Avon: On January 2, 2017 at age 88 after a long illness. Predeceased by his devoted wife of 63 years, Martha Neff McKeown, his beloved daughter Erin Schmerbeck, parents Samuel McKeown and Agnes Lynn McKeown, his brother Samuel McKeown, sisters-in-law Patricia McKeown, Ruth McKeown, and Joanne McKeown, and brother-in-law William Neff.
Survived by his daughters Marilynn (Fred) Cirri of Palm Harbor, FL & Christine (Daniel) Quinlan of Avon, and his son-in-law Bill Schmerbeck; grandchildren, Ryan (Kyle) Watson, Joshua Cirri, Anthony Rowe M.D., Ashley Quinlan, and Zachary Quinlan; great-grandchildren, Trent, Grant, and Carter Watson. Also survived by his sister Peggy (David) Linton, and brothers James McKeown and David McKeown, along with sister-in-law Sondra Neff, and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
Bill was born on December 22, 1928, in Avon, NY, to Samuel McKeown and Agnes Lynn McKeown. He was a graduate of Avon High School, and married his wife Martha in 1953. They had three daughters. Bill worked as a farmer, and was the Town of Avon Highway Superintendent. In his free time, Bill enjoyed racing ponies, having coffee at the local diners, and spending time with his family.
A Celebration of Bill’s life will be held on Saturday, July 15th, 2017 at 11am at the Avon Methodist Church, 130 Genesee Street, Avon, NY. Private burial, Avon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Avon United Methodist Church, 130 Genesee Street, Avon, NY 14414. To send a condolence or for further information please visit:
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Dear Marilynn, I am very sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort in the memories guarded in your heart. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Miriam
I first met Bill back in the early 80’s when I was working at what was, Dutch Hollow Diner at the time. He used to come in with Corkie Snyder and another gentleman whose name I can’t remember, in the evening when things had slowed down. They would sit and have coffee and maybe a piece of pie that I “couldn’t sell” and just spend some time with each other. It was always so nice to see all of them and after some time we kind of formed a nice bond, being able to joke with them,(especially Bill)and have some laughs. After I left Dutch Hollow I was always so happy to run into Bill around town and share some laughs and nice conversation. I always felt that out of the “three musketeers” Bill was always my favorite and I know that he will be sorely missed by all. My sincere sympathy on your loss of such a wonderful life.
Dear Marilyn and Family, You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. Please know that you are in my prayers.
Anne
I am so sorry for your
loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Jeani
Dear Marilyn,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Nancy Watkins
Marilynn, I so sorry for your loss. I personally know how difficult these times are on a person. You may get some solace in knowing that he had a good and long life.
Warmest regards.
Jennifer
Dear Chrissy, Danny, Ashley & Zach, We are so very sorry to hear about the passing of your father/grandfather. Our thought and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Mary, Blake & Olivia Minster