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John Keaton Obituary
John Keaton passed away suddenly in the early morning of Thursday February 24th, 2022. He was 51 years old. John was a father of three and the son of Ted and Sandy Keaton of Marysville.
His younger years were filled with family, friends, fishing, hunting and many adventures in the amazing neighborhood of Parkside Manor where he was always under the watchful eyes of his 3 adoring big sisters. He graduated from MPHS in 1988 and went on to receive his Bachelors from Eastern.
After graduation, John moved to Alaska. First living in Juneau where he met his wife, Tracey, and then on to Anchorage where they lived and raised their 3 beautiful children whom he adored. John taught elementary school in Juneau at Riverbend and in Anchorage at Kasuun. His life continued to be filled with hunting and fishing and grew to include a great love of hockey in which both of his sons excelled.
He had recently retired and had just moved back to Marysville. John leaves behind his three children, Carson, Nelson and Cassie. His former wife, Tracey, His parents Ted and Sandy Keaton, sisters, Kelli (Dan) Ambrosi, Colleen (Ben) Goldrich, and Erin (Dany) Mitchell his many nieces and nephews, cousins and countless friends. John will be remembered for his permanent smile, his big laugh, his sense of humor, and big love of life! John never met a stranger and was a friend to all.
A funeral Mass will be said in John's name at St Mary's Catholic Church 4200 88th St NE, Marysville, Thursday March 3rd, 2022. Rosary at 9:45 am, Mass at 10:30 am. A private family burial will take place afterward.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Marysville Historical Society 6805 Armar Rd, Marysville, WA 98270 on Saturday March 5, 2022 from 1-4. This will be open house style.
Both venues require masking.
John had a big heart full of love for kids. In lieu of flowers we're asking that donations be considered to one of the following programs. They are set up to help feed and care for children.
In Marysville, checks noting the "Backpack Program" mail to:
Marysville Community Food Bank, P.O. Box 917, Marysville, WA 98270, or by credit card: www.marysvillefoodbank.org/donate
In Alaska you can donate to the Children's Lunchbox program through Bean's Cafe by going to: donate.beanscafe.org/ or mail a check noting the Children's Lunchbox program to: Children's Lunchbox program, 1020 E. 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501.
April 23, 1970 - February 24, 2022To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Keaton
Barbara
February 24, 2024
I was just thinking of John last night. And you all.
Cindy A Keller
February 24, 2024
So many fond memories and laughs. Still think and talk about John often.
Barbara Thompson
February 26, 2023
I remember John standing by the dining room table wearing rubber boots and shorts, dark hair. He was about ten, at the house in Marysville. He was born the same year we moved to Eugene, Oregon, so I didn't see him much, and that is my most vivid memory of him. But, even though I did not see him growing up, I still thought of him as close family. And feel his loss. I can't imagine what this anniversary has been like.
Hank and Laurie Wade
March 6, 2022
Caring thoughts and so sorry for your loss Keaton Family ! Our prayers are with you Ted and Sandra
Barbara Thompson
March 6, 2022
What a shock. I don't know what to say. Praying for you all that God comforts you.
"The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, because the Lord has anointed me...to comfort all who mourn." Is 61:1a, 2b.
John & Beth Hopp
March 4, 2022
Ted , Sandy and family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Riordan and Michelle Burch
March 4, 2022
We have many memories and photos of shared camping trips, fishing trips, holiday celebrations and school events over the past twenty years with John, Tracey and their children. John's love of adventure and kind heart will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his entire family through this difficult time.
Bruce & Heather Stich
March 3, 2022
We are so sad to hear this shocking news. My deepest sympathies to the Keaton family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. My heart goes out to his beautiful children, and to everyone who loved John. This is such a huge loss. His amazing smile and fun loving personality will never be forgotten. Heaven received a very special angel.
mike knutson
March 3, 2022
Mr. Keaton and family I was so very sorry to read about your sons passing . My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Jackie & Wayne Brown
March 2, 2022
We were so sorry to hear of this sudden loss. Our hearts and prayers are with all his family and friends during this difficult time.
