Obituaries
August 31, 2022

Paul Gilbert Keefer – Monessen

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Paul Gilbert Keefer, 93, of Monessen, died Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2022, in Deerfield Beach, Fla. He was born Feb. 25, 1929, in Monessen, son of John and Katherine Keefer. Paul spent his early years in Monessen and later resided in Allenport, employed with the Allenport Steel Mill. Paul called Deerfield Beach, Fla., home for the past 31 years. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Margaret Keefer; and son, Gary Keefer. He is survived by son, Paul “PG” Keefer (Kristy); as well as three daughters, Paula Simon (Richard), MaryEllen Bright (Brad) and Regina Jones (Tim). He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

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