Kenneth Michael Keyes, 86, of Rowley, MA, passed away on Monday, October 26th at Anna Jacques Hospital surrounded by family. He was born on January 25, 1940, to Kenneth and Helen (Doherty) Keyes in Medford, MA.
Raised in Winchester, MA, he attended Winchester Public Schools and graduated from Winchester High School in 1957. He enjoyed summers at the family vacation home at the top of Great Neck in Ipswich, MA. He married Sandra Seaboyer in 1961, and together, they raised three children in Rowley, MA. In the early years of his career, he was a successful self-employed electrician throughout the North Shore area. He also spent many years working at Knowles Gas Station in Rowley, where he enjoyed getting to know all the locals.
In his later years, he finished his career working at the Rowley Light Department, where he was the last walking meter reader to serve the town. Ken had special affection for the Towns of Rowley and Ipswich; the “Diner”; the Saturday morning breakfast crew, annual camping trips with family, and tinkering with anything that needed fixing.
He was predeceased by sister and brother-in-law Margaret and Howard Bowen.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Sandy (Seaboyer) and three children & spouses/partner: Karen & Bruce Nicholas of Groveland, Kenny & Kate Keyes of Haverhill, and Kristi Keyes & Brad Bozza of Franklin, NH. He leaves four grandchildren; Michael & Cicely Nicholas, Lilli & Ryan Connarton, Ernie Keegan and Sydney Keyes. He was the proud great-grandfather to Austin Mae Nicholas. In addition, he is survived by siblings and spouses Janice & Jim McDonald and Robert & Julie Keyes. He leaves many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
A Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday November 7th, at Rowley Veterans Association, 19 Bradford St., Rowley, MA, from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
To light a memorial candle or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.fsrobertsandson.com.
~ Arrangements entrusted to
F. S. Roberts & Son Funeral Home ~
