Keith P. Honkala

Ashby/Ashburnham - Keith P. Honkala 66 of Ashburnham, Massachusetts passed away peacefully at his home on October 7, 2024 surrounded by his loving wife and family.
Keith was born in Fitchburg on July 2, 1958, a son of the late Rauni D. and Theresa M. (Kiley) Honkala and grew up in Ashby, after graduating from North Middlesex Regional High School in 1976 he went on to study at Doane University in Crete Nebraska on a football scholarship. Keith was active in the Ashby Boy Scouts and became an Eagle Scout. Keith was highly active throughout his younger life playing baseball, Pop Warner Football and skiing.
Keith was an avid outdoor sportsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing and trapping. He was a former member of the Fitchburg Rod and Gun Club, Fitchburg Sportsman Club, Turnpike Rod and Gun Club, British American Club and the Ashby Legion. He was a good friend who was loved by many and loved to be outdoors.
In 1980 Keith met the love of his life Teresa and they soon became the best of friends and shared a marriage of 38 years.
Keith was a Licensed General Contractor and owner of Honkala Construction Company Inc. Honkala Construction Inc was in business for 65 years thru three generations. One of his most commendable accomplishments was his skills as a general contractor. He recently retired in July 2024.
Keith was known for his strong will, unwavering determination, and love and support for his family and friends. Keith was predeceased by his father, Rauni and his mother Theresa Honkala, and his brothers Kevin and Kris Honkala.
He leaves his wife Teresa (Bowes) Honkala of Ashburnham, two daughters Stacey Honkala of Boston and Shana Honkala of Fitchburg; three grandchildren, Jaxson, Oakley and Maverick; four sisters, Debra Honkala and Diane Carson both of Townsend, Dale Helle of Leominster, and Donna Childs of Ashby, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held in the Glenwood Cemetery in Ashby on Saturday, October 19, at 11AM.