Michael Day
March 2, 2022
John was a wonderful individual who always had a smile on his face. My deepest condolences to John's family and friends. He truly will be missed. Words cannot express my feelings and sorry to hear of his passing
Kelly Barnett and Anastasia Carrier Barnett
March 2, 2022
Our heartfelt thoughts and condolences go out to Ted and Sandy and the entire Keaton Family in this time of sorrow. We hope you will be able to find peace in knowing that John lives on in you and everyone he held dear. May your memories of John bring comfort during this difficult time. All of our love, Kelly and Anna
Beth Allman
March 2, 2022
My heartfelt condolences to John's family. He was such a good colleague in our Kasuun family. He moved into my classroom when I left and I felt all was well. He will be missed.
Dixie Alms
March 2, 2022
I worked with both John and Tracey in Juneau many years ago. John was (and Tracey is) an incredible individual with that special knack and ability to reach and teach children from all walks of life. I was so sorry to hear of John's sudden passing and offer prayers for all of you, both family and friends. I know from personal experience how difficult it is to deal with such an immediate and devastating loss. May your memories bring you sustain you as you begin your lives without John.
Cindy Keller
March 1, 2022
I taught across the hall from John for several years at Kasuun. We were the 2nd-grade team. We raised our babies together, helped each other out, and mostly laughed. He was a genuine friend.
Renée Ambrosi
March 1, 2022
I did not know John but I do know the sorrow of losing a brother. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. May your memories of him bring you peace in your sorrow. My sincere condolences. Renée
Alice and Morgan Hildreth
March 1, 2022
Such sad news, he was a great guy and super teacher !
He will be missed so much !
The Solvberg Family
March 1, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Keaton family. We cherish the memories of growing up in the Parkside neighborhood having Kelli, Colleen, Erin and John as our friends. We wish Ted, Sandy and all the Keaton family, strength and comfort through this difficult time.
Deena Trinidad
March 1, 2022
I have known John most of my life like many of us. He's always been a fun wonderful and loving person. When he found out my daughter was stationed in Anchorage with the Army a few years back he immediately let me know that his home was open to her if she needed anything. He was just that kind of person. He will be truly missed. I love you John. Thank you for always being there.
Brent Hewes
March 1, 2022
John was the light in any room genuine and infectious personality loved John as a friend and Hockey Dad! RIP!
The Solberg family
March 1, 2022
A very sad day he will be missed by all . Our hearts goes out to Friends and family.
Heidi Johnson
March 1, 2022
My deepest condolences to Keaton´s parents, sisters and children.
I am so saddened by the news we got on Thursday.... A few of us were ready to meet up with him when he was settled.... I will miss him deeply.
Rest in Paradise my friend
Linda Baca
March 1, 2022
My deepest sympathy to Ted, Sandy and family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sonya Hewes
March 1, 2022
Prayers to everyone during this difficult time. I will always have fond memories of us parents at the rink watching our sons play hockey!
Bob and Sally Bell
March 1, 2022
Our thoughts and Prayers are with the Keaton Family. Our 3 sons grew up with John in the Parkside Neighborhood. This hits hard. Way too soon.
Bill and Jeanie Kitchens
March 1, 2022
We offer you Ted and Sandy and daughters our deepest sympathy for the loss of John. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you always.
Sharon & Andy Keaton
March 1, 2022
Sending our condolences with love from Amissville, VA
Eileen Welsh Eng
March 1, 2022
My love and prayers from MN to our cousins, the Keaton family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
- Eileen (daughter of Don & Marne Welsh, grandaughter of Mary Bernadine "Bernie" and Michael Welsh)
Laurel Lundgren Parratt
March 1, 2022
The world has lost a wonderful wonderful gentleman and friend to all. My daughters and I are very teary-eyed as we send the wonderful Keaton family our love sympathy and many many unending prayers. Please please let us know if there's anything we can do to help you out during this very sad time. We know all of you very well and we know you'll stay strong and we thank you for that. God bless and keep the wonderful Keaton family. See you soon at the three services. Love, Your sincere neighbors and friends... the Parratts... Kimberly in Whitefish, Montana, and Kristin and Laurel in Marysville, Washington...and we extend our many thanks to John's darling sisters for the care that they gave Kim snd Kris when Monty and Laurel were rooting on the Husky football team in Seattle!!
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