Willow Spring- Michael William Keating, age 60, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2014 at Transitions Lifecare Hospice House in Raleigh. Mike was born August 9, 1954 to the late John William and Dolly Larrimer Keating in Johnstown, PA. There were many things he loved, but none more than riding motorcycles or fishing with a cold beer. He was a skilled carpenter and some of his friends and family called him “A jack of all trades, yet somehow a master of all.” The family will receive friends Saturday, November 1, 2014 from 2-6pm at McLaurin Funeral Home, 12830 US HWY 70 Business West, Clayton, NC 27520. He is survived by his daughter, Gayle Keating; sons, James Keating and Cody Crago; sisters, Julie Keating and Beth Adams; and brothers, Bob, Curt, Mark, and John Keating. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, John Keating in October of 2004. Memorials may be made to Transitions Lifecare Hospice Home, 200 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607. On line condolences may be made to the family at www.mclaurinatpinecrest.com. Arrangements are with McLaurin Funeral Home, Clayton, NC.
