearest Toni and Family:

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I know how difficult this past year has been, but also know of the moments that you have been able to share because of this time. Bill is free of this disease now. And I know that he is smiling down with all of his love in gratitute to you all. Enjoy this peace...

April 20, 2007

Dear Toni,
My deepest sympathy to you and yours. I loved Dr. Kehoe as my son, we worked together for many years, and it was a great pleasure. He spoke of you often with such pride and admiration. His love for you was deep, I know the terrible loss you are feeling now. I hope that your heart will take comfort to know that Bill is now with the Lord. The last time we spoke, he shared the relationship the two of you were enjoying with the family. I know the time spent with his son the baseball coach was dear to him. Keep him close in your heart, and you and your family will forever be in my heart and prayers. Good Night Dr. Kehoe.

S.S.

Bob & Joyce Morris

April 20, 2007

We both have very good memories of Bill while we were involved in baseball with their son Bill. Had the greatest time eating shrimp with him in Texas when we took, the then young men, there for a tournament in the mid-60's. Enjoyed his company many times after that. Bill & Jim, sorry for your loss. He was a special man.

Paul Morris

April 20, 2007

I am very sorry to hear about your dad & my prayers are with you always & let me know if there is anything I can do.He was a very good friend to me

Julie kaye

April 20, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Barbara Vermillion

April 20, 2007

Our prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Remembering good times with Bill will comfort you. Sending you all love.

Barbara Gonzales

April 20, 2007

Toni and Family,
My heart and prayers go out to you during this time of loss. If there is anything I can do for you or the family please let me know. It would be a privilege to help because you have always been there for my family. Love, Barb

ANGI SANTOS

April 20, 2007

TO THE FAMILY MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU ALL. I WORKED WITH HIM HERE AT THE GILA RIVER HEALTH CARE CORP. HERE ON THE GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY. HE WAS ALWAYS FULL OF HAPPINESS AND JOY, HE ALWAYS MADE MY DAY. HE WAS NEVER A NEGATIVE PERSON, ALWAYS POSITIVE.
WE WILL MISS HIM ALOT. YOU ARE ALL IN MY PRAYERS. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

FRANCINE ANTONE

April 20, 2007

THANK-YOU FOR YOUR GREAT SERVICES TO THE GILA RIVER HEALTH CARE CORP. OUTPATIENT DEPARTMENT. KEHOE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED & TAHNK-YOU FOR ALWAYS KEEPING US SMILING AND LAUGHING!

pamela taylor

April 20, 2007

My deepest sympathy to all of you during your time of sorrow. May your memories of Bill get you through this difficult time. Bill was my boss at the Indian Health Service during the 70's & 80's. Bill was a very unique individual with a heart of gold and he had such a zest for life. I remember the days when he would come into the office wearing his little white shorts and no shirt and have his clothes on a hanger. He rode his motorcycle back then and he was so vain about his tan. During the time that I worked with Bill if the regulations stated you couldn't do something he would always find away around it. His love for his allergy patients was unremarkable. Bill was a proud father he was always bragging about his sons pitching a strikeout game or starting a tree trimming business or his sons growing pains. Later on when he retired and our paths crossed he would brag about his grandkids and being a grandfather. It's hard to imagine life without Bill.

Michael Waters

April 20, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Deb Ross

April 20, 2007

Sending you my love and prayers and wishing you comfort from your precious memories.

Larry Gonzales

April 20, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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