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John Alvin Keeler
Visitation

MacCoubrey Funeral Home
30 King St. E., Cobourg

Monday December 22nd, 2025
10:00am - 11:00am

Service

MacCoubrey Funeral Home
30 King St. E., Cobourg

Monday December 22nd, 2025
11:00am

Reception

St. Peter's Anglican Church
240 College St., Cobourg

Following Service

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John Alvin Keeler

November 13, 1931 - December 19, 2025

Passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, December 19th, 2025 at his home in Cobourg at the age of 94. Beloved husband of the late Lona Ann (nee Closs). Cherished father of Kim Clarke (Richard), Laurel English (David) and Mark Keeler (Angela). Dear grandfather to Zacharius, Tyler, Kristin, Levi, Jessi, Rachel, Sasha, Tyra and great-grandfather to 15. Loving brother to Jim Keeler (the late Barbara Corkery). Predeceased by friend the late Marion Mowers. John will be dearly missed by all he met. Visitation will take place at MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King St. E., Cobourg on Monday December 22nd, 2025 from 10:00am until time of service at 11:00am. Reception to follow at St. Peter's Anglican Church 240 College St, Cobourg. If desired, memorial donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

Message Of Condolence

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MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Steve Cole - January 14, 2026

Hi Mark So sorry for the loss of your Dad Steve and Marlene Cole

Florence Femiak - January 9, 2026

My deepest sympathy Kim, to you and your family.....so very sorry to hear of your father passing away.....so many memories you will cherish....may he rest in peach.....

John Wood - January 3, 2026

My condolences to Laurie, Mark & Angie and the rest of the Keeler family. I can remember Jack from as far back as the 70's when I played local minor hockey and then later when I started working at G.F., He was always a friendly, nice man to know. I'm sorry to hear of his passing.

Linda Wong - January 2, 2026 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation

Jacqueline Hodgins - January 2, 2026 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank

James Keeler - January 2, 2026 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Rosemary Broomfield - January 2, 2026 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Peggy Adams - December 31, 2025

Condolences to the Keeler family! Peggy (Groves)

Carol Ann Heffernan - December 31, 2025

We are so very sorry to hear about “Jack” Tom worked with him for years at Kraft/General Foods Our sincere condolences Tom & Carol Ann

Irene Clarke - December 29, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Canadian Council of the Blind

Scott Tuttle - December 29, 2025

On behalf of Theresa and I, we would like to send our condolences to the Keeler family.

Andrew Cann - December 27, 2025

Mark, my most sincere condolences for the loss of your Father. I'm sure he will be missed by your entire family.

George & Marylou Taylor - December 27, 2025

Sending our condolences to Jack’s family and friends.

TimBailey - December 27, 2025

So very sorry Mark for your loss . He was a great man !

Judi Gill - December 27, 2025

Mark,Angie and family Jeff and I are so sorry to hear about your dads passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies . The Gill Family

Debbie & Shawn McBride - December 26, 2025

Kim, Laurie, Mark and families. So very sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. We have so many great memories of him. Thinking of you all and sending our love at this difficult time.

Donna and Jack Gelineau - December 24, 2025

Kim and Laurie,You can not pick the time of death for a loved one, but try and think of all the good memories of Christmases gone by that you all had with your precious Dad .Just know He was a good man. God Bless you all at this time!!

Pat & Shelley Rutherford - December 24, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Terry McBride - December 23, 2025

Mark,Kim,Laurie and family. So sorry for the loss of Jack.My Condolences.

Judy Elliott - December 23, 2025

Dear Jim, Kim, Laurie & families I’m so very sorry for your loss sending heartfelt condolences to all.

Pam & Peter Ayres - December 23, 2025

Sending our condolences to Jack’s family and friends. Having worked with Jack at General Foods / Kraft General Foods, he was always a pleasure to talk to and a great guy to work with.

Julie Darling - December 23, 2025

Dear Laurie & Dave, Condolences to you and your family on the passing of your dad, its never easy losing a parent. May your memories comfort you during this very sad time. Julie

Barb and Al Harnden - December 23, 2025

Sending condolences to all the family

Scott Clouston - December 23, 2025

My father, John, and his twin sister, Jean (Mc Bride), grew up with Jack and Jim (Clouston and Boomerang Roads) and attended Academy Hill School together. Condolences to the families of Jack and Jim.

