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DAVID E O'KEEFFE
August 29, 1931 August 8, 2018
David O'Keeffe Sr. was born in San Jose, CA on August 29, 1931 to John O'Keeffe and Lou (Helmerson) O'Keeffe. After graduating from Santa Clara University he joined the army and become a lieutenant during the Korean War. Following the Service he worked for IBM for 33 years and retired in 1989 as Director of Policy Marketing. He continued to share his talents as a consultant for O'Keeffe & Associates. Dave was a born leader, actively involved in numerous civic and church groups, primarily at Our Lady of the Lake in Lake Oswego and St. Mary's Cathedral in Colorado Springs. He supported dozens of charitable organizations and was a key support to Bishop Sheridan of Colorado Springs.
He enjoyed all sports, excelling in basketball, but could never master golf! Dave and Janelle traveled all over the world, and made numerous trips to Ireland where he forged strong relationships with his relatives in County Cork. A lifetime highlight was flying out the family for a whirlwind tour of Ireland on a chartered bus.
Dave was a devout Catholic, totally devoted to his family and church community. He was profoundly interested in the lives of everyone he met. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Janelle O'Keeffe and five children: David Jr. (Lindy), John (Kathy) Karen (Peter), Jenny (James), and Tim (Renae). He was blessed to have 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
The funeral will be held at St. Mary's Cathedral, August 14, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Mary's Cathedral or Pikes Peak Hospice Foundation, 2550 Tenderfoot Hill St., Colorado Springs, 80906.
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I was so sad to hear about David. Please accept my consolences for your loss.
Mary Sue O'Neill
August 14, 2018
My sincere sympathy and condolences.
Ruth Eck
August 14, 2018
Thinking of you with love, Jennifer
Chris Parmentier
August 12, 2018
Sending you love and light.
The McDermotts
August 11, 2018
It was with great sadness that we learned of your dad's passing; please accept our heartfelt condolences.
The Joyce Family
August 11, 2018
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