Brian Thomas O'Keefe

Brian Thomas O’Keefe, 64, of Manteno, passed away Monday morning, August 12, 2024, in his home with his wife, son, and daughter by his side. He was born October 30, 1959, in Kankakee the son of Maurice O’Keefe and Ora Lee Lamore-O’Keefe. On August 1, 1981, he married Kayla Dayhoff in Manteno. He was a civil engineer at Aqua Illinois and the former Public Works Superintendent for the Village of Manteno. He enjoyed baking, hunting, golfing, and fishing. Brian was a St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Bears fan. Most of all he loved spending time with his grandchildren. Brian is survived by his beloved wife, Kayla O’Keefe; son, Matthew (Amanda) O’Keefe; daughter, Taylor (Bill) Georgeff; sisters, Taresa Hart and Tonia (Louis) Morez; brother, Brad (Hope) O’Keefe; five grandchildren, Haley, Anakin, and Isla O’Keefe, Abigail and Lucas Georgeff; several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter, Eve Clarice O’Keefe; and brother-in-law, Bob Hart. A celebration of life will be held Thursday, August 15, 2024, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Manteno Sportsman’s Club. Memorials may be made to Uplifted Care Hospice or the Manteno Veteran’s Home.