Mr. Timothy G. Keefe

Timothy G. Keefe Timothy George Keefe, 70, of Rye, NH, and a longtime resident of Lowell, MA, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his beloved family on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. Tim was born in Lowell to George and Pauline Keefe on April 13, 1953, and grew up in Belvidere. He attended Keith Academy and graduated from Lowell High School, and earned an Associate’s Degree from Northern Essex Community College. Tim began a successful career in construction at the Lowell Housing Authority, after formative early jobs at the Post Office and M. F. Horan Company, all helping him to grow his passion for construction and development. Over the years, he had the chance to travel and work on projects that brought him fulfillment and had a positive impact on the communities they were a part of, including building a science center and modernizing dorms at Yale University; reconstructing the air traffic control tower at LaGuardia Airport; and developing multi-unit affordable housing in Boston after returning to Massachusetts to start his own development company. Throughout his career, Tim built strong bonds with his colleagues and customers alike, often as a valued partner, trusted mentor, and friend. Outside of work, Tim was a voracious reader, an athlete and sports fan, and an enthusiastic cook and epicure. As a lifelong learner, Tim loved his Boston Globe and New York Times, devoured books, and took courses at Harvard Extension School. Tim loved all sports, but he especially loved basketball. He played throughout high school and college, coached his daughters’ teams, and loved watching his beloved Celtics. Those lucky enough to know Tim probably ate something incredible that he whipped up in the kitchen or on the grill. Cooking for and sharing meals with his loved ones brought Tim tremendous joy. Nothing was more important to Timmy than his family, which was evident in the ways in which he cared first for his four younger siblings, then for his four daughters, and most recently for his three grandchildren. As Dad, he spent Sunday mornings cooking Mickey Mouse-shaped pancakes and home fries for his girls and whichever friends happened to sleep over that weekend. In the summer, he’d corral everyone into the station wagon at 7 am so he could get a parking spot at Seabrook Beach. As Papa, he loved bonding with Aidan, William, and Ruby. He took such pride in watching them grow into such unique and funny little humans. And as their Timmy, his brothers and sister saw him not just as their big brother but as a father figure, role model, and mentor in their lives. Nothing brought Tim more pleasure than being up at the beach with his family, sporting his signature Ray-Bans and reading the latest thriller or biography. In the last few years, Tim’s dream of owning a beach house became a reality. He renovated his home for friends and family to gather. The town of Rye became his home, and he cherished his time there along with the many new friends and neighbors that became a meaningful part of his life. Tim leaves behind his four daughters, along with his three beloved grandchildren: Kathleen (Kate) Keefe and her partner John Sexton; Kara Keefe Mullin and her husband Christopher Mullin, and their sons Aidan and William; Meaghan Keefe; and Courtney and her husband Nick Romanowsky, their daughter Ruby, and a second daughter due in April, as well as his former wife and lifelong friend, Roberta Keefe. He also leaves behind his four siblings and their spouses: Patricia (Keefe) Coffey and her husband John Coffey of Lowell, MA; James and Michiko Keefe of Concord, MA; John and Mary Jo Keefe of Lowell, MA; Mark and Suzanne Keefe of Lowell, MA. as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. The family would also like to extend their deepest gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and staff at Mass General Cancer Center as well as to Dr. Andrew Romanowsky for all of their competence and compassion in providing top-notch care to Tim. Family and Friends may call at The Fay McCabe Funeral Home, 105 Moore Street, Lowell, on Friday, February 9, 2024, between 4 and 8 pm. There will be a Celebration of Life at Long Meadow Golf Club, 165 Havilah St, Tewksbury, on Saturday, February 10, 2024, from 12 - 4 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to MGH Cancer Center at https://giving.massgeneral.org/donate. Please designate your gift to the Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund in memory of Timothy G. Keefe so that we can thank you. ARRANGEMENTS BY THE FAY McCABE FUNERAL DIRECTORS 978-459-9222 www.faymccabe.com

Mr. Timothy G. Keefe

April 13, 1953 - February 6, 2024