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Gregory Keating Obituary
Born: September 13, 1971
Died: March 9, 2020
The son of Mary and Gerry Keating, and brother of Daniel and Jane Keating.
Greg is survived by his children, Elijah and Charisse Keating, his grandmothers, Patricia Keating and Vergene Kosearas, and his extended family at Hope Haven. Greg was raised in Sycamore, Illinois and enlisted at Naval Station Great Lakes after his years at Sycamore High School.
Talented with his hands, Greg enjoyed working with electronics and building materials, and was known for his ingenuity by those who worked with him. Greg liked to laugh, and he loved music and comedy as well as giving to others.
He was preceded in death by his son Dorian.
Greg will be remembered for his creative know-how and his good heart. A memorial service will be announced by the family at a later date.
To sign the online guest book or write a special memory to his family, go to www.ButalaFuneralHomes.com
Arrangements were completed by the Butala Funeral Home and Crematory in Sycamore, IL.
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Sarah Keating
February 9, 2023
I didn't know him well.
We met at Hope Haven and learned we shared the same last name.
Funny, I've been asked if I was related to a Greg my whole life! And then I finally met him.
He seemed like a decent guy. Great sense of humor.
Truly sorry to hear of his passing.
Condolences to his children and parents.
Tammy Rothecker
May 6, 2020
Mary and Gerry, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for the both of you.
Ken Paulson
April 1, 2020
Prayers Mary and Gerry and Family. So sorry to hear of this.
Laurie Mondragon
March 31, 2020
My heart goes out to you, Mary, Gerry and family.
Joe Japuntich
March 29, 2020
Gerry and Mary you are all in our prayers at this most difficult time
Stephan Japuntich
March 28, 2020
Dear Gerry and Mary:
May God be with you in your time of grief.
Hattie Teagus
March 28, 2020
Sorry for your loss. Mary and Gerry. Greg was best friends with my son Corey. I Remember him as teenage and as adult. Greg was very happy person. We will all miss him. Your family is in our prayer.
Linda Dersch
March 28, 2020
Mary and Gerry, We are so sorry to hear about Greg. I have many memory of when we were younger and our children were too. We are praying for you and send you love and hugs. John and Linda Dersch
Brenda Hoiness
March 28, 2020
Gerry - I just saw this posted today. We are so very very sorry for your loss. God's peace to all of you. Joe & Brenda Hoiness
Roxie Elliott
March 28, 2020
My heart breaks for Jerry and Mary and Gregs children. We always loved Greg and his family. I pray that the Comforter will wrap His arms around all of you and hold you close. Jesus is weeping with you. Blessings, Roxie Elliott
Shirley Overton
March 28, 2020
My heart is deeply saddened for the family. I have many memories of Greg as a little boy and of a young Daddy. I have always loved him dearly. You are all in my prayers for the great loss of a son, grandson and a Father.
David Heading
March 27, 2020
So sad...I knew Greg for a long time, and he was good guy with a good heart. So sorry for your loss, my prayers for the family in this difficult time.
Nicole B
March 27, 2020
Sorry for your loss i knew him better in his younger days was a decent guy. My love and prayer are with the family
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