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William Keeney Obituary

William C. Keeney born in Chicago Nov. 26, 1917 passed away January 14 at home. Veteran of WWII Army Air Corp. Beloved husband of the late Jean A. nee Millar. Loving father of Jane [Carey] Winfrey and David [JoAnne] Keeney. Dear grandfather of Graham and Wells Winfrey and Liam and Michael Keeney. Fond brother of Bette [Mel] Lewis. Proud uncle of Lance, Lisa, Scott, Jeff and Keith. Longtime member of Oak Lawn Golden K Kiwanis, O Green Investment Trust, Atlantis Divers, Alpha Delta Phi fraternity at U of I, graduate 1939. Funeral was Friday 10:30 a.m. at the St. Paul Lutheran Church, 4660 W. 94th St. Oak Lawn. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Oak Lawn Golden K Kiwanis C/o Ray Ristow 4632 W. 98th Pl. Oak Lawn, IL 60453. Zimmerman & Sandeman Directors, Info 708-424-0340

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Published by SouthtownStar on Jan. 19, 2003.

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Peter Austin

January 22, 2003

Jane & David & Families,

As I grew up next door and later when times I visited, your dad was a wonderful, generous friend. He always took the time to help me or do fun things with me, he treated me like I was his second son. He always took interest in what was important to me. He never judged my behavior or deeds. It's sad to hear he is gone. I heard so late about the funeral I couldn't get away to attend. I am sorry I didn't have a chance to speak with you in person. I loved both your parents very much.

Thinking of you with sympathy,

Buddy Austin

Judy & Stanley Gratt

January 21, 2003

Jane & David & Families, We were so saddened to hear of the loss of your dear Dad. We thought the world

of him. He always treated everyone

with decency and respect. Even as a child, both of your parents took the time to be interested in whatI did and what I had to say. I loved them both very much.

I regret Stan & I didn't get your message regarding the wake and funeral until it was too late to attend. We're sorry we didn't have a chance to speak with you & your families, personally.

Thinking of you with sympathy.

Judy & Stan Gratt

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