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Brian Keenan Obituary
AGE: 59 • Jamesburg
Retired Spotswood Police Sergeant BRIAN E. KEENAN died Wednesday, November 23, 2016, at St. Peter's University Hospital in New Brunswick. He was 59.
Born in Anchorage, AK, he resided in Spotswood until 1980, when he moved to Jamesburg.
Brian, a Sergeant with the Spotswood Police Department, retired in February 2012, after 25 years of service to the community. He was a past Delegate with PBA Local #225. Brian received numerous Letters of Appreciation, Citizen and Service Commendations, Meritorious Service Awards, and was a member of the Honor Legion. He was also a life member and former President of the Spotswood Volunteer Fire Department.
He also was proprietor of Jen-Kat Maintenance and Lawn Care.
He was predeceased by his mother, Lorraine Urban Keenan in 2011, and by his father, Howard Keenan, in 2015. Surviving are his wife of 36 years, Christine "Tina" (Calabrese) Keenan; two daughters, Jennifer and Katherine, both of Jamesburg; his brother, Douglas A. Keenan and his wife, Sue, of Monroe Township; two sisters, Linda Ann Diccianni and her husband, Mike, of Monroe Township, and Karen Denise Enright of North Brunswick; two half-sisters, Kim Letts and her husband, Steven, and Erin Dalley, both of Jackson; his brother-in-law Randy Calabrese and his wife, Kim, of Millstone, and many loving nieces and nephews.
Friends may call on Monday, 11/28 from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at The BRUNSWICK MEMORIAL HOME, 454 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick. Services will be held Monday evening at 8:30 PM. Attendees are encouraged to carpool if coming to the services. Cremation will be private. For directions please visit www.brunswickmemorialhome.com
Memorial contributions may be made to Spotswood PBA Local 225, 77 Summerhill Road, Spotswood, NJ 08884 or Spotswood Volunteer Fire Department, 495 Main Street, Spotswood, NJ 08884
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Karen Keenan
November 21, 2021
My life has changed so much the past nine years. You leaving me was one of the hardest out of them all. I love and think about you every day wishing we could have talked. I see signs from you when I'm thinking about you so I know you are here. Rest in peace Brian. I love you.
Karen Enright
June 17, 2017
Brian I love and miss you so much. It's still so hard to believe that you are gone forever. I dream about you and memories come in flashes out of the blue due to a smell or seeing a glimpse of someone who resembles you in a minute way. I love you my dear big brother. Rest in peace.
Karen Enright
May 30, 2017
Brian I love and miss you so much. It's still so hard to believe that you are gone forever. I dream about you and memories come in flashes out of the blue due to a smell or seeing a glimpse of someone who resembles you in a minute way. I love you my dear big brother. Rest in peace.
May 27, 2017
Brian, I was glad to have known you! Sorry you're gone! Condolences to the Family!
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Samantha Knight
January 17, 2017
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TerryLynn Mustakas
November 28, 2016
My condolences to the entire Keenan family. R.I.P. Brian <3
Gene
November 28, 2016
Brian was an excellent police officer who was committed to protecting and serving the citizens of Spotswood. He was also a volunteer firemen which is also a tribute that shows what kind of man he was. These words alone are not enough to truly describe this unique man who risked his own life on numerous occasions.. RIP BROTHER..
Al Kopak
November 26, 2016
Dear Tina and Family. Our sincerest condolences to you in the loss of Brian. We will keep you in our prayers. Love, Al and Judy Kopak
Karen Enright
November 26, 2016
Brian you were my big brother which you proved time after time. Whenever I needed you you were right there for us as you were for anyone who needed help. You saved lives and you put out fires. You never asked for anything in return. You gave to others without them knowing it was from you. I wish I could have saved you. Give Mommy, Pop, Cortney n Tommy a big hug from me. I love you Brian.
Brian Keenan's Family
November 26, 2016
Brian we are so heartbroken, words can not convey the agony we feel over losing you. The never wills are endless. You are a very important, very loved link in our family chain which is now broken beyond repair. Our only condolence is knowing that you are now with Mommy, Daddy, Ann, Joe, and all those who transended before you. We love you and will miss you. Love, Tina, Jen, Katy, Linda, Doug, Karen, Randy and our families.
angel
November 26, 2016
Rest in Peace Brian!
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