Obituary of Arthur Joseph O'Keefe

Arthur Joseph O'Keefe Arthur Joseph O'Keefe, 85, of Tumwater, died August 8, 2009. He was born in Tacoma, WA to Duggan and Hazel O'Keefe. He retired from the Air Force as a Medical Material Supervisor -Technical Sergeant. He proudly served in Pakistan, England, Texas, Florida, and New York. His enjoyments were roller skating, bird watching, photography, computers, watching college football, and the Seattle Mariners. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Genevieve Mason. He was the loving father of Jerry Arthur O'Keefe (Mary) of Olympia, Joyce Henrickson (Randy) of Olalla, WA, Joan Michele O'Keefe, and Janet Marie O'Keefe of Sauquoit, NY He is also survived by his sister, Mary (Danny) Krogstad of Wasilla, AK, his brother Michael D. O'Keefe of Olympia, three grandchildren and two great grandsons. There will be a graveside service at Ruddell Pioneer Cemetery on August 14, 2009 at 3:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations maybe made to Ruddell Pioneer Cemetery Association, 1247 Hall St. SE, Lacey, WA 98503. Please leave memories and condolences online by clicking "View Guestbook" below.