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Scott KEEFE Obituary

AVISTON, ILL. - Scott Gordon Keefe, 55, died Friday, Sept. 23, 2011, at Aviston Countryside Manor, Aviston, Ill. Scott fought a long and courageous battle against Huntington's disease, and was an inspiration to all that knew him.
He leaves behind his family, Becky Keefe Klingenberg; his sons, Scott (Sindy) Keefe and Bryan (Rachel Pritchard) Jones; his father and stepmother, Leonard and Barbara Keefe; father-in-law, Richard C. Jones; his brother, Brian (Kelly) Keefe; and a niece he considered a daughter, Rachael Reville and her family; as well as, numerous family members that will miss him dearly.
After graduating from Bethel High School in Hampton, Va., Scott was employed with Bell Atlantic Telephone Co., in Newport News. He later moved to Salt Lake City, Utah and had a career with Mountain Bell, as a Lineman. Scott's greatest joy was his children. He loved his career and was happiest when hunting and fishing.
The family is planning a Celebration of Life at a later date.
As a Memorial for Scott they are asking for donations in his name be made to Aviston Countryside Manor, 450 W 1st St, Aviston, IL 62216, where a memorial will be done to honor him.
Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, Ill. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, 2011.

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Donnie Isbell

September 26, 2021

Will always remember and miss my high school friend and teammate. He was a great friend who you could always count on. Rest in peace old buddy!

Rick Taylor

September 26, 2019

Think of you often, my friend...you were an inspiration!

Margaret Brake Vicky Murray

October 26, 2011

The best Christmas Eve I ever had was spent with you Becky, and our dear Scott. Scott made the most delicious egg nog that Vicky and I ever tasted. So good, in fact, that Christmas was kind of a blur! Scott loved life and lived it well. He always was ready for any problem. Usually with a box of wine for any of us that needed it and always with good humor. Bye Scott. We love you and treasure our memories. Thank you for making us laugh. Watch over us.

Kathey Hannon

October 19, 2011

If we could all turn the clock back! I remember my sweet sister falling in love with Scott, growing up with him and sharing the joy of having two wonderful sons. Their life together is what we dream of...undying love, despite hardship and adversity, for better for worse and til death do we part. I am so lucky to have had Scott's love, his smile and sparkle in his eyes for all these years. Better yet, to have my sister, who has given me strength. So long Scott, til we meet again.

Brent Stoker

October 9, 2011

Becky, Brian,and Scott, Jan and I are so sorry for the lost of your husband, father, uncle and friend. The many years that he has suffered in pain is now relieved and Scott is in a better place to carry his journey forward we all will miss his smile, laughter and kindness, he is truly a special person that we all loved, our prayers are with all of you . Happy trails Scott.

Rachael Reville

October 5, 2011

I miss you Uncle Scott - Thank you for being such an amazing Man! We had a special bond that I will forever cherish. I am who I am today because of you! I love you to the Moon and bck 16 times!

Edlora McBride

October 4, 2011

So sorry to hear of your loss, we remember Scott as a fine young man growing up in Tidemill Farms with my kids. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Edlora (Hendricks)McBride and Kathy, Steven, Vicki, Johnny and Helen

Joyce Francis Bascombe

October 4, 2011

To the family of Scott

May God give you all grace, mercy and comfort during this time of sorrow. Keep the memories going. We were class mates at Bethel High School. BHS 74

Anne Williams

October 4, 2011

Bill and I are think of you and the boys at this sad time only time will help Scott was so fun to be around. He allwas made me smile. We are so sorry for your loss! ....Anne & Bill

Dan Hannon

October 3, 2011

I miss you, Uncle Scott. Thanks for being the man that so many men dream of becoming. As a dedicated husband and father, you will always be an inspiration to me.

Donnie Isbell

October 3, 2011

Scott and I grew up together and spent most of our junior high and high school days together. We graduated from high school together, played football and baseball on the same team and I have nothing but great memories of hanging out with Scott, Becky, Patrice and many others. My thoughts and prayers are with Scott, Becky and the family during this trying time.

Marceyne Scharp

October 2, 2011

One of the sweetest, funniest and caring men, like our father, I have known. The world was a better place for having known him. He was a wonderful husband and father and I am proud to have called him my friend. All the children in his life will miss him,too.

Rick Taylor

October 2, 2011

I will miss a man that I knew only too briefly, and wish his family a speedy recovery from such a tragic loss.
God Speed Scott
Respectfully,
Rick Taylor

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