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- James W. "Jim" Keating
May 15, 1933 - September 4, 2012
Long-time resident of Wauwatosa. Born to Eternal Life on Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at the age of 79 years. Beloved and devoted husband of the late Donna J. (nee Vincent). He will always be proudly remembered by his children, Jeffrey (Susan) Keating of Auburn, WA; Kelly (Jim Myers) Keating of Albany, NY and Colleen (Bobby Beyer) Keating of Sharon, WI. He was "Grandpa Jim" to his loving grandchildren, Adam (Eva) Keating; Alex and Lizzie Myers; and Declan Beyer; fond brothers, Donald (Beverly), Clifford (Carol); sister, Karen (Chuck) Hall; brother-in-law, William Vincent; other relatives and friends. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Agnes and John Keating, brothers Gerald and Richard Lee Keating; and brother-in-law, Richard Vincent.
Visitation Wednesday, September 12 from 2:00pm until time of Service at 4:00pm at the Funeral Home. Private entombment at St. Joseph 's Cemetery, Waukesha. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Milwaukee Rescue Mission, or the Salvation Army, or the Lutheran Home Foundation appreciated.Jim was raised in Appleton, WI and graduated from Appleton High School. He then worked for over 41 years at Wisconsin Bell. After holding fifteen job assignments, he retired in 1993 as General Manager in charge of Public Communications. Jim also served 10 years with the Wisconsin National Guard. Jim was a long-time member of Christ King Parish of Wauwatosa, the Wauwatosa Senior Golf League and Pioneers of America. After retirement, Jim enjoyed golfing, and taking care of his family and home. Special thanks to the compassionate staff of 2-East Lutheran Home who took great care of both Jim and Donna in recent years.
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