Irene Clarke - December 23, 2025

Our heartfelt sympathy - John was fortunate to have such a loving and caring family. Dennis and Irene Clarke

Carolyn Davis - December 22, 2025

Dear Laurie & Families We are very sorry to hear the passing of Your Dad, Our Thoughts & Prayers are with You all. I'm sure through the years you will have Beautiful Memories to hold on to, Hugs sent. From Everett & Carol.

Greg and Cathy - December 22, 2025

Our heartfelt sympathy to you Lauri, and Dave, and the whole Keeler Family. It’s a difficult loss and time, but I hope you all find a little comfort in knowing he was ready for his angel wings to take him to be with his love and friends again. Hold his memories dear and he’ll always be with you. Greg and Cathy

Marlene Caffin - December 22, 2025

Kim and Family - Thinking of you as you remember the wonderful life your father had. Hold your memories close in this time of remembrance.

Stacy Warner - December 22, 2025

Mark my sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. It’s so sad to lose your parent.

Barry Grills - December 22, 2025

Sending my deepest condolences to the Keeler family. Sorry for your loss

Angela Emerson - December 22, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Northumberland Humane Society

Steve and Colleen - December 22, 2025

Thinking of you all and sending our sincere condolences.

Scott Broomfield - December 22, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Scott, Christine, & Amber - December 22, 2025

We are truly sorry for your loss, loosing a parent is heart breaking. Thinking of you and your family and sending you strength, comfort, and love. Your Dad was one of a kind! I hope it brings a small bit of comfort to imagine him gaining his wings and enjoying endless rounds of golf once again. I hope that image brings you a small sense of peace. Please know we are holding you close in our thoughts and sending you so much love. xo From the Broomfield's (Scott, Christine, & Amber)

Jan Bangs - December 22, 2025

Dear family, were are very sorry to hear of your father's passing. He has left a fine legacy behind with a great family. Thinking of you all. With heartfelt sympathy, Bangs family. RIP Mr. Keeler

Yolande McKinnon and Wayne McKinnon - December 22, 2025

Our deepest condolences to Jim and the Keeler family. We did not know John , we do know Jim and his wife, to you our sincere condolences.

Melissa Emerson - December 22, 2025

Sending our condolences and love to you all. May Jack rest in peace. ❤️ Love Gary, Melissa, Morgan and Michael

Susan O'Leary - December 21, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Salvation Army Food Cupboard

Karen Chalovich - December 21, 2025

Kim, Laurie, Mark & families, our sincere condolences on your dear father Jack’s passing. We have fond memories of playing after school at your house for many years & our parents friendship with Jack & Lona. I was pleased to keep in touch with Jack & Marion in recent years. May you have many wonderful family memories. Sincerely, Karen Chalovich

Catherine Workman - December 21, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Cobourg Public Library

Patricia Hammond - December 21, 2025

Laurie & family, I am so sorry to hear of your dear Dads passing. May you and your family find comfort in all of your treasured memories. My deepest condolences to the entire family. May he rest peacefully! ❤️🙏

Shirley Foden - December 21, 2025

Sincere condolences Kim, Laurie and All family and friends. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Hugs

Kathy West - December 21, 2025

Kim, Laurie, Mark and families, sorry to hear of the passing of your dear father and grampa. Let your memories of him bring you comfort in the days ahead.🌹

Carolyn Flannigan - December 21, 2025

My sincere condolences to the family. I’m going to miss Jack coming in for his appointments. Such a pleasant man with a great sense of humour . RIP JACK

Deb and John Maughan - December 21, 2025

Sending our condolences Laurie and Keeler families. Thoughts and prayers be with you. Deb & John Maughan

Siobhan Wilson - December 21, 2025

Dear Laurie and family, I’m so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. May he rest in peace.

Debby & Warren McBride - December 21, 2025

Kim, Rick and family. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Our deepest condolences and may he RIP. Keep those memories dear to your heart. Debby & Warren McBride

Jackie Innis - December 21, 2025

My sympathy to the Keeler family ,He is at rest with his dear Lona,

Elaine Paul (Fiddick) - December 21, 2025

Just want to send my condolences to you laurie and your family . My thoughts are with you Elaine

Donna M Logel - December 21, 2025

My deepest condolences on your loss.

