Obituary of Bob Keeshan

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Bob Keeshan

Robert James Keeshan (born June 27, 1927 in Lynbrook, New York) was a TV producer and TV actor who was best known for his title role in the American children’s TV program, “Captain Kangaroo”. Bob died on January 23, 2004 and his death was because of a long illness. He died at age 76

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Bob Keeshan Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Keeshan, Bob
    • Common Name: Bob Keeshan
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Lynbrook, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: June 27, 1927
    • Age: 76 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Captain Kangaroo, Robert
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1947-2004
    • Net Worth: $4 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Cyan (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

    Bob's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Robert James Keeshan
    • Father: Joseph Keeshan
    • Mother: Margaret Frances Conroy Keeshan
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Anne Jeanne Laurie Keeshan (married 1950-1996, her death)
    • Son(s):
      • Michael Derek Keeshan
    • Daughter(s):
      • Laurie Margaret Keeshan
      • Maeve Jeanne Keeshan

Death Notice:

  • Date: January 23 2004 at age 76
  • Place: Quechee, Vermont, United States
  • Cause of Death: Unspecified illness
  • Interment: Buried at Saint Joseph's Cemetery in Babylon, New York

Category Tags:

TV ProducerTV Actor American Born on June 27th Born in 1927 Born in New York Died in 2004 Died at age 76 Died from Unspecified illness

Bob's Notable Roles:

  • Captain Kangaroo

Quotable Quotes:

"Parents are the ultimate role models for children. Every word, movement and action has an effect. No other person or outside force has a greater influence on a child than the parent." (IMDB)

"Howdy Doody can bite my big white ass."

Is Mr. Bob Keeshan still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Bob Keeshan on Wikipedia.org
Bob Keeshan at IMDB

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2023-04-02 14:14:57
Author: Tucker
Confirmation: Bob Keeshan on Wikipedia

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