Peter H. Keating

Feb. 28, 1949-Feb. 7, 2015 Peter Keating, 65, of Marysville, Wash.; died peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by his family the morning of February 7, 2015. A kind hearted man with a generous spirit and a joy for life has departed for his next great adventure. He will be greatly missed and is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 45 years, Patricia; his sons, Bill (Danny) and Pete (Erika); and his grandchildren, Brynn and Gavin. He will also be remembered by his nieces and nephews, and lifelong friends. Born on February 28, 1949 in North Adams, Mass.; he grew up in New England and went on to do his duty as a proud US Veteran of the Vietnam War, serving honorably in the US Air Force for 23 years. Later in life, in Washington, as a skilled tradesman he used his expertise as a Machinist to help to build airplanes for Boeing. We will always remember and love this great man. As per his last wishes, a private family service is planned and no public funeral will occur. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his name to the Northwest Alzheimer's Association.