Keith R. DeSousa Sr.

Keith R. DeSousa Sr. obituary

Keith R. DeSousa Sr.

Keith DeSousa Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Knott's Colonial Funeral Home - Hamilton on Nov. 13, 2025.
Obituary of Keith R. DeSousa Sr.

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Keith R. DeSousa Sr. 63, of Delran N.J. passed away on Tuesday November 4th, 2025 after a long courageous battle with cancer.

Keith grew up in Yardville and graduated from Hamilton High School West. He retired from Iron Workers Local 68, where he made many lifetime friends.

He enjoyed music, cooking, decorating for the holidays, the New York Mets, and the Washington REDSKINS. Most of all he loved his family.

Keith was predeceased by his father Robert J. DeSousa and his mother Carol M. Francis. He is survived by his life partner Peggy Partridge. Sons and daughter, Keith "KJ" DeSousa Jr., Derek Partridge and Angelina Partridge. Sisters, Kimberlee Gentilella and Robin J. DeSousa. Nephew Chaz Kirkland. His closest friends Michael Augustyn and Dante Coluccio.

Psalm 23:4

Even though I walked through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for you are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday November 15th at 1:00 p.m.

Villa Mannino Restaurant

73 US Route 130

Trenton NJ 08620.

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November 15, 2025

Kim Rizz posted to the memorial.

November 13, 2025

Linda Bonfonti posted to the memorial.

November 13, 2025

Knott's Colonial Funeral Home - Hamilton posted an obituary.

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Kim Rizz

November 15, 2025

Keith was my brother Jerry's BF. He was very close with my father because they were all Redskins Fans. THERE WAS THE YARDVILLE GANG . You will be truly missed. My condolences to your family and friends

Linda Bonfonti

November 13, 2025

Keith Jr.(KJ) sorry for the loss of your father & best friend. Vincent & I feel your pain. He is resting in the arms of Our Lord and no more pain and suffering. Rest in peace Keith.

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2946 South Broad Street, Trenton, NJ 08610

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