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Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Obituary: Robert L. Keech, 76, Hinsdale


Robert Keech: Loving Father, Grandfather, Brother

Robert L. Keech, 76, of 4551 Gile Hollow Rd., Hinsdale, passed away at home November 23, 2019 after a short illness. Born on April 13, 1943.  He was raised by Harvey and Leona Yaw from the time he was an infant. In his younger years Robert worked as or orderly for Olean General Hospital and retired from Mosler Safe Company in Franklinville. He loved to hunt and received a proclamation from Senator Cathy Young for his combined 60 years of service to the Ischua, Lyndon, and Hinsdale Fire Companies as a volunteer firefighter.  He is survived by two sons, Brad Keech of Hinsdale and Darrin (Vikki) Keech of Canisteo; 4 grandchildren, Bradley, Tyler, Colin, and Dustin; a brother Karl (Norma) Stanbro of Franklinville; His beloved cat Peanut and a host of Adopted Foster Siblings over the years. He was predeceased by his parents, 2 brothers Paul Yaw and Earl Brooks and a sister Virginia Melfia. At his request there will be no visitation or funeral services. Arrangements are under direction of the Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home & Memorial Service, Inc., Cuba.