Obituary of David J. Keenan

David J Keenan, 68, of N. Toll St in Scotia, passed away peacefully at home on Dec 14, 2014. Dave was surrounded by family as his courageous 6 yr. battle with cancer came to an end. Dave's wonderful attitude and sense of humor sustained us all. The son of the late James and Editha ( Teagle ) Keenan, Dave was born in Schenectady. A graduate of Niskayuna High School and a USAF veteran, he was predeceased by his brother, Richard. Dave is survived by his wife Deborah Kellam Keenan, his children Kelly ( Michael ) Curtis of Waltham, MA., Brian ( Tammy ) Keenan of Wynantskill, NY, his step- children Meghan ( Michael ) Bigos of Niskayuna, NY, and Paul Rizzo of Albany, NY. Dave was the devoted Grandpa to Abigail, Ella and Adam Curtis, Ethan and Brayden Keenan, Steven Garcia, Drake and Logan Barker- Bigos, Natalie and Jayden Rizzo. He will be missed by his two nieces, several cousins and many friends. A special thanks to Rick and Aimee Munro for being family, in addition to being neighbors. Dave was so grateful for your friendship. Dave retired from the GE Global Research Center in Niskayuna. An avid bowler, he was a member of the Mt Carmel Holy Name Bowling League, his high game was a 299. Dave, Debbi and their little buddy Oliver, the dog, enjoyed traveling, especially in their motorhome. Calling hours will held at Jones Funeral Home, 1503 Union St, Schenectady on Friday December 19th, 9-11am immediately followed by a memorial service. Rev. Carole Miller, First Bapist Church of Schenectady, officiating . The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Dana- Farber Cancer Institute ( P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA, 02284 ), St. Peter's Hospital Foundation ( 319 S Manning Blvd.. #114, Albany, NY 12208 ) or The Community Hospice Foundation ( 295 Valley View Blvd, Rensselaer, 12144 ). We are so grateful for the excellent care Dave received from these providers.