William Joseph Keeshan, born December 7, 1948 to Thomas and Marie Keeshan of Long Island, NY, passed away on June 18, 2020. He leaves behind his loving wife of 49 years, Vicki of Holiday, FL. Bill as he was lovingly known, met Vicki while they both served in the United States Air Force. Bill told Vicki on their first date that he was going to marry her. They were married January 29, 1971. He also leaves behind one brother, Michael Keeshan of Newbern, North Carolina; 8 sisters, Fran Runk of New Port Richey, FL, Pat Vitello (Joe) of West Palm Beach, FL, Brenda Aleschus (Fred) of Gainesville, FL, Eleanor Liberg of Levittown, PA, Sheila Noe of New Port Richey, FL, Kathleen Keeshan of Melrose, FL, Janet Eicher (Dan) of Hawthorne, FL, and Florence Cione (Albert) of New Port Richey, FL. 25 nieces and nephews, 34 great nieces and nephews and 8 great great nieces and nephews who all loved him dearly and will cherish his memory.
His final resting place will be at the Florida National Cemetery in Sarasota, Florida.
Viewing will be at Dobie’s Funeral Home, Holiday FL on Wednesday, June 24, from 2-4 pm with services and Military Honors to immediately follow.
BRENDA (KEESHAN) ALESCHUS (SISTER)
June 22, 2020, 12:00 am
WHAT CAN I SAY, THATS YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART I WILL MISS YOU WITH THAT HEART, THAT I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.THAT WE WILL FOREVER BE THE 10 OF US. REST IN PEACE BILLY UNTIL WE R 10 TOGETHER AGAIN. I LOVE YOU
Patricia Vitello (Sister)
June 22, 2020, 12:00 am
My heart is beyond sad. I will miss Bill for the rest of my life.
Wish I could have been there
for you Vicky. I love him.
Pat
Theresa & Joseph Lurgio (Aunt)
June 22, 2020, 12:00 am
Bill you will always be in our hearts, your smile was infectious whenever we got together and the love and affection you had for your family and wife was with you till the end.Even though we were only seven years, apart, you always made me feel so special as your “only” aunt. My love for you will live on daily in your memory of the beautiful orchids you gave me, until we meet again.Love You
Catherine Pena (Niece )
June 22, 2020, 12:00 am
Words cannot express how much you will be missed Uncle Billy.
Alan T Pena (nephew)
June 23, 2020, 12:00 am
I was this close after returning from my deployment from busting down the doors to see you but I just missed you. I'm happy as long as youre not suffering. Like you said, as long as theres a Keeshan welder in the air force, they'll be alright, thanks for everything.
Stacey Young (Niece)
June 23, 2020, 12:00 am
With every generation you have been there and loved us all. We have many wonderful memories and stories to share but it wont be the same without you. Please know how much you are loved.
Colleen (Niece)
June 24, 2020, 12:00 am
I am so happy we were able to see each other when I visited in 2018 – we had such a wonderful time, did not think it would be the last. Thank you for your undying love, no matter how much time passed or how many miles between us. Thank you for your enthusiasm when it came to my children. You will forever be missed and loved. Rest in Peace <3
BRENDA ALESCHUS (SISTER)
May 31, 2021, 12:53 pm
I CAN’T BELIEVE A YEAR HAS PAST SINCE YOU LEFT US. NOT A DAY GOES BY WITHOUT ME THINKING OF YOU. YOU WILL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART AND MIND. MISS YOU SO MUCH. LOVE YOU FOREVER.