Former Bank of Ireland.
Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family in the exceptional care of the doctors, nurses and staff at North West Hospice.
Predeceased by his parents Kathleen and Patrick.
Beloved husband and best friend of Jackie and adored father of Robert, Jack, Mark and Claire.
He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, sons, daughter, mother-in-law Hannah, daughter-in-law Shannon, Mark’s partner Emily, brother Eric, sister-in-law Millie, nieces, nephew, relatives, close friends and neighbours.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis
Reposing at McGowan’s Crematorium and Funeral Home, Collooney, Co. Sligo (F91AKW5) on Tuesday 20th January from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Funeral will arrive at St. Patrick’s Church, Strandhill, Co. Sligo on Wednesday 21st January at 11:00am for Requiem mass with funeral proceeding to St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Scarden for burial after.
You can stream John’s Funeral mass live by clicking ‘Livestream’ below.
Family flowers only. Donations if desired to North West Hospice, care of The Foley and McGowan Funeral Home, Market Yard, Sligo.
You are welcome to leave a message of condolence for his family below.
RIP John a gentleman condolences to my cousin Jackie and your beautiful children and your mother inlaw Hannagh thinking of you all at this hard time.
Your cousin Leonora &Denis McGee and family Dungloe Co Donegal.💔
Such very sad news
John was a great human being
Shane Mitchell and Family
Sligo
Rip John and Jackie and family I’m so sorry for your loss. He definitely was a gentleman and I loved the chats at the market !! My thoughts are with you all.
I am shocked to hear this news. So great memories of the trips to France. A true gentleman. My sincere condolences to the family. May you rest in peace John.
Sincere sympathy to Jackie, Robert, Mark, Claire, Jack and all the Keegan family. So sad to read about the passing of John. What a kind gentleman .. may he rest easy
RIP John
An absolute gentleman, my deepest condolences to Jackie and family
Such sad news, RIP such a decent and lovely man. Our sincere condolences to Jackie and all the family. Eddie & Therese Lee & family Sligo.
A true gent. RIP John. Sending love to the Keegan family.
From Jack Ballantyne & Molly Muldoon.
To all the Keegan family I offer my sincere sympathy on the loss of a great husband and father. I feel so proud to have known him.
Heartfelt condolences to all the Keegan family on your huge loss. John was such a lovely man displaying kindness, affection and a genuine interest in players’ happiness both on and off the pitch. He was one of the best. May treasured memories comfort you at this sad time.
John Keegan you will be dearly missed by your wife and family and a host of friends. I am truly sorry to hear of John’s passing. We became friends when John arrived in Sligo. I arrived some time earlier in Sligo. Fellow Roscommon Man. Rest In Peace my dear friend.🙏🏻
Dear Jackie and family, am so shocked to hear your sad news I remember John being such a gentleman in our earlier bank days. Keeping you all in our prayers at this sad time May John rest in peace
My sincere condolences to Jackie and family on the passing of John. He was a colleague of mine in The Bank of Ireland, who’s company I always enjoyed. He was a true professional and highly respected. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.
We are shocked and saddened on noting John’s death. May he rest in peace. Our sincere sympathies to Jackie and Family and the extended Keegan relatives.
Rest in peace amen prayers for you all at this very sad time sincerely Claire foley O’Connor Tavares, Florida. Peace be with you all.
My sincere condolences to Jackie, sons and daughter on the sad loss of John, may he rest in peace 🙏🏻
My deepest condolences to Jackie, Robert, Jack, Mark, Claire and the extended family. I was deeply saddened to hear of John’s passing. I knew him from Bank of Ireland and he was a true gentleman, a consummate professional and a wonderful colleague. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace.
Jackie, I am really sorry to hear about John’death. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. I hope you can find the comfort and strength in the people around you to help you through this very difficult time.
Jackie, I am really sorry to hear about John’death. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. I hope you can find the comfort and strength in the people around you to help you through this very difficult time.
Offering our sincere condolences to Jackie and family. We were very sad to hear the news of John’s passing. He was such a lovely and kind man. RIP John.
Sincere sympathy to Jackie and family. I worked with John for a number of years. John was a true gentleman and a professional and always brought this value to his work in BOI. So sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace.
John was a person who connected immediately with his warm smile and laughter.
A true gentleman A true human being.
So so saddened and shocked to hear of his passing.
Sincere condolences to all of his loving family and friends.
Our sincere condolences to the Keegan family. John was an incredible man and we’ll miss him dearly.
Sending condolences from all of us in Barcelona to Mark, Emily and the Keegan family. John was a gentleman, may he rest in peace.
Dear Robbie, Shannon, and the rest of the Keegan family, I’m so sorry for your loss. John was a lovely man, and a true gent. Sending love to you all during this difficult time.
Dear Jackie,
I am deeply sorry to learn of your beloved John’s untimely death.I remember when he arrive in Falcarragh many years ago.He was a thorough gentleman, excellent at his job and always a pleasure to meet and deal with.Your loss is huge and may you find consolation.My deepest sympathy to you and your family.May John Rest in Peace.
I’m shocked to find out of John’s passing. I dealt with John for Sligo rugby and i really enjoyed his company.
He stuck out as a lovely man and someone I’d love to have had a pint with.
My condolences to his family