John Ronald KEEGAN

OBITUARY JOHN RONALD KEEGAN July 11, 1932 to January 20, 2008 To measure a Man... Is to sum up his accomplishments in but a few simple phrases. Those whose impact was greatest on family and friends tend to need fewer songs of praise. Dad always knew there was another chance to change an outcome. Growing up the eldest of 5, with precious few amenities, he learned to effect situations through force of will. Above all else he understood the value of family and revelled in all our accomplishments great and small. He loved talking about his family, a clean car, a good hockey fight, the market and the colour yellow. Always well dressed, he respected others who took care of their first impression; shined shoes and well tied ties were a quick gauge to your worth. Setting the tone for any situation he added flair when none existed. When we attended hockey games he refereed we always remembered never to tell the fans our Dad was the referee and we'll never forget the police escorts after junior games in Greenfield Park and St. Lambert. He loved his business and as a Trader his execution was legendary, He knew how to make a pro short a position on his bid and be grateful. He never liked to politic, but knew it so well he taught us to taunt the sharks we swim with in whatever waters we may find ourselves. His greatest accomplishment was that his children assumed their successes without doubt. With great sorrow, much love and admiration he will be deeply missed and always remembered by his loving and devoted wife of 54 years Beverley (nee Randle), daughter Deborah; sons Michael and wife Joanne (nee Viens) Randy and wife Deborah (nee Kregzde). Grandad, you will always be close in heart and thought to grandchildren Erin, Lauren, Katherine, Tyler and Jordyn. Predeceased my mother and father John and Kitty (nee Merrifield) Keegan, and will be sadly missed by brothers Gord and Billy and sister Joan. A Memorial Celebration will be held Friday, January 25, 2008 at 2 p.m. at Garden Hill Funeral Chapel, 11765 - 224th St, Maple Ridge, B.C. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Pacific Parkinson's Research Institute or Ridge Meadows Hospital The measure isn't in the words but the tears on the page... Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.gardenhill.ca Published in the Montreal Gazette on 1/23/2008