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Joseph KEOHANE Obituary

KEOHANE - Joseph J. Of Grand Island, NY, March 31, 2015, beloved husband of Helen Baker Keohane; dear father of Dr. Thomas J., Robert J., Richard P. and Ronald T. Keohane of Arlington, VA; former husband of Theresa Abbarno Keohane; loving brother of Mary Ellen Keohane-Glynn; uncle of Patrick M., Michael R. and John T. Kirwan; son of the late John and Helen (Bidell) Keohane; also survived by Helen's children, Jeff and Debbie, their children and many cousins. Friends may call at the D. LAWRENCE GINNANE FUNERAL HOME, 3215 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where funeral will be held Tuesday, 8:45 AM. Mass of Christian Burial from St. Margaret RC Church, 1395 Hertel Ave., Buffalo, at 9:30 AM. Entombment, Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorials to Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site, 641 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, 14202, or Hospice Buffalo are preferred. www.ginnanefuneralhome.com

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Published by Buffalo News from Apr. 5 to Apr. 6, 2015.

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Tom Jones

March 30, 2021

Joe, along with Helen, were an imortant part of the "Pits" group at Willow Beach. I think and reminisce about those times lot. Joe was a good guy.

April 24, 2015

So sorry to hear of Joe's passing! Our condolences to his family and especially to Helen.
Joyce and Pierre Boudreau, Halifax, Nova Scotia

LISA GERACI

April 23, 2015

4/23/2015 HELLO TOM K ROB RICK RON WOW TERRI WOW WHAT CAN I SAY HE MENT A LOT TOO ALL OF YOUS BUT HE ALSO MENT A LOT TOO ME TOO HE TREATED ME LIKE FAMILY EVEN THOW HE IS GONE THERE IS STILL A PART OF HIM IN MY HEART I STILL HAVE FOUND MEMORIES OF JOE KEOHANE FOOTBALL GAMES AT JOES HOUSE OR THE DAY I TOLD HIM PAT GERACI MY MOM WAS DOING SUMMER SALTS AT THE WINDOW WHEN ME AND ROB PULLED OUT MOMS DRIVE WAY JOE KEOHANE GIGGLED I MISS HIM SO MUCH LOVE LISA GERACI PS IM ONLY A PHONE CALL A WAY IF YOU NEED TOO TALK

doug scott

April 9, 2015

taught with Joe on and off for 30 years. Joe was the shoulder to lean on, quiet, kind, compassionate, hard working, loyal. Just not enough words. Joe, you will be sorely missed.

Jennifer Grace Mernitz

April 7, 2015

Dear Helen and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Joe was a good man who will be remembered with love. From Indian Falls Lake to Willow Beach, Joe was a part of our story. God bless and bring you peace.
Jennifer Grace Mernitz

Bob & Barb Olear

April 7, 2015

Dear Helen and Family, Our prayers and thoughts are with each of you at this difficult time. Joe was a great tennis competitor, always so kind and caring. A real gentleman on and off the court.

LISA GERACI

April 7, 2015

4/7/2015 HELLO KEOHANE FAMILY JOE MENT A LOT TOO YOU ALL BUT HE ALSO MENT A LOT TOO ME TOO. THE THINGS THAT STOP ME FROM CRYING IS ALL THE FOOTBALL GAMES WE ALL WATCHED TOGEATHER ALL OF US I WILL MISS THAT VERY MUCH

Jack Grace

April 6, 2015

To Helen, Tom, and the rest of the boys... Such a shock to hear of Joe's Death. I'm so sorry for your loss... I've lost my best best friend. God Bless you all. Jack Grace & Family

Paul & Phyllis Abbarno

April 6, 2015

Please accept my condolences on Joe's passing. I will always remember him as a kind person who also loved sports and having a good time.

Steve Brier

April 5, 2015

Dear Helen and family, Sorry to hear of your loss. I always enjoyed visiting with Joe - he was a lot of fun! Karri and I enjoyed using the trailer home on the lake 25 years ago on our honeymoon and visiting with Joe and Helen. We will keep all of you in our prayers.

Steve and Karri Brier (Nevada, MO)

Sandy & Tom Jones

April 5, 2015

Dear Helen and family,
Please accept Sandy and my condolences on Joe's passing. He was a good friend and we remember all the good time with you and the WB folks.

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