Arthur Joseph Keefe

SUDBURY:

Arthur Joseph Keefe, age 83, passed away March 12, 2024, at his home in Sudbury.

Art was born in Hartford, CT, on December 18, 1940. He was the son of Stanley and Marion (Mund) Keefe. He grew up in Hebron, CT where he received his early education and graduated from RHAM High School, class of 1958. He earned his degree from the University of Hartford, Class of 1962. Art began his working years at W.T. Grant’s in Hartford and later came to Vermont to work for Agway. He afterwards began a career at Brandon Training School, as a social worker. He continued working for the State of Vermont and retired as a supervisor of the office of public guardian. Seeking something to do following his retirement he worked for a while, as a cashier at the Hannaford’s store in Brandon. Art was always proud of his years, as a gentleman farmer. He did shows with his goat’s and won the National Championship with the American Goat Association. He had served the Town of Sudbury as a Selectman. He enjoyed painting in oil’s and did exhibits at the Brandon Library. Art loved animals and interacting with people.

He is survived by his brother; Wayne Keefe and his wife Denise of Weare, NH. A nephew and a niece also survive him, and a special friend; Dennis Rockwell. He was predeceased by his parents, his spouse; Mark Albert, and a sister; Nancy Geysen. The memorial service “In Celebration of His Life” will take place on April 20, 2024 at 2 PM, at the Brandon Congregational Church, in Brandon. A private graveside committal service and burial will take place, in Pine Hill Cemetery. Following the ceremony, the family will receive friends, at Brandon American Legion, for a time of remembrance.

Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made, in his memory to; Brandon Area Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 232, Brandon, VT 05733.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Miller & Ketcham Funeral Home in Brandon.

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