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Raymond Keogh Obituary
Dr. Raymond Joseph Keogh, age 85, of Stratford, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at Bridgeport Hospital surrounded by his beloved daughters.
Dr. Keogh was born on April 14, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY. He was the son of the late Margaret McFadden Keogh and Reginald J. Keogh.
Dr. Keogh graduated from Fairfield Prep in 1949; Fairfield University in 1953; and Georgetown University Medical School in 1957.
Upon finishing his residency, Dr. Keogh relocated to Stratford where he established his private practice in internal medicine until his retirement in 2015. Dr. Keogh proudly served for 53 years on the staff at Bridgeport Hospital. He was known as a deeply compassionate physician who devoted his life to caring for his patients and their families.
Dr. Keogh loved to travel. He played many years of great tennis and later enjoyed his golf game. He always enjoyed gardening as well as participating in Irish heritage celebrations with family. Time spent on Long Island Sound and on Cape Cod with family was something he always enjoyed. Dr. Keogh was devoted to family and friends.
He was predeceased by his son, James Michael Keogh.
Survivors include his former wife, Mary Reagan Keogh; three devoted daughters, Catharine Keogh Santella of Shelton, Patricia Shannon Lutzo of Fairfield and Kerry Anne Gluck and her husband, Ken, of Mt. Juliet, TN; two brothers, John Keogh and his wife, Linda and Robert Keogh and late wife, Joan; five grandchildren, Claire, Devan and Garret Lutzo, Colby and Tyler Gluck; several nieces and nephews; and his lifelong friend, Robert Kapusta.
The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to the staff at Bridgeport Hospital who have cared for our father with great skill and careful compassion.
Friends may call on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Pistey Funeral Home, 2155 Main Street, Stratford. All are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. DIRECTLY at St. Mark Church, 500 Wigwam Dr., Stratford. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Dr. Keogh's memory to Bridgeport Hospital Foundation, 267 Grant Street, Bridgeport, CT 06610. Please visit www.pisteyfuneralhome.com to express condolences online.
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Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Keogh
Barbara Collins Fennell
September 15, 2017
Sincere sympathy to the family of Dr. Raymond Keogh...He was such a wonderful compassionate expert Doctor. He was our family's Doctor for over forty years and is greatly missed. RIP Barbara Fennell
Irene Peeples
September 14, 2017
I send my love and condolences to the family of Dr. Ray. He will be deeply missed. I appreciate all the love he has shown our family. With warm love
Christopher Reagan
September 14, 2017
My condolences to Aunt Mary and my cousins Cathy, Trish and Kerry. I will always treasure my memories of spending time with Uncle Ray and your wonderful family.
karen harper
September 14, 2017
lovely man, excellent Doctor, RIP
Joan Junga
September 14, 2017
I'm am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Keogh was such a kind & wonderful man. He cared for my parents for many years and helped me greatly during their illnesses and passing. He will be missed. ❤
September 13, 2017
To Cathy, Tricia and Kerry:
There are no words to describe your Dad, Dr. Ray. He was kind and caring towards his daughters, son and grandchildren. He gave exceptional care to his patients. He was a devoted doctor, father and grandfather.
Just believe:
Your Dad's battle is now over, no more pain, no more suffering. You still do not understand why this had to happen. He was always there for you, until the day he closed his eyes and had to say goodbye.
Now he is your Angel, with wings spread out wide. He will wrap them around you whenever he sees you cry. He is the sun, the wind and the rain. He is the gentle warm breeze you will feel some days. He is the feeling of a tender touch when you need it in times of comfort and guidance. He will always be in your heart and by your side. God Bless. My deepest sympathies.
Linda
September 13, 2017
DearMary,Trish, and family. Dr.Keogh was an honor to know. My prayers are with the family. Always Libby Ditchkus and family.
Margaret Cain
September 13, 2017
May the love of God give you peace and comfort.
Jackie McHugh-Nunes
September 13, 2017
Dear Trish & Keogh family, My sincere condolences during this sad time. May the fun times and happy memories shine through your tears and warm your hearts. Your Dad will always be with you.
Ted
September 13, 2017
This man was my Doctor and someone I considered a friend. He positively affected hundreds of people's lives and will be missed. My condolences to his immediate family as well as his patients , whom he treated like family.