Kevin & Wanda Lansley - December 21, 2025

Mark and Angie, our condolences to you and your family.

Tracey Murphy - December 21, 2025

Sending sincere condolences to Laurie, Mark , Kim & Families! May your heart be full of wonderful memories to help ease missing him. Jack was a wonderful guy & always smiles when we all worked at Kraft. Rest in peace Jack! 🙏

Elizabeth King - December 21, 2025

My deepest sympathies to you and your family

Cindy Doyle - December 21, 2025

Rest well Jack, boy im going to miss you my friend. Laurie, Kim, Mark and families, sending hugs to everyone ❤️

Tammy and Terry Sumpson - December 21, 2025

Sending our deepest condolences to the family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Tammy and Terry Simpson

Linda Caine - December 21, 2025

ARE THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME ,

Cindy Wong - December 21, 2025

Kim, Laurie, Mark and Families: My condolences on the loss of your Dad. May he Rest In Peace. 🕊

Art Deb Jeninga - December 21, 2025

Mark and Angie Sorry for your loss Hold your memories close to your heart

Donna & Shirley Sandercock - December 21, 2025

Kim, Rick and family, So sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Now he's reunited with your mother and catching up with his many friends. Treasure the memories and we hope they provide some comfort through the tears. Our deepest sympathies.

Jason and Jennifer Celsie - December 21, 2025

Mark, Ang and the whole Keeler family, we are sending love and hugs. Thinking of you all.

Sherri McLean - December 21, 2025

I have so many great memories of Uncle Jack. I am so sorry to hear about his passing. Sending love and hugs to his entire family.

Cash/Paul Eddy - December 21, 2025

This man will be greatly missed by all our condolences to the family

Gus & Jennie Bambridge - December 21, 2025

Kim, Laurie, Mark and families: Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.. may you find comfort in your memories of Jack

Jim & Linda MacDonald - December 21, 2025

Kim, so sorry to hear of your Father's passing. Sincere condolences to your family.

Maggie McKessick - December 21, 2025

Jim, sorry for the loss of your brother. Sending our condolences.

Dr Morgan Hubbel - December 21, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Cobourg Public Library

Dr Morgan Hubbel - December 21, 2025 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Cobourg Museum Foundation

Dr Morgan Hubbel - December 21, 2025

My condolences: Shocked, because we had a good chat last week.

Brian and Penny Tackaberry - December 21, 2025

Kim and family We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences Brian and Penny

Terry Turk - December 21, 2025

Sorry to hear of your loss to the Keeler family

Joe and Sharon Wamsley - December 21, 2025

Kim, Laurie, Mark and families, please accept our sincere condolences.

Jan Clapperton - December 21, 2025

Kim and family So very sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences.

Charlie & Joy Black - December 21, 2025

Sorry for your loss sending prays

Shelley Thorne - December 20, 2025

So sorry for your loss R.I.P. Uncle Jack. You are now at peace with your beloved Lona.

Jamie and Jim West - December 20, 2025

Kim, Laurie, Mark and families. We were saddened to hear of Uncle Jack’s passing, but know he is now in the arms of Aunt Lona. His sight is restored and his health renewed. That is comforting. Allow your many fond memories to comfort you all in the days ahead. Love, Jamie and Jim

patricia bath - December 20, 2025

Laurie and Family So sorry to learn of your Dads passing. May he rest in Peace.

Teresa Smith - December 20, 2025

Sorry to hear of John's passing, May God comfort you in your time of sorrow Teresa and family

Joe Ferguson - December 20, 2025

So Sorry to hear the passing of John.Sending our condolences to the family this difficult time.Joe Ferguson and Cindy Greer

Dan & Linda Marshman - December 20, 2025

Mark, Angela and family, Thinking of you with sympathy and sending hugs. May your memories bring you peace and comfort.

Debbie Atanasoff - December 20, 2025

Kim & family Sending my condolences may your Dad rest peacefully. RIP Debbie

Jeff van de Moosdyk - December 20, 2025

Mark and Angie, so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Our condolences to you and your family. Please have warm thoughts at this time and share in the joy he brought you over the years! Jeff, Robin & Anna.