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Mark Keilty Obituary
Mark proudly served in the Marine Corps from 1968-1972. He was decorated with the Purple Heart Badge of Merit and the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palms for his service in the Vietnam War.
In 1985, Mark and his family moved to Cape Cod, where he started his longtime business, Keilty Plumbing and Heating.
Mark's jovial personality made him the life of every party and he could always make people laugh with his knack for storytelling. He especially enjoyed golfing with the "doctors," cheering on New England's sports teams and jetting off to warm destinations to don his signature Hawaiian shirts.
He is survived by his daughter Jessica Keilty Eaton and her husband Tom Eaton of Richmond, Vt.; son David Keilty of Harwich; and former wife, Corinne Blakeney of Harwich. He is also survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Richard and June Keilty of Framingham; brother and sister-in-law, John and Sharon Keilty of Mashpee and Fort Myers, Fla.; sister, Doris McGarry of Leominster; sister and brother-in-law, Joyce and Cliff Drazen of Hudson, N.H.; sister and brother-in-law, Linda and David Rheaume of Fitchburg; and many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held at the Doane, Beal & Ames Funeral Home,on Route 28 in West Harwich on Wednesday, April 15, from 4 to 7 p.m.
A church service will be held at the Holy Trinity Church on Route 28 in West Harwich on Thursday, April 16, at 11 a.m., followed by an interment service at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne.
Donations in Mark's memory can be made to the VNA Hospice of Cape Cod, at 434 Route 134, Suite G-1, South Dennis, MA 02660, or The Disabled American Veterans Charitable Trust Service, at 3725 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring, KY 41076, www.cst.dav.org.
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Barb Aldrich Sprague
April 17, 2009
John and Sharon, I'm very sorry to hear about Mark's death. I had heard he was ill when I attended our high school reunion, but didn't realize how serious it was.
May God's peace be with you, as it is with Mark, now and always.
Raymond Burt
April 17, 2009
We were sorry to hear of Mark's passing. We enjoyed visiting with him on our trips to the Cape. Raymond & Carol Burt. (Parants of Eric & Charlotte Hedmark)
Jack McQuilkin
April 16, 2009
I am sorry to hear of Mark's passing. You knew even back in high school he would touch people wherever he went. He was one of the good ones.
April 16, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Please know you are in my thoughts. God Bless you all.
Kathy (O'Brien) Lowell
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April 15, 2009
Dear Joyce
Sorry for your loss, prayers are with you
God Bless
Arlene (Larson) McCarten
Joyce & Corky Ross
April 15, 2009
To The Keilty Family,
We are extremely sorry for your loss. Mark was always a barrel of laughs amongst all that knew him. We will truly miss one great guy.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Jim Parke
April 15, 2009
Dear Keilty Family,
I had known Mark growing up in Concord.
He was a friend that I will miss.
My deepest sympathies.
Jim Parke
Tom Murphy
April 15, 2009
To the Keilty Family
Please accept our sympathy for the loss of Mark. He was a great guy, a great teammate, and a very good friend.
Tom Murphy and Family.
Joan Cardillo
April 15, 2009
To the Keilty's, David and Jessica, stay close to each other and always be full of love and wonderful memories of your Dad.Lean on your friends and family through the days and years to come.Their Love will lift you.
Mark was a "Special" Dad,brother, and friend. He was as much part of our family as we were his.It doesn't get any better than that! God Bless you Mark.
Abundant Blessings to all,
My Love and Prayers
Joan (Martinson) Cardillo
April 14, 2009
To the Keilty family,
Semding my sincere sympathy. The Gahan and Keilty families were long-time friends and neighbors. My Dad always enjoyed talking to Mark.
Marilyn (nee Gahan) Robinson
April 14, 2009
To the Keilty Family; I am so sorry to hear about Mark. He was the best friend I ever had. My sympathies to you all. Johnny Mazzeo
Johnny Mazzeo
April 14, 2009
To the Keilty Family; I am so sorry to hear about Mark. He was the best friend I ever had. My sympathies to you all. Johnny Mazzeo
Dom Signoretta
April 14, 2009
To Mark's family:
From all of my family, we want to extend our deepest sympathies to you all. Mark was a great friend, from the days of playing ball on Central Street to joining the Marines together, he was always there to cover our backs. Though Mark was always the quiet one, he was also the toughest. He taught us all how to be men. He will always be remembered, never forgotten. Godspeed my friend.
Dan Hurstak
April 14, 2009
To Mark's Family.
My deepest sympathies are extended to you. Mark was a special person and a deep friend of mine. He will be missed. Aloha, my friend
Pat Brown
April 14, 2009
Sincerely sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and sympathies are with you.
April 14, 2009
Mark was a customer of ours but more importantly he was a great friend.We'll miss our #1 "doctor" and plumber. Our sympathies to all.
the guys at snow & jones
Dawn & Dennis Duff
April 14, 2009
We are very sorry to hear about Mark.
I will never forget the great memories of our friendship, the laughs and the great times we all had together in years past. Mark, my Pisces friend, I will never forget your very genuine, and exceptional friendship, and the humor and storytelling, too.
I am thinking of you in heaven, where I am sure you already have everyone laughing !
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Corinne, Jessica, David, & Tom. We have you all in our hearts during this very difficult time, and we love you always.
Dorothy Finigan
April 14, 2009
To the Keilty family.
Mark was a great person, full of life. His humor and quick wit will always stand out in my memories of him. He was a kind man. I am honored to have known him.
Dorothy Finigan
Kate Campion
April 14, 2009
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Patty and Joe Lawrence
April 14, 2009
Dear Keilty family,
We were sorry to hear of Mark's passing. He fought the good fight and will be missed by all who knew him.
The Staff of Doane Beal & Ames Funeral Home Funeral Service Incorporated
April 14, 2009
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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