Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Arthur E. "Buddy" O'Keeffe
Arthur E. "Buddy" O'Keeffe
Obituary
Guest Book
Arthur O'Keeffe Obituary
Arthur Edward "Buddy" O'Keeffe, passed away on July 14, 2024, in Bridgton, Maine, at the age of 79. Born on October 11, 1944, in Everett, Massachusetts and raised in Wakefield, Buddy lived a full life marked by kindness and a warm, approachable spirit.
Buddy was the son of the late John Joseph O'Keeffe and Louise Clemens O'Keeffe, both of Wakefield. He was the husband of the late Sandra Ruth Murray, also of Wakefield. He was the father of James Michael of Danvers, and Kevin Lloyd and his wife Cheryl of Middleton. He was the grandfather of Megan, Olivia, Evie and Owen.
He was a proud member of the Wakefield Police Department for 27 years and coached hockey at both Wakefield High School and the Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational Technical School.
Buddy will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. His legacy of warmth and generosity will continue to influence and inspire those who were fortunate enough to have known him. His wake will be held at McDonald Funeral Home, 19 Yale Ave., Wakefield, MA 01880 from 4-7PM on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.
The family appreciates the incredible outpouring of love and support during this time.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
People and places connected with Arthur
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Arthur O'Keeffe
Tell your own story about Arthur
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Make a Donation
in Arthur O'Keeffe's name
How to support Arthur's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Arthur O'Keeffe's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