Kathleen Smith
September 13, 2017
Dr.Keogh was a great guy. My Sincere Condolences for your loss. He will always be remembered. It was a pleasure and honor to know him as a doctor and person.
Mary Zimmermann
September 12, 2017
Thinking of all of you and happy times we had with your dad
Love,Molly
Michele (Shelly) Deane
September 12, 2017
i am so sorry for your loss. Prayers and love are with you. I hope you find peace in all of the happy memories you all share!
Judith Darlucio
September 12, 2017
May you rest in heaven Dr Keogh. It had been a privilege to be able to take care of you awhile back. My sincere condolences to the Keogh family. Cathy you have been a rock, God bless
William Corriveau
September 12, 2017
Dr. Keogh was truly one of a kind. As my Dr. for over 40 years he was also a cherished friend. Most of us dread going to the Dr. I looked forward to seeing him, often exchanging jokes and life experiences. He will remain in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest sympathy to his loved ones.
Sharon Tilley
September 12, 2017
Sorry for your heartache. Your Dad was a lovely man and you have many cherished memories both home and abroad. Tanks for sharing all those memories with us. You were a very devoted daughter Cathy. He will be in your heart always.
Love
Sharon
Melissa Cavaliere (Monaco)
September 12, 2017
Dear Cathy, Kerry, Patricia and family: So very sorry for your loss. May you gather strength from all the wonderful memories made with your Dad in the days ahead. Peace and love to you all,
Marianne Van Zandt
September 12, 2017
Our hearts ,thoughts and prayers are with the Keogh Family at this very sad time. Although we did not have the pleasure of knowing Ray Keogh personally, we felt as if he was a dear , friend because we knew him, closely through his beloved daughter,
Cathy. Her Dad was her best buddy, her mentor and most especially, he was the man who brought her up and never let her down. To have raised a daughter, as loving, giving , sincere and caring as Cathy, Ray Keogh had to have been a very special man.
With All Our Love and Deepest Sympathy,
Marianne, Ron and Meghan Van Zandt
Sarita Malloy
September 12, 2017
R.I.P dr.keogh, it's a pleasure to have known you, and to be able to call you dad, that's because of your wonderful daughter that I can call a freind and sister,cathy. Rest now dad your battle is over!!
Love Sarita
Melania
September 12, 2017
Dearest Cathy and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Cherish the memories, celebrate his life and legacy. Huge hugs, much love, always
September 12, 2017
So sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He was a kind and compassionate man to family and friends. My sympathy and prayers to family. May he rest in Peace. Dorothy A. Hudak and family.
Donna Belinlkie
September 12, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Keogh's passing. I was a patient of his for many years and always enjoyed out chats at my appointments. My condolences and prayers to the Keogh family. God bless you and give you strength through this difficult time.
Dana Moser Wilkinson
September 12, 2017
So sorry to hear of Dr Keogh's passing. He was a wonderful man who always made me feel so welcomed in his home. May you all be comforted by the wonderful memories you shared.
Elaine / Mike Kusheba
September 12, 2017
A good doctor a better man.
Connie Geiste Gabor
September 12, 2017
So sad to hear of Dr Keogh's passing. He had been my parents Dr for about 60 yrs until his retirement. He was a very caring, thoughtful, and kind man, and a wonderful Dr. He will surely be missed by many.
sylvia simmonds
September 12, 2017
So sorry. He was the best doctor and friend.
Jody Ramik Cleveland
September 12, 2017
So many wonderful memories with you and the Keogh family that I will cherish forever. May God's light help you find your way to Jimmy-How wonderful that will be! To Tricia, Cathy, Kerry & Mary-May God send his angels of strength & comfort to you. A wonderful man, a caring doctor, a great friend-I will miss you.
Patrick & Judith Keogh
September 12, 2017
Dr. Ray was a good friend, who taught me to play tennis and although we were not related he felt like family. I am sorry to hear of his passing RIP. Condolences to his family
September 12, 2017
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Harriet & Jerry
Kathryn Giordano
September 12, 2017
He was truly one of my favorite people-so charismatic and charming. Heaven just became a better place. Rest in peace.
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