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Obituary for KEHOE


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Thursday August 18, 2005

Dorothy Agnes Kehoe, age 78, was called home on August 14, 2005 to be reunited with the love of her life, Gerald Bernard Kehoe, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her death were her parents, William and Mildred Wynne of Stephentown, NY; brothers, Raymond and Johnny; sister, Mildred Stoker; and granddaughter, Michelle Alger. She is survived by her children, her vocation in life, Michael Jude Kehoe, Timothy W. Kehoe and wife, Patty, Dennis B. Kehoe and wife, Ruth, Susan R. and husband, Rod Bray, Matthew J. Kehoe, Jerry B. Kehoe, Moira E. and husband, Jeff Alger, Patrick J. Kehoe and wife, Sandra. Her adored grandchildren include Sean, Jim, Rabeka, Megan, Michelle, Siobhan, Shana, Chad, Brendon, Sheila, Josh, Alicia, Charlotte, Gerald, and Cameron. Her surviving siblings include her brothers and sisters, Harold, Billy, Joan, and Ellen; as well as many relatives and dear friends. Dottie was born July 24, 1927 in Richmond Hill, Long Island, Jerry and Dottie were married in the Bronx, NYC on November 27, 1954, she began her family in the Bronx and later moved to Edgewood, NM. She was a long time resident of Albuquerque. Being active and dedicated in the her Catholic faith, the first mass for St. Elizabeth Anne Seton Church in Edgewood, NM was held at her home. She was active with the Brothers of the Good Shepherd, Catholic Daughters, and Daughters of the American Revolution. Dorothy was known for her 'gift of gab' and knew no stranger. Dorothy was an inspiration to all who knew her, for her dedication and love for her family, her friends, and her faith. She will be dearly missed. There will be no viewing. A Rosary service will be recited at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, August 17, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, August 18, 2005 at 10:00 a.m., Lomas at Tennessee NE, Albuquerque, NM. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to those who assisted her during her final days and passing: Lori, Erlene CRNA, Judy RN, Mary RN, Sarah and Rebecca, Dixie RN, and especially 'angel' Art RN of Preferred Hospice. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Brothers of the Good Shepherd, 218 Iron St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. We love you mom. French Mortuary 10500 Lomas Blvd., NE 275-3500