Maple Ridge, BC – Donald “Pappy” Keenan passed away peacefully on May 21st, 2025 at the age of 87.
Donald is lovingly survived by his beloved wife, Carmel Bridget (nee Mulligan), daughters Linda, Susan (Deb), Michael, Mary (Theodore), Carmel (Brian), Brian (Leslie-Ann), Maureen (Phillip), Teresa (Ryan), Garry and daughter-in-law Cheryl as well as grandchildren Erin, Devin, Aileen, Carissa, Chelsea, Shad, Travis, Samantha, Bridget, Brandon and Claire and great grandchildren Addison, Ainsley, Hayden, Finn, Lochlan, Shephard, Alexandra, Bobby-Lynn, Rhett and Kayden. Donald was predeceased by his beloved parents Cecilia and Frederick Keenan, his brother Robert, his sister-in-law Angele and niece Anne-Marie. He loved life to the very end and had jokes and laughs up to his final few hours of life. His wit and larger than life personality will be greatly missed by his family including his siblings Barbara (Wendell), Brian, Marion, Teresa (Alex) and Adrian (Christine) as well as his many nieces and nephews.
Special thanks to all his friends in Kaleden especially Tom, Romeo, Carmen and Mike who helped make his summers at the farm so memorable. Many thanks to the staff at RCH Dialysis Unit and all the doctors, nurses and staff who cared for Pappy and also to his family of physicians past and present: Dr. Samantha Hage-Moussa, Dr. Andel Kok and Dr. Allen Neufeld.
To his nephrologist Dr. Mohamud Karim: we fulfilled our goal with your care and went above and beyond his goal of 85.
The funeral service will be held at 11am, Friday May 30th at St. Luke’s Catholic Church, Maple Ridge BC with burial to follow at Maple Ridge Cemetery.
June 1st, 2025
Lin and I are particularly thoughtful today as we recognize the passing of a larger than life personage in our community. We will always be grateful for the support we received from Don and Carmel in our very early years in the community. Carmel, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this emotional time. Lin and Bill Barker
June 1st, 2025
I’ll second Jen’s note! Mr.Keenan always made us feel right at home during our play date visits with Maureen when we were small. His laughter and smile lit up the room. Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to all of the Keenan family.
May 30th, 2025
My sincerest condolences to the entire Keenan clan. Growing up with you was such a gift and having "Pappy" as my second dad was a blessing. Cherish the wonderful memories and take care of eachother. Wish I could be there.
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