Former Proprietor of Sullivan Keating & Moran Insurance coverage Company
Edward J. Keating, aged 93, of Springfield, Massachusetts, handed away peacefully at dwelling surrounded by his loving household on January 17, 2025. Born on March 29, 1931, in Springfield, he was the son of the late Francis J. and Elizabeth (Shea) Keating. Ed graduated from Cathedral Excessive College in 1948 and earned his bachelor’s diploma from Saint Michael’s School in Winooski, Vermont, in 1952.
After faculty, Ed served honorably in the US Military throughout the Korean Warfare from 1952 to 1954. Following his service, he returned to Springfield and have become a cornerstone of the group by way of his management of Sullivan Keating & Moran Insurance coverage Company, which he owned and operated for 53 years. The company, below his steering, flourished, offering a variety of insurance coverage merchandise and serving the group with integrity and dedication.
Ed was deeply concerned in quite a few group and veteran organizations. He was a member of the American Legion Publish 430, Veterans of International Wars, John Boyle O’Reilly Membership as a gold card member, Hampden County Affiliation of Insurance coverage Brokers, and a life member of Springfield Lodge of Elks #61. He additionally served as a Former 18-year Member of the Springfield Police Commissioners, Emergency Medical Service Fee, and obtained the 1980 John J. Burke Award for Excellent Service to Regulation Enforcement from the Western Mass Chiefs Affiliation.
Ed’s contributions to Saint Michael’s School have been acknowledged with a number of honors, together with Alumnus of the 12 months in 1964 and as a Golden Knight member. He held a place as an Affiliate Trustee and remained actively concerned within the faculty’s alumni affiliation.
Predeceased by his spouse of 45 years, Margaret “Peggy” (Cavanaugh) Keating, and his daughter Erin E. Keating, Ed’s legacy continues by way of his kids, Kerry A. Keating, Edward W. Keating, and Matthew J. Keating and his spouse Chantal, alongside along with his grandchildren, Cameron and Brett Keating. He’s additionally survived by his companion of 10 years, Rose Pickett, and his particular buddy, Doris Beauregard-Shecrallah.
Springfield Mayor Domenic J. Sarno mirrored on Ed’s lasting impression, noting his robust character and devoted service, each in his skilled life and in his a few years of group service. “Commissioner Keating was a proud son of ‘Hungry Hill’ and constant to the core. He cherished our Springfield Police Division and our courageous and devoted ‘women and men in blue.’ Relaxation in peace, my buddy, your job has been effectively achieved. God Bless,” mentioned Mayor Sarno.
Edward J. Keating will probably be remembered as a person of integrity, a devoted serviceman, a profitable enterprise chief, and a beloved member of the Springfield group. His legacy of service and dedication to his group will endure by way of the numerous lives he touched.
