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Gerald Keyes Obituary
Gerald T. Keyes, of the Hilldale section of Plains Township, passed away unexpectedly Saturday afternoon, Nov. 28, 2009, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Plains Township, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was a son of the late John and Beatrice (Hannon) Keyes. Jerry was a graduate of James M. Coughlin High School, and was an Army veteran. He was employed as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service for 34 years, until his retirement, and was a member of the National Association of Letter Carriers. He was currently employed at Little Flower Manor Nursing Home, Wilkes-Barre. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Keyes; and sister Eleanor Andes. Surviving are his wife of 46 years, the former Patricia O'Hara, Hilldale; son, Kevin Keyes and his wife, Donna, Wilkes-Barre; daughter, Kimberly Krushnowski and her husband, Stephen, Old Forge; grandsons, Ryan and Brady Keyes; Casey, Cael and Camren Krushnowski; sister, Betty Lukasavage, Wilkes-Barre; brothers, John Keyes, Mountain Top, and Donald Keyes, Tarpon Springs, Fla.; as well as several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday from the Corcoran Funeral Home, 20 S. Main St., Plains Township, with the Rev. Andy Jerome, pastor of Parsons Primitive Methodist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Chapel Lawn Memorial Park, Dallas. Friends may call today, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.corcoranfuneralhome.com .
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for Gerald Keyes
Mary Beth & Rudi Henn
December 4, 2009
Dear Pat and family, We were so sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. It's been a while since we last saw him but every time we did he was always the nicest most friendly man anyone would ever want to me. I'm sure he will be missed greatly by you and your family.
December 3, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband Gerry. He was a great man and we have many memories of the times when we all lived on the heights. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Your GAR class mates,
Mary Ellen Snyder Smith &
Millie Scutch Morio
December 1, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Mr. Keyes as a very nice friendly dad to the nervous teenage boy that was picking up his daughter. I could always tell he was watching from the corner of his eye! Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family.
Greg Jones and the Jones Family
Allison Slavish
December 1, 2009
Donna, Kevin & family,
I just heard today when Mykala got home from school... I am so sorry for your loss.. . He was a truely nice man that Eddie and I enjoyed talking to at the ball games. I will truly miss this spring when baseball starts..
the Slavish family
Susan Zingaretti
December 1, 2009
Dearest Pat,Kim and family,
My deepest sympathy over the loss of your husband and father. May God help you through this time in your life.
Love,
Susan (Clip Tease) and family
December 1, 2009
Mrs. Keyes, Kevin and Kim and the rest of the Keyes Family: We're so sorry for your loss. Mr. Keyes was great man who was loved by his family. All Our Love, Linda, Andy, Matt and Morgan Dunn (Donna's College Friends)
December 1, 2009
Dear Pat and family, We were so Blessed to have Gerry as part of our family at Little Flower Manor and St. Therese Residence. He treated our Residents with the up most respect and dignity. He will remain in our hearts forever. With Our Deepest Sympathy, Maryann Ondish, Business Office
Kim Keyes Krushnowski
November 30, 2009
Thank you all for your kind words about my dad. It has been very comforting for us to hear stories from his coworkers at the post office, his baseball buddies, and his many, many friends. My dad was a genuine person who would be humbled by the outpouring of love we're receiving.
Tom Parker
November 30, 2009
Pat,
I have not seen you or Jerry for many years but have many fond memories of you both when we all lived on the Heights. Nick's Pizza, cork ball and many other memories.
I pray that you will find comfort in knowing that God willing you will be together again.
Ed & Ann Wilson
November 30, 2009
Pat, Recieved an e-mail from Tom Parker and a phone call from my sister Gayle Haggerty today informing me of the loss of your beloved husband Gerry. My best memories of Gerry was his constant smile and how he was a great athelete.
May it help to know that friends are sharing the sorrow in your heart. God Bless you and your family, Ed and Ann Wilson
Mike Williams
November 30, 2009
Dear Pat, My deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of Gerry. We were teammates and opponents on the baseball diamond many years ago. Gerry was always a competitive player and a good friend. I remember you at the games and how much Gerry loved you. May you find peace in knowing that Gerry was well liked by everyone that knew him. Pat, keep your Faith in the Lord.
November 30, 2009
Dear Kevin, Donna, Ryan and Brady, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts ard prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Frank, Sharon, Kyra and Frankie Castano
Marty & Cathy Piotroski
November 30, 2009
Gerry and I worked together for years at the W-B post Office. What a gentle soul he was!. I remember when delivering his route one stray dog waited for him every day and Gerry would let him hop in the delivery vehicle and take him with him all day delivering the route. Please accept our condolences on the passing of an exceptional human being.
Marita Austin
November 30, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
November 30, 2009
sorry to read of the passing of Gerald our thought & prayers are with his family in this time of sorrow Gerry was a classmate & will truly be missed. Audrey(Dale)Searles CHS '52
November 30, 2009
Dear Pat we were very saddened with the news of Jerry's passing. we are right now in florida and saw it on the net. sincerely Betty, Pat DeCinti
November 29, 2009
Pat, I am so sorry to hear of Gerry's death and please forward my
condolence to your children. Frank Egidio
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