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Friday, February 12, 2016

Mr. John "Ed" O'Keefe Sr.

Lorain- John "Ed" O'Keefe Sr., 84, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at Mercy New Life Hospice Center in Lorain, OH surrounded by his loving family.

John was born in Lorain, OH on December 6, 1931 to his loving parents, Edward David and Mary (nee: Berkenbaugh) O'Keefe.

He graduated from St. Mary's Academy, Class of 1950. He worked at Lake Terminal Railroad until induction into the US. Army, 3rd Armored Division on April 6, 1953 until April 5, 1955.

Following his discharge he worked from 1959 to 1966 at the U.S. Postal Service. From 1966 until his retirement in 1992 he was employed at PolyOne in Avon Lake.

On September 8, 1956 he married his sweetheart, Jean Cyprus and they were blessed with 4 children. He was an avid Cleveland Sports fan and played high school football, enjoyed playing softball and bowled over the years. He enjoyed traveling extensively with his wife, gardening and wood working.  One of his greatest joys was attending his grandchildren's music and sporting events. He was a member of St. Peter's Church in Lorain.

He is survived by his beloved wife of over 59 years, Jean (nee Cyprus); children, Christine Kolleda (Jay- deceased), John Jr., Cathleen Turner (Grant) and Peggy Baron (Gary); eight grandchildren, Brooke, Chad, Lauren, Erin, Erica, Kellie, Blake and Coleton; 2 great-grandchildren, Lily and Jay and a third in the oven; brother, Terry of Florida; brother-in-law, John Lindway; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Danny and Jerry; and sisters, Maryellen Lindway and Patti Ruehlman.

"Ed" was known for his humor and quick-wit.  But most of all he put his family first and foremost.

The family will receive friends at Reidy-Scanlan-Giovannazzo Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2150 Broadway, Lorain (440) 244-1961 on Monday, February 15, 2016 from 4:00 - 8:00 PM. Closing prayers will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 9:20 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at St. Mary Church, 309 West 7th Street, Lorain, OH 44052, Fr. Daniel O. Divis, Pastor, officiating. Christian burial services will be held at Ridge Hill Memorial Park in Amherst Twp. where military honors will be performed by the Amherst Veterans Military Honor Guard. Online condolences may be sent using www.rsgfuneralhome.com.

 

Posted By: RSG Funeral Home @ 4:25:57 PM

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Posted By: Thom & Darla Urbanek

Dear Jean and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Not only was he a great loss to you and your family, but to all that knew him. He left a great family to enjoy his memories, and memories will always keep him close. We will always be here for you. Love, Thom & Darla P.S. Ed and I will still be able to meet in the same place.

Posted on: 2/18/2016 8:02:32 AM


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Posted By: Thom & Darla Urbanek

Dear Jean and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Not only was he a great loss to you and your family, but to all that knew him. He left a great family to enjoy his memories, and memories will always keep him close. We will always be here for you. Love, Thom & Darla P.S. Ed and I will still be able to meet in the same place.

Posted on: 2/18/2016 8:02:32 AM


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