J. Keith Kirwan

It is with deep sadness that the family wishes to announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Keith in his 81st year with his family by his side on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Beloved husband of 58 years to Shirley. Devoted father to Terri, Cheryl (Kevin Jones), Debbie (John Costa), Dave (Sue Buckley), and Barb (Bob Bingham); a cherished Grampa to Jaime (Blair Fedyszyn), Jason, Steven, Amanda, Sydney and Kelsey. Predeceased by his brother Don. Survived by siblings Noreen, Sheila, Ken and Pat. Keith was born on July 10, 1930. He spent 15 years in the Canadian Armed Forces after which he devoted his life to raising his family. He will be greatly missed. The family wishes to thank the ER Staff at OTMH and Trillium Health Centre and the ambulance attendants for all of their efforts and kind words. Family and friends will be received at the WARD FUNERAL HOME, 109 Reynolds Street, Oakville, Ontario, 905-844-3221, on Tuesday, November 16, 2010 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Mass will be held at St. Michael’s Parish, 181 Sewell Drive, Oakville, Ontario on Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at 11:00, followed by a reception in the parish hall. Cremation will take place following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to Covenant House would be appreciated. A Book of Memories may be signed at www.wardfuneralhome.com.

God rest his soul and keep our husband, father and grandfather in your safe arms.