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September 18, 2019

Veteran

Charles F. Keenan, Jr.

Charles F. Keenan, Jr. “Charlie” of Weymouth, died peacefully on September 18, 2019, at home surrounded by his family.

Charlie proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War. He worked for the Boston Herald and the Boston Globe for over 45 years. He was devoted to his family, took an active role in the extracurricular activities of his grandchildren and took meticulous care of his home and yard. Charlie enjoyed monthly outings with childhood friends affectionately known as the Wildcats. He will be deeply missed.  

Beloved husband of the late Joan M. (Gillis) Keenan. Devoted father of Cheryl Boleza of Abington, Robert J. Keenan and his wife Nancy of Weymouth, Jim Keenan of Onset and Kathleen Spurr and her husband Chuck of Weymouth. Cherished Papa of 11 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Loving brother of Beverly M. Walsh of Rockland and the late Paul J. Keenan. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Charlie also leaves behind the staff and residents of Fairing Way who became a loving second family to him since joining their community. 

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Sunday 2-6 PM in the McDonald Keohane Funeral Home SOUTH WEYMOUTH at 809 Main Street (Rte 18 opp. So. Shore Hospital).

Relatives and friends will gather in the funeral home at 9 AM on Monday prior to the Funeral Mass in St. Albert the Great Church, Weymouth at 10 AM.

Burial in Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Charles may be made to Old Colony Hospice, 321 Manley Stret, W. Bridgewater, MA 02379-1022.