Arthur "Kayo" Kennedy O'Keefe's obituary , Passed away on March 6, 2025 in Taylor, Texas

Arthur "Kayo" Kennedy O'Keefe

February 7, 1947 - March 6, 2025 (78 years old)

Taylor, Texas

Arthur "Kayo" Kennedy O'Keefe's obituary , Passed away on March 6, 2025 in Taylor, Texas

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Providence Funeral Home

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Arthur "Kayo" Kennedy O'Keefe

February 7, 1947 - March 6, 2025 (78 years old)

Taylor, Texas

Arthur Kennedy O'Keefe Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Arthur Kennedy O'Keefe (Taylor, Texas), whose life came to an end on March 6, 2025 at the age of 78, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Arthur K. O'Keefe, Sr. and Elizabeth Anne Carroll O'Keefe; and his siblings, Emma Claire Flynn, Margaret Cartwright, Michael, Charles Richard, Carroll, Jim and Christine.

He is survived by: his wife Cynthia Anne Matherne (Cam) of Anne's Catholic Church; his children, Jenny Ami O'Keefe Emmons (Matt Emmons), Erin Nicole O'Keefe Butler (Dale Butler) and Kyle Matherne O'Keefe (Tara Rudiger O'Keefe); his grandchild Peyton; his grandchild-in-law Cameron; and his grandchildren, Parker, Jake, Andrew, Joseph, Kaley, Mattie, William and Joshua. He is also survived by his five brothers and sisters and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Texas Alliance for Life, or to a Pregnancy Resource Center of your choosing, or to St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic School in Taylor.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Providence Funeral Home



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March 11, 2025

Davida Stike wrote a sympathy message

“Cam. You and Kayo have been such a blessing to so many So thankful for a wonderful life. Davida Stike”


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Mar 14

Rosary

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Mar 14

Visitation

Providence Funeral Home
807 Carlos G Parker Blvd NW, Taylor, TX 76574

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Mar 15

Funeral service

St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church
301 E 4th St, Taylor, TX 76574

Sat

Mar 15

Burial

St Mary's Catholic Cemetery
520 Washburn St, Taylor, TX 76574

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