Obituary of Christopher M. O'Keefe, Sr.

Christopher M. O’Keefe, Sr., 54, of Weedsport, New York passed away suddenly on Monday, November 11, 2024 at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Chris was born December 8, 1969 in Syracuse to Patrick J. and Carol A. (Dailey) O’Keefe and was employed as an expert welder and fabricator with Raulli Ironworks. Chris was a true outdoorsman and self-sustaining individual. He was an avid fisherman and often out-fished anyone he was with; His son claims Chris met his lifetime quota. He could fix anything that needed to be repaired such as a car, boat or house. He loved his family deeply and was incredibly proud of his children. Chris was a jokester, always up for a goodtime and was a humble and kind person. He will be dearly missed by his loved ones; he left us way too soon. Chris is survived by his wife of 31 years, Michelle L. (Quimby) O’Keefe; his children, Chris O’Keefe, Jr. and Megan (Ryan) Quinn; his grandchildren, Braya and Sylvia; his siblings, Patrick J. O’Keefe and Gwin (Sean) Pierson; nieces, Lily and Evelyn as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Patrick J. and Carol A. (Dailey) O’Keefe. A celebration of Christopher’s life will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., Saturday, November 16, 2024 at the Elks Lodge #2348, 3730 Cold Springs Road (Route 370 at Hayes Road), Baldwinsville, NY 13027. Contributions in Christopher's memory may be made to the Friends of Carpenters Brook Fish Hatchery, P.O. Box 269, Route 321 Elbridge, NY 13060. Condolences for the O’Keefe family may be left at www.brownfuneralhomefulton.com.