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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
KEENAN, William C. - Passed away in his home in his 93rd year, with family by his side on August 11, 2025.
Reunited with his beloved wife Ruth (2019) of 65 years. Loving father of Patrick (2014) (Janet), Edward (Debbie), Lori Grenier (Dave), Lisa Schlosser (Paul), and Michael (Linda). Proud Papa of Yvette, Jennifer, Lizette, Benjamin (1996), Robert, Keri-Lee (1993), Breanna, Michelle, Andrea, David, Erika, Kristopher, Emelie, and Matthew. Old Papa of Draven, Dallyn, Desmond, Dexter, Tyler, Ryan, Zoe, Owen, Maggie, Bennett, Grayson, Kallum, Emelia, Gabrielle and one on the way, and Very Old Papa of Dakotah.
Predeceased by his parents Patrick and Velma Keenan, and his siblings Jeanine Dunne, James Keenan and Mary Ann Dinsmore. Survived by his sister-in-law Helen Church. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and his furry companions Ashe, Misty and Atlas.
William proudly served his country from 1950-1955 in the Canadian Navy. He was a firefighter at the Windsor Airport, eventually becoming a truck driver and retiring after many years of dedicated service. He suffered as a lifelong Toronto Maple Leafs fan, despite his wife Ruth being an avid Detroit Red Wings fan. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing Softball and Darts at the Army Navy Airforce Club.
If you so desire, memorial donations to the Humane Society would be appreciated by the family.
Visitation will be held Thursday August 14, 2025 from 6-9pm at Families First, 1065 Lauzon Rd., East Windsor. (519) 969-5841.
Private family burial to follow at Victoria Memorial Gardens. (Families First Funeral Home)
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