Obituary of Keith Robert Poole
Keith Robert Poole, beloved husband of Eleaner, peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024 at the age of 81 years with family at his side.
Keith was born and raised on the 3rd generation family farm in Kemnay, Manitoba. Keith and Eleaner were fortunate to work side by side on the farm for many years. Together, they participated in raising and showing both Shorthorn and Hereford cattle.
After retiring from the farm, they began heading south during the winter months, where they travelled and happily enjoyed the fruits of their labour.
Keith loved many sports – such as curling, baseball, golf, shuffleboard, and card games.
Throughout the years, many cherished friendships were made.
Keith is survived by his loving wife Eleaner; sister Arlene (Bob) Ross and their son Jeff (Maureen) and their children Grayson and Sela; niece Karey (Mike) Loftus and their children Mylea and Brady.
Keith is also survived by sisters-in-law Leona Bradshaw, Mable (Harold) Shade along with numerous nieces and nephews on Eleaner’s side of the family.
Keith was predeased by his mother and father Harold and Velma, sister Joyce Slater, sister-in-law Marlene Friesen, brothers-in-law Blair Slater, Del Bradshaw, Ray Bradshaw, and niece Kim Adams.
A private family interment will take place at Rosewood Memorial Gardens.
The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the wonderful care workers at the Wawanesa Personal Care Home.
For those who so desire, memorial tributes in memory of Keith may be made to the Wawanesa Personal Care Home at 20-506 George Street Wawanesa, MB R0K 2G0