Jerry Keane Obituary

KEANE Jerry Keane, Jerry, 59, of Mission Viejo, CA, passed away July 2, 2007. Born in Detroit, MI, he was a University of Toledo graduate, University of Southern California EMBA graduate, former National Sales and Marketing Director of M&M Mars, Mattel, and Haagen Dazs, owner of Keane's Religious Goods & Gifts in Laguna Hills, CA. Jerry is survived by his wife, Peggy; children Danny, Patrick, Katie, Dennis; brother Brian; sister, Colleen, and many nieces and nephews. Services will be July 9 at St. Edwards in Dana Point for the vigil at 7 p.m. Funeral to be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at St. John Bosco in Costa Mesa. More information at: www.oconnormortuary.com

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Published by The Blade on Jul. 8, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Keane

14 Entries

Jim and Gwenn Withrow

July 17, 2007

Dear Peggy and Family:
We were so sad to read the news of Jerry's death. Jim was out of town, so could not attend the funeral. We have many fond memories of the 2 years in the EMBA program at USC and especially of the graduation party on the yacht. Jim had been in contact with Jerry quite a few times in the past years and will miss catching up with him about your family.
We are praying that God will bring you comfort and strength and His peace that surpasses all understanding.
Love, Jim and Gwenn Withrow

Bob Ruiz

July 13, 2007

D.K,
Words really can't express the empathy I feel for you and your family just know that you are in my thoughts.

Take care,
B.Ruiz

Carlos Sinde

July 12, 2007

Dennis, I wanted to extend my deepest sympathies once again for your lost. The services this past week were a fitting tribute.

Claudia Satori ofGodSpace

July 10, 2007

Keane Family - Jerry made such a difference in the so many different areas of his life. It is going to be weird to not pick up the phone and call him for his vast repository of information, his humor and charity to all!

Carol Burkholder Michalak

July 10, 2007

Dear Keane Family,
My sincerest sympathy in the loss of Jerry. I have especially fond memories of the Keane Family not only were they neighbors but they provided me with transportaion to CCHS for the better part of 3 years. It was a true benefit to me but also provided me with the opportunity to get to know them better. My heart goes out to each and everyone of you.

July 9, 2007

Peggy and family....we are so sorry for your loss...we remember Jerry with the fondest of memories...he loved his family so very much...we know you will keep the memories alive. God bless, Kathi and Mike Imlay

Sue Grether

July 9, 2007

Dear Peggy,Danny,Pat,Katie and Dennis, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness.Jerry was a gentle giant of kindness and we were so honered our paths crossed in life. Love the Jeff Grether Family

Tina Olson (Heeren)

July 9, 2007

Dear Keane Family,

I am so saddened by this news. Although I did not know Mr. Keane well, I was friends with Pat in high school and did see first hand the amazing family he raised--just knowing the kids tells me what an amazing man and father he was. We made sure to ONLY visit your store when it came time to buy our crucifix for our new home and our gifts for our girls baptisms. I cannot remember a time that I did not see both Mr. and Mrs. Keane not smiling in that store! That alone is a life lesson for us all. They are a family that people what to emulate and I know much of that is attributed to this great man. You are in my thoughts and daily prayers and you now have a very very special guardian angel watching over you.

Judy Berkey

July 9, 2007

Peggy,

I was so sorry to learn about the passing of Jerry. Be strong and keep all your happy memories close to your heart. That will help you through this tough period of your life.

I hope you will still be able to keep your store open. It is the only religious store in the area that I know of. I would miss coming in and seeing all the special items that are there and being able to buy just what I need.

I will try to come to you more often when Santiago de Compostela needs supplies.

I've come to you in the past and you have been able to help me with what I've needed.

Take care and God bless you and your family.

Judy Berkey
Santiago Sacristan

Diane,Jenny,Katie Dooley

July 9, 2007

Dear Peggy and family..We were so sad to hear of your loss of Jerry. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers..

Carol and Ed Zalta

July 8, 2007

Dear Peggy, Danny, Pat, Kate and Dennis,
It was with much sadness that we learned of Jerry's recent death. We feel blessed to have shared many memorable occasions with the various "Keanes" over the past many, many years. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this challenging time. Jerry, undoubtably is looking down upon you with much love and pride as you carry on without him.
May God continue to bless you always.
Love,
Ed and Carol Zalta

AL & BARBARA WISNESKI

July 8, 2007

RECEIVED THE TRAGIC NEWS TODAY (SUNDAY). SPEECHLESS AND GREATLY SADDENED BY THE LOSS OF SUCH A FINE DEVOTED MAN. PEGGY, GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL FAMILY. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Stephanie

July 8, 2007

What a super-duper, friendly, awesome guy...and I only knew him through coming into the store! My prayers are with the family. God bless.

Mike Cappelletty

July 8, 2007

The many miles and years have not kept Jerry from my thoughts. There are times when it seems like only yesterday. I thank him for showing me that even the everyday things in life can be seen as the greatest of moments. One of my fewest regrets is that I did not stay in touch with such a wonderful person and family. We have lost a "one of a kind" person. I wish that my kids and grandkids could have spent one day with him and your family.

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