Richard Keegan Obituary in New Bern at Oscar's Mortuary, Inc.

Obituary For Richard Keegan

Richard Michael Keegan, 73, of Newport, beloved husband of Katherine, died Thursday, September 12, 2024 at his home.

The family will receive friends in the Atrium of St. Paul Catholic Church 12:00 PM, Friday, September 20, 2024.

His funeral Mass will be 1:00 PM Friday September 20, 2024 at St. Paul Catholic Church 3005 Country Club Rd. New Bern. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

He was a retired Electrician from Local Union #3 I. B. E. W in New York City. He was respected and revered by all his co-workers.

He was preceded in death by his parents James and Grace De Filippo Keegan and his sister Judie Farrington.

He is survived by his wife, Katherine Dolan Keegan of the home; one brother James “Jim” Keegan of Bronx, NY; one sister, Veronica “Ronnie” Colone of Connecticut.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place
Memphis, TN 38105 or Colonial Capital Animal Shelter 1860 Old Airport Rd. New Bern, NC 28562.

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I'm a retired local3 journeyman like like Rich.Met him in the early 80s I was just an apprentice.Truly one of the sweetest guys you could hope to work with.We became good friends and shared the love of Harley Davidsons and both bought new bikes in 84.Many good memories riding together.RIP Rich I'll see you in the other side.Well be in the wind again.😥

John Garbarino

Rest well Mr. Richie, I will never forget you. You always had a kind word for me and always made me smile. My condolences to Ms. Katherine, Peanut and the rest of the family.

Richie was a wonderful human being who fought so hard to beat his disease. May he rest in peace in the arms of the Lord!

Richie was a wonderful human being who suffered so long and fought so hard. May he rest in peace in the arms of the Lord!

Mr. Keegan and his wife were such a lovely couple. He always smiled when he came in for treatment and his wife was such a wonderfully sweet support system for him. He fought the good fight but can now rest! Prayers for the entire family. Sharon Lockey SECU Hem/Onc

Our sincere condolences Katherine. May your Richie's rest be eternal.. Love and hugs, Alice & Randy Senno

Sending our love, prayers, and condolences. ❤️Allison and Erica.

Francesca Russo

No more pain no more suffering just peace & comfort now that you are in Heaven with God.

I picked a yellow candle for friendship. We are so thankful and blessed that God brought you both into our lives. Richie was a kind, sweet friend and we're so grateful to have had him as our friend. Till we all meet again. Our love. The Riggs Family