Robert Noel Keating

Robert Noel Keating, 86, passed away at home in the company of his wife and daughter on November 2, 2021. Known for his determination, loyalty, sense of humor, and big heart, Bob was respected in the community and cherished by family and friends. Bob was born on Christmas 1934 to George and Irene McCarthy Keating. Bob was a graduate of the University of Hartford and a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy where he served aboard the U.S.S. Glacier to Antarctica-- twice. His time in the Navy sparked a lifelong love for the sea and sailing. Bob worked for the Town of East Hartford Department of Health for 30 years where he also served as Union President. Bob’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to become a licensed real estate agent and appraiser, a landlord with best friend Roger Bouchard, among other ventures. He served as Chairman of the East Hartford Federal Credit Union and the East Hartford Housing Authority. Bob was proud of his Irish heritage and enjoyed football, golfing, woodworking, gardening, and was an avid reader of history. He was a dedicated Notre Dame and Red Sox fan. Bob is survived by his wife, Peg Heneghan Keating, of 54 years, his daughter Maura Keating and her husband Jonathan Baumgartner, his much loved grandchildren, Milo and Margaret, as well as his devoted cousin Marty and many dear cousins, nieces, nephews, family, and friends. In later years, he found comfort listening to the Connecticut Radio Information System (CRIS). In lieu of flowers, please send donations to CRIS Radio, 315 Windsor Ave., Windsor, CT 06095. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 from 10:00AM to 12:00PM at Benjamin J. Callahan Funeral Home 318 Burnside Ave. East Hartford, CT. 06108. Funeral Home Service with prayers will be immediately following at 12:00 PM. Burial will follow at Mt. St. Benedict Cemetery. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held in Spring 2022. To sign the online guestbook go to www.Callahanfuneral.com