Roger Charles Keating

Roger Charles Keating, March 23, 1943 - February 7, 2025 left his earthly home he loved at the age of 81.  His final hours, before entering his Heavenly home, were spent in the presence of his beloved family.  He is survived by Joyce, his treasured wife of nearly 62 years; his sons, Kraig (Jill) Keating, Kory (Shannon Houseman) Keating; and much loved grandsons; Skyelar Guy, Taylor Goodwin and Bailey Goodwin. He was a devoted husband, father and friend.    He will be deeply missed by his immediate and extended family and his many dear friends.  He was the guy who could fix almost anything especially if it was one of the John Deere’s he loved so much.  Favorite times were spent plowing snow or mowing grass.  Other good times were spent on one of his many boats, or just watching the Thornapple River go by.  He was predeceased in death by his parents, Ronald and Alice (Lamphear) Keating; and a brother, Ralph Keating.  Memorial services will be held at 11:00 am Friday, February 14,  at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 8436 Kraft Ave. Caledonia, with Pastor David Miller and Pastor Timothy Brand officiating.  Relatives and friends may meet the family at the church on Thursday from 5 - 7 p.m. and on Friday from 10:00 am until time of service.  Those who wish may make memorial contributions to  St. Paul Lutheran Church, Capital Improvement Fund, or Faith Hospice Trillium Woods. Per, Mr. Keating wishes cremation has taken place.  The family would like to thank family and friends at St. Paul Lutheran Church, the caregivers; Amber, Tammy & Quan for their wonderful and compassionate care given to Roger.