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1927
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2011
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Charles Keenan Obituary
"Chuck"
Greece: Peacefully passed at home surrounded by his family on November 8, 2011. He is predeceased by his 1st wife, Jeanne Marshall Keenan; his parents, Thomas and Florence Keenan; brother, T. Henry Keenan and sister, Violet Thompson. Charles is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Mary (DiPerna) Keenan; their two children, Jennifer (Brian) Keenan and Jeffrey (Amy) Keenan; grandchildren, Abigail, Nina, Evan and Hannah; two children with Jeanne (Marshall) Keenan; Charles (Julie) Keenan and Michelle (Michael) Weinstein; grandchildren, April (Thomas) Stringham, Sara (James) Simons, Mandi Weinstein and 7 great-grandchildren; brothers, James (Bertha) Keenan, M. Roy (Jean) Keenan, sister, Joanne (Ora) Rothfuss; sisters-in-law, Tina Barone, Inez Salsedo, Patricia (Kent) Horn and Flora (David) Evans; many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Charles was a World War II Veteran and a 40 year employee of Eastman Kodak Company. Charles was a member of the Rochester Racing Pigeon Organization and an avid stamp collector. A special thank you to Dr. Leo Stornelli, Charles' high school classmate and friend, who provided lifelong care and comfort. For more information about Charles, visit www.aliferemembered.com
Charles' Visitation will be Sunday 1-5 PM at the funeral home 1411 Vintage Lane (between Rte 390 & Long Pond Rd). His Funeral Mass will be celebrated 9:30 AM Monday at St. Mark's Church (54 Kuhn Rd.) Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Charles' Memory to the American Lung Association, 155 Washington Ave. Suite 210, Albany, NY 12210 or a charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Keenan
dawn Verdow Dorazio
November 21, 2011
Dear Mary, Jeff, Jennifer and family, Sorry to hear the sad news. My prayers are with you and your family. I was always so happy to she Cousin Chuck and all the family at the family reunion. God Bless
Joanne McMullen-Ackerman
November 15, 2011
My deepest sympathies to the entire family. Joanne McMullen-Ackerman
November 13, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. Unfortunately it is not possible to fly from South Carolina in time; we'd love to see you all. But know that you have our prayers and thoughts. - Phil and Mary Keenan
November 13, 2011
Dear Mary, Jennifer, Jeff & Families,
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Chuck will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Our families have made many memories which we will continue to cherish and look forward to many more.
We'll be in touch when we return home.
Love and Strength,
Lance and Chris
November 13, 2011
Dear Mary,
I remember you both with such happiness.
Peace comes with time, the lovely shared
life help makes the sense of loss lessen.
My deepest sympathy, and prayers for the
days ahead.
Pat Andrus
August Calabrese
November 12, 2011
My sympathies to the family. Remembering many happy times with Chuck at the Kodak Elmgrove facility.
Mike Gruttadauria
November 12, 2011
Our Deepest Condolences Mary.Chuck was a Great Friend and associate. we had some good times together.
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