Deacon Michael P. O’Keefe

Michael Patrick O’Keefe returned to the arms of his Lord on February 11th surrounded by his loving family. Born in Detroit on June 23rd, 1947, “Deacon Mike” was the loving husband to Roseann for 36 years and the beloved Dad to Brian (Gina), Keri (Brad) Urquhart, and Michael (Stephanie). He was the cherished “papa” to Gabby, Genna, Adrianne, Libby, Olivia, Abby, and Molly, as well as the Dearest Brother to Mary, Diane, Kathy, Patrick, Peter, Gary, and late Dennis. Michael was also Dear Uncle to a flotilla of nieces and nephews.

Michael was a US Army Veteran as well as a proud Catholic Deacon for over 20 years. After receiving his MA in Religious Studies at Sacred Heart Major Seminary he served as a Hospital Chaplain and, most recently, as the Christian Service Coordinator at St. Margaret of Scotland Church in St. Clair Shores. A retired Senior Manager at Trott & Trott, Michael had fruitful careers with the Boy Scouts of America as well as the US Veterans Administration. He was also a freelance writer.

Michael was a kind man who, particularly during his years with Roseann, was a larger-than-life presence in any room who loved having a good time while ensuring that everyone else was doing the same. He will be missed.