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Thomas Keenan Obituary
Louisville - Keenan III, Thomas Joseph, 91
"How Sweet It Is"
These are no doubt the first words uttered by Thomas J. Keenan, III as he arrived at the gates of heaven, greeted by his beloved Annie, daughter Mary Cecilia Keenan Craig; parents Mary and Dougherty Keenan; siblings Mary Jo Keenan Shaughnessy and Mardou Keenan. Annie Albanese was the only woman to have his heart from 1st grade. When she died in 2008, he began carrying her picture in his pocket, always anxious to show everyone who would listen to his gentle words about his love. Now they are together.
A third generation Funeral Director going back to 1885, Tom's life and soul were dedicated to helping thousands of families at their time of loss, with compassion and love. In his early years, Tom attended St. Patrick's, St. Xavier, and KY School of Mortuary Science.
A Veteran of the Korean war, his life of service included many years with St. Vincent DePaul Society, Knights of Columbus, and the Shively Lions Club where he was a member for 68 years. He was regularly in charge of prayers, and jokes, for meetings.
A devout Catholic, Tom was a founding member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church, a member of the Funeral Directors and Embalmers Association and served on the board of Funeral Auto Co.
Left with the legacy of a truly giving, grateful and pure hearted father, are his children, Dr. Thomas Keenan, IV (Tammy), Anne Mary Stakem (Jim) and Maria Berger (Todd); Grandchildren, Thomas V and Anthony Keenan, Joey (Erin) and Anna Craig, Antonia and Abigail Berger, and Great-grandson Jaxon Craig.
Visitation will be Friday, April 9, 2021 at Ratterman Keenan Southwest Chapel, 4832 Cane Run Rd, 12-8. Due to Covid restrictions, his funeral at St. Lawrence is private, but will be live streamed on the St. Lawrence Facebook page. Internment at Calvary Cemetery.
Special thanks to the staff at Nazareth Home for their care and kindness in Tom's last few weeks, and the young ladies from Caring Excellence who helped him in his home for the two years prior. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Mass of the Air.
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Frank Calandrino
June 13, 2021
I am so sorry about my good friend Tom.
He was very special to me.
I just found out about his death.
You have my deepest sympathy, along with my wife Carol.
Our prayers will always be with you and your family.
Frank Calandrino
Ashli L Ragan
April 28, 2021
I´m so very sorry to hear of the passing of Tom. I loved spending days with him and talking about the lovely life he lived. I´m sure the weather is perfect in heaven, no "rainin´ or snowin´." Thank you for allowing me to share some of those memories with Tom and I wish only the best to the family that loved him so dearly when he was with us.
Scott & Robyn Saylor
April 10, 2021
Dear Keenan family
I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Keenans passing. There were so many great times with your family when we were kids.
I always admired your parents for their faith in God and their love for each other. May God welcome then into his kingdom.
MAGGIE NEVILLE
April 9, 2021
KNEW TOMMY AND ANNIE.FROM ST PATRICKS SCHOOL, FROM 1ST GRADE.LOVED THEM BOTH.ATE LUNCH A LOT AT ANNIES. HER MOM WAS A GREAT COOK. TOM AND ANNIE ARE TOGETHER.THEY HAD A REAL LOVE.
Sharon marlowe Davis
April 9, 2021
Oh what a wonderful man your father was he helped me so much when I lost my dad love to all of Toms family we were also from the old neighborhood
Donna Cronin Kelly
April 9, 2021
Our family will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love from the Cronins to the Keenans...
Tommy was the sweetest!!!
Karen (Rice) Cothran
April 9, 2021
The obituary is such a lovely story of Tom and his life. He was a true gentleman and always welcomed our family into his. My sincere gratitude for that- because the Keenan family is a joy to embrace! I hope you feel the hugs that I send to you now with my love. Tom- love you and God´s speed to Annie.
Kent Nickell
April 9, 2021
To Tom and your family, Kim and I offer our prayers to you all. You have been a wonderful friend and mentor to me over the years and I am sorry for your family at this time. Your dad helped to raise a wonderful family. I am thankful to know at least one of them, my friend.
Teresa Rice
April 9, 2021
You were able to tell the wonderful, life-filled with joy, love and caring history of the Keenan family. The Rice family extends their sympathy of the loss of Tom to their whole family, we still greatly miss your Mom, Annie, also. But just remember they are together again, Momma Mia!! Love you all!
Stephen Steilberg, O.D.
April 9, 2021
Mr. Keenan was always kind to me. He was a true gentleman. May he rest in peace with Jesus.
Peggy Timmel
April 9, 2021
Tom, Tammy and all,
I saw that picture, and he definitely proud showed it and obviously missed her. You two were there for him and his absence will hurt, but memories will heal. Prayers, Peggy
Maureen Holland
April 8, 2021
What a wonderful obituary for a truly wonderful man! Made me laugh and cry at the same time. He welcomes into the family and always made me feel special. Uncle Tommy truly was a blessing to everyone. Love to all of you who shared his life most intimately.
Rita Curl Reis
April 8, 2021
Sending condolences to each of Mr Keenan´s families. He was such a gentle man and so respected in the Shivley area.
Jean Payne
April 8, 2021
My sympathy to Tom's family. There are not enough words to tell you what a wonderful,caring and funny man Tom was. Always in my thoughts and prayers. He will be greatly missed. As was Annie. He is finally with his Annie.
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