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Evelyn Keelan Obituary

Keelan, Evelyn Rose (Nee Balzer) Beloved wife of the late Robert H. Keelan and son Michael I. Survived by five children, Cynthia (George) Saxton, Robert Sr. (Debra), Michael II (Bonnie), Mary Keelan (Vern), and Patrick (Barb). Further survived by loving grandchildren, great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. A Memorial Mass will be held Saturday at St. Rita's Church (2318 S. 61st St. West Allis) at 11:00 AM. Visitation will be held Saturday at the church 9:00 AM until time of Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Southside Meal Program are appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 16, 2018.

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Rose Tolson

May 20, 2018

To the Keelan Family , I'm so sorry for your Loss ,

Here are some words that I feel describe your Mom as I knew her !!

She was A Beautiful Lady Inside & Out, She was a Elegant Dresser, A Gorgeous, Sophisticated, Intelligent, Kind, Loving, Giving, Positive, Well Spoken & had a Great Sense of Humor.

She Loved Her Family, God, Friends & of course the Red Hat Ladies !! Thank You for Being My Red Hat friend & friend & I will Miss You !! You will always be Special !!!

I enjoyed all the wonderful family photos & showing off her Red Hat !!! Peace & Love to All !! Amen & God Bless Everyone !!

Lenore Hernandez

May 16, 2018

I've only known Evelyn for a short time, but what a wonderful lady. Always willing to help and give of her time, especially with the Red Hatters. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole Keelan family.
Lenore Hernandez, Milwaukee, WI

Annie Horne

May 16, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mark Hanrahan

May 16, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Keelan Family.

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St. Rita's Church

2318 S. 61st St., West Allis, WI

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19

Memorial Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Rita's Church

2318 S. 61st St., West Allis, WI

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