JENNINGS, KEITH ALLEN
June 16, 1923 – June 17, 2016
Our dear Keith passed away peacefully in his sleep a day after his 93rd birthday. He will be deeply missed by the love of his life Maureen Dean. Loving father to Sharon Hopkins (Jerry) and step-father to Susan Dean (Cheryl) and Elaine Dean (Sean). Cherished Poppa of Sara Wilson (David), Rebecca Desjardins (Ryan), Christopher and Julian Moran. Great Poppa to Brianna and Katelyn Wilson. Further survived by his twin brother Kenneth (Kathleen) and his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brother Leonard (Jennette).
Keith was a kind and caring, gentle man. Throughout his life, he made many dear and close friends. He was born on June 16, 1923 in Aurora, Ontario on Wellington Street West. In 1930 his family moved to Maple, Ontario where he spent most of his youth. Over the years he also resided in Toronto, Hamilton, Hagersville, Aurora, and Newmarket. In 1961 he opened the original Canadian Tire store on Yonge Street in Aurora. Upon his retirement from retail, he then ventured into a new career selling real estate.
A Celebration of Life will take place for immediate family and close friends at 2 pm on July 7 at Aurora Cemetery, followed by a gathering at his home in Newmarket.
Condolences can be sent to Roadhouse and Rose Funeral Home (roadhouseandrose.com). In memory of Keith’s wonderful life, his family would appreciate donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.