Patricia Keating
Patricia Josephine “Pat” Keating, 89, of Beaumont, died Monday, October 21, 2019, at Calder Woods, Beaumont. She was born on March 8, 1930 in Walsenburg, Colorado, to Ernestine Mestas and Alex C. Lucero.
Pat is survived by her daughters, Susan Newton of Houston, Jackie Boelsen and husband Fred, of Mont Belvieu; sons, John Keating and wife Kathy, of Allen; Bill Keating and wife Sarah, of Beaumont; Carl Keating of Murfreesboro, Tennessee; sister Doris Frost, of Pueblo Colorado; eleven grandchildren; and fifteen great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Paul Keating.
Pat was multi-talented. In her youth, she was a champion roller-skate dancer. Later, she was known for her artistic talent and beautiful handwriting. We were always amazed at her ability to write just as well backward as forward. Pat loved singing and was in the choir at First United Methodist Church in Winnie for many years. In her 50’s she decided to audition for the play “Annie” with her daughter Susan. They both won parts in the play and her love of theater took off from there. She went on to act for many years and once her artistic ability was discovered, she was recruited to paint many of the backdrops for the plays.
Pat was an excellent cook and baker. Some of the family favorites were Spanish Steak and Chocolate Boiled Cookies. She made many beautiful birthday and wedding cakes. She was also an excellent seamstress and made many dresses and costumes for her family. She designed and sewed the gold lame costume that her son Carl wore in the part of Conrad Birdie in “Bye, Bye Birdie”.
Pat would go to any length for her family and made everyone feel special. We cherish her many talents and the memories she passed on to us.
A gathering of Pat’s family and friends will begin at 9:00 a.m., with her memorial service at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 26, 2019, at Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont, Texas.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Pat’s loving caregiver Stacy Costlow, who has been a ray of sunshine these past two years.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Beaumont Community Players, 4155 Laurel Avenue, Beaumont, Texas 77707 or the First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 1570, Winnie, Texas 77665.
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Broussard's Crematorium
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- 5150 stivers street beaumont tx 77705
Memoral Service
Memoral Service
- 2000 mcfaddin avenue beaumont tx 77701
- 10/26/2019
- 11:00 am
- 2000 mcfaddin street beaumont tx 77701
- 10/26/2019
- 8:03 am
Comments
Juanita B Kahla
A beautiful lady will surely be missed by many. Prayers for family.
Margaret “ Muggs” Boyd
We are so sorry & we are definitely praying for all . Aunt Pat was the greatest. I appreciated how she put up with me as a teenager coming over so much.. I wanted to be part of the family action! She was so talented & loved her family dearly..We will sure miss her. Love ya’ll, Muggs
Barbara Hart
I was just yesterday telling a coworker about Aunt Pat’s amazing handwriting and artistic skills. She was kind enough to let me spend the summer I graduated HS with.all of you down there. I have many fond memories of that and her...especially her sense of humor. She will be missed.
Candace Girouard
Mrs. Keating was truly one of a kind. I have so many wonderful memories of always feeling so welcome at her home. She is a special lady and raised an amazing family! My prayers are with all of you.
Mary Sandlin
Pat was such a lovely and talented lady. After my family moved to Winnie and joined the First United Methodist Church there, Pat and Paul welcomed us warmly and always wanted updates on how our children were doing. Paul and Pat meant so much to our community and church. Glenn and I enjoyed visiting with them and singing in the choir with Pat for many years. Pat will be missed. Prayers for Pat's family.
Randy Hoffpauir
Sorry for your loss. She was loved and will be missed. I am so happy to have always felt welcomed and included in her family as we all seem to congregate at the Keating's house. Always a housefull/yardfull of family and friends gathered at their warm loving home.
Paula Bothe
She was such a lovely lady and so much fun. We did opera and theatre together. and she was always there when we had a need. She and Paul were a great team and I loved both of them very much. Rest in peace, my friend.
Dianne Fontenot
I have many memories of Pat sharing her talents with Beaumont Community Players and Beaumont Civic Opera.. She was a remarkable lady that made everyone feel welcome with her smile. She will be greatly missed..
Skip Sockwell
Jackie, My thoughts are with you and your family. It was inspiring to read all of the things your Mom did in her life. It sounds like she had a very full life. My condolences.
Juanita Viator
Was so sorry to hear of Pat passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Regina Jones
Our prayers to all. She was a jewel to our community. Gary and Regina (Mott) Jones
Lora Parker
I'm so thankful to have shared some very special and fun times with Pat, while participating in Beaumont Civic Opera. She was a lovely, talented, friendly lady. Her life was rich and I know her family and friends will miss her.
Roxanne Cumpian
Rest in Peace... Your beautiful smile and loving soul will be missed by all.. There were many nights which I watched you as you were watching Bill sing and how proud you were of him! You were always there with your family, in which you radiated just how much you loved all of them. It was a honor to have known you, Miss Pat. You are a beautiful person.... May "God" be with you and all your family.
shonda cooper
TO such a wonderful family, I glad to have known Mrs. Keating and a pleasure to have been apart of her care.. May God give you all the strength that you need to get through this time.
Rebecca Woodland
So sorry for your loss. I so enjoyed performing with Pat in many Beaumont Civic Opera productions as well as the Beaumont Interfaith Choral Society performances. She was lovely and always so friendly and very talented. She will be missed. My prayers are for all of the Keating family; wishing you each peace and grace during this time of sorrow. Bill & Sarah - if I can do anything for y'all, do let me know.
Suzie and Kenny Ortego
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Sincerely, Suzie and Kenny Ortego
Miriam Nichol
My heart is heavy. Pat was a jewel. Prayers for the families and friends
Shirlene L. Smith
Jackie, I only met your mother one time, I found her to be charming and gracious, You resemble her in many ways. May God grant your family comfort and solace in your loss. Sincerely Shirlene