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Steven Keyes Obituary
Steve was the owner of Keyes Electric in Whately, MA, an electrical business he began in 2006, just one month before his first child was born. Steve loved working as an electrician, and his employees meant a lot to him. Steve had a zest for life. He found tremendous joy in everything he did. He loved to travel and he loved the ocean, but most of all he loved his family.
Steve leaves behind two sons, Sam (13) and Jack (9), along with his ex-wife, Tracy Keyes. He also leaves behind his partner, Autumn McGuffey, who is expecting Steve's first daughter. Steven is also survived by many family members, including his beloved mother, Katherine (Jon) Adams; his father Robert Keyes; his step-father, Steve Chamberlin; his siblings, Elizabeth (Trevor) Duffy, Shannon (Chris) Lamere, James Adams, Jacob (Kayla) Adams, Megan Keyes, and Kristopher Keyes. He also leaves behind his grandfather, Walter Dutton, three nieces and two nephews, along with aunts, uncles, cousins and many close friends.
Calling hours will be held at Wrisley Funeral Home in South Deerfield on Friday, January 24th, from 5-8 pm. A Memorial Service will be held at First Congregational Church in Sunderland on Saturday, January 25th, at 11 am. Following the service, friends and family are invited to the Keyes Electric Community Room for a reception.
Expressions of Sympathy are available at: www.wrisleyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Steven Keyes
Coetsier
January 11, 2023
From Marc and Myriam, Belgium
Marc Coetsier
February 2, 2020
Dear Kathy,. We deeply regret the unexpected, sudden loss of your beloved son Steven
Although parents with children of about the same age we cannot even immagine the deep sorrow you must have. Marc & Myriam Coetsier De Roo.
Max & Ellie Belcher/Mandell
January 25, 2020
My wife and I were shocked and saddened to read in the newspaper of Steve's death. His family, friends and co-workers have our deepest sympathy. He and his crew have done so much work on our old house over the last 6 years. Steve could not have been nicer to work with. I can only imagine the strength necessary for those closest to him to get through this. A true misfortune.
Robert, Gail and family Judd
January 23, 2020
So sorry for your loss Bob and all his family members, our harts are saddened.
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Ian Hodgdon
January 23, 2020
I was shocked to hear the news of Steve's passing. My coworker and secretary told me of the accident. I am stunned, saddened, and my heart is aching. My condolences to his family, friends, and employees. Steve and his employees helped me with electrical work on three different occasions. The last call was installing a new ceiling fan in my bathroom 3 maybe 4 years ago. He asked, "So who's the one going into the attic?" I responded, "I will". Steve without skipping a beat said, "I won't argue over that!" Being in the middle of summer he made the right decision. He was an amazing man. My condolences.
Robert Morrison
January 22, 2020
So very sorry to hear this. Deepest sympathies to all his friends, family and loved ones. Steve and his crew rewired our old house when we moved to Northampton two years ago. He was such a great guy, a great presence. We inherited a huge old framed mirror from the previous owner which we couldn't use, and Steve expressed interest, so we offered it to him. He picked it up only a few months ago. May it forever reflect his spirit!
jennifer glenowicz
January 21, 2020
Hearing this is shocking news. I am so very sorry for his family, and his boys who I knew he loved so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this horrific time.
January 20, 2020
Bob, we are so sorry to hear about Steven. I still have the photo of he and Matt together 30 years ago. We can't imagine what you are feeling but Pete and I have you in our thoughts and hope that love and memories will help you through this. MaryEllen Pollard and Pete Banister.
Ginny Rorabaugh
January 19, 2020
K-Man,
You were one of our kids, and Phil & I loved you like that. You told me you wanted to be a dad like Phil was, and I believe you made it with Jack & Sam.
The memories you left are so vivid and will stay with me always. I take comfort in the pictures you have posted in the last 6 months. You looked happy and like you were in a good place in life, and when you messaged me you were always smiling through your words.
May God hold you in his hands. Give a my love to Phil as I know you will see him.
Love you.
Russ & Stephanie Saunders
January 19, 2020
We can only imagine the heart break of losing a child, hopefully your strong faith and spirit will help you and your family in finding a way to comfort each other.
Laurie V
January 18, 2020
My heart is with you.
Janet Adams
January 18, 2020
I am so sorry - It does not seem real. Love you all and here for support
Saul Casdin
January 18, 2020
Only knew him for a few months... encounters many but brief... a very real person that inspires the best in everyone that met him... that I immediately counted in the circle I call friends ( as well as my electrician for all jobs that I needed one). My customers also immediately loved him. Wish I could have spent more moments with him. Unbelievable news still 4 days later. He had so many people that love and depend on him it is a true tragedy. A loss that will impact many forever. Thoughts are with his enormous family/employees, friends, customers, colleagues...
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