Obituary of John M. Keenahan

Keenahan, John Albion: John Keenahan, 73, died peacefully on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at the age of 73. Before he retired he was a supervisor of maintenance for NY State group homes for disabled people. John was born in Schenectady, NY on January 9, 1942 to Martin B. Keenahan and Laura Coldwell Keenahan. He grew up in Ithaca, NY. He is survived by his son, Paul Keenahan; and his grandson, Logan Keenahan. Other survivors include his sister, Luise Lonergan (Wallace); three nephews, James (Marete) Eadie, Douglas (Kelli) Eadie and William (Diana) Eadie; grandnieces, Heather and Jocelyn Eadie, & grand nephews, Kristian, William and Liam Eadie. John was a generous and kind man. He had a unique perspective and sense of humor. His wonderful friends and neighbors in Albion, NY greatly enriched his life, and his family is indebted to them and to the outstanding doctors and staff at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, who did everything possible to heal and comfort him during numerous hospitalizations in recent years. His family will have a private service at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Carlton Fire Company, 14341 Waterport Carlton Road, Albion, NY 14411 in appreciation for the exceptional ambulance service they provided when John needed them.