JOHN JAMES KEOUGH

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JOHN JAMES KEOUGH Peacefully on Tuesday, April 27, 2010, John James Keough of Headingley, MB, passed away at Oakview Place at the age of 98 years. Remaining to forever cherish John's memory are his daughters, Louise Mollot (Marcel); Maureen Houde and Janine Girard (Ben); daughter-in-law, Peggy Keough; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Jamie Keough (Sandy) and their son Rory; Debbie Wills (Maurice) and their children, Tyler and Nicole; Roland Mollot; Michelle Ager (Mark) and their children, Liam and Emma; Yvette Casavant (Alain) and their daughter Josée; Roger Mollot (Pauline) and their daughters, Grace and Alice; Marcel Houde (Christine) and their children, Brianna, Alyssa and Nolan; Philip Houde (Mychelle); Paul Houde (Renée) and their sons, Justin and Donovan; Bryan Houde; Terri Baldwin and her children, Kurt and Kelsey; Dennis Klassen (Lisl) and their sons, Jakob and Leo; Natalie Girard (fiancé Justin Beaudin); Dennis Girard; Gilles Girard; as well as numerous sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Catherine Keough (Duffy); wife of 61 years, Helene (1999); daughter Kathleen Klassen (1970); son Jim (1997); son Dennis (2006); son-in-law Robert Houde (1998); sister Sadie Keough (1983); brother Tom (1998); grandson Darrin Klassen (2005); and grandson Kevin Keough (2006). John was born on November 24, 1911, in Headingley, MB. He married Helene Lamarre on February 22, 1938. Together they resided in Headingley, where they raised six children. The years spent caring for their son Dennis were a testimony to their strong faith and love of family. John was a well-known and respected businessman in the Headingley area. While working full time at the C.P.R. Railway shops, Dad also succeeded in building a wood, coal and oil operation into a thriving bulk fuel sales business and service station. John will always be remembered for his honesty, integrity, positive attitude toward life, and keen sense of humour. Many happy hours were spent in the company of his friends from the Headingley 55 Club. Dad looked forward to those regular outings, and his family sincerely appreciated the kindness and comradeship shown to him by all the members of this organization. We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to the staff of Starbuck Home Care whose dedicated service allowed Dad to remain in the comfort of his home for many years. In January 2009 John moved into Oakview Place. There he enjoyed numerous social activities, and we are very grateful for the excellent care Dad received from the compassionate staff at Oakview. Prayers will be held on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at 10:30 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m., in the St. Charles Roman Catholic Church, 320 St. Charles Street, with Rev. Father Paul Tinguely, presiding. Pallbearers will be John's grandchildren, Terri Baldwin, Debbie Wills, Dennis Girard, Bryan Houde, Philip Houde, and Roland Mollot. Flowers are gratefully declined. As an expression of sympathy, if friends so desire, memorial donations may be made in dad's memory to the Canadian Paraplegic Association, 825 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB R3A 1M5.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 30, 2010