We Remember
KEANE, Nigel Patrick John
March 11, 1965 — July 20, 2025
It is with immense love and sadness that we announce the loss of Nigel Patrick John Keane, who passed away peacefully, while surrounded by family in Kelowna, British Columbia, on July 20, 2025, at age 60.
Nigel was a man whose presence filled a room in many meaningful ways. Born in Coventry, England, on March 11, 1965, Nigel eventually moved to Canada with his family in 2003. He carried with him a deep love for music, movies, politics, history, and spending time at home with those he loved most. Whether he was listening to Elvis or Joni Mitchell, diving into a good book, watching football, or answering trivia questions with ease, Nigel’s mind was sharp and full of knowledge. He had a brilliant, sarcastic sense of humour that kept people laughing, and his wit left an everlasting impression.
He was the kind of person who found joy in everyday routines: working with purpose, mowing the lawn just right, enjoying good food (especially a warm curry or a plate of fish and chips), and indulging his sweet tooth with ice cream. He loved a cold beer in a chilled glass, the quiet companionship of his cats, and the comfort of home. Nigel made many friends throughout his life and was, at heart, a private and family-oriented man. Steady, thoughtful, and deeply devoted. He was kind and generous to his in-laws, and he loved his family above all else. He was a dedicated and supportive father who inspired his daughter to fall in love with songs, cinema, literature, and to keep asking questions about the world.
The space he leaves behind is vast. Nigel will be missed beyond words.
Left to hold him dear to their hearts and treasure wonderful memories of moments spent with Nigel are his immediate family: his partner of 43 years, Ann Keane; his daughter, Michelle Freya Walshe-Keane; his mother-in-law, Sheila Walshe; and his little sister, Julie Keane. Other family members who will miss Nigel are his brother, Dermott (Helen) Keane; his sister, Anna Keane; and his brothers-in-law, John Kirby and James (Rosie) Walsh. He is also missed by his nieces and nephews, Jessica, Kirsty, Steven, James and Carlie, along with many friends, colleagues, and extended family members in England and Ireland.
He now joins those who have passed before him, including his mother, Nora Keane; his father, Michael Keane; his sister, Dolly Keane; and his sister-in-law, Michelle Jeanette Walshe.
Family and friends will each honour Nigel in their own ways. No formal service will be held. A celebration of life is to be planned for sometime in December for those who wish to share in shining a light on the joy Nigel brought to people’s lives.
His wife and daughter would like to express their sincere gratitude for the abundance of support shown by Nigel’s Home Depot family, as well as from many other friends.
If people wish to donate to a good cause in Nigel’s honour, please donate to Habitat for Humanity.
If you wish to send a condolence, post photos, or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area call “Condolences”.


To Ann and Michelle, I send my deepest sympathy and massive hugs to you. Nigel was always a joy to work with and I will treasure so many memories with him. Rest easy, my friend. You will be missed. Larry
I really enjoyed the short few months i had to get to know Nigel. It is upsetting I won’t be able to hear that little chuckle of his again or speak to him about music. Just a few weeks ago, He was so excited to let me know he found his old cassette tapes in the garage.
I’m thankful for the time I had to get to know him and share the laughs we shared.
Ann, Michelle and family, I’m sorry for your tremendous loss. He left quite the impression on all of us. Work isn’t the same without him.
Dear Ann, Michelle, and extended family. Sending you our sincere sympathies. I hope you will find comfort in your beautiful memories you hold in your heart. May Nigel rest in peace.
To my friend Ann and family, my heart goes out to all of you for your loss. May every day fill your heart with his memories and the times that you shared together.
My sincere sympathy to you Ann, Michelle, Sheila, James and extended family on the very sad loss of Nigel. My thoughts and prayers are with u all. May Nigels soul rest in heavenly peace .
To Ann,Michelle and Sheila, I’m so sorry for your loss ,my thoughts and heart are with you all at this difficult time lots of love and big hugs ,Love from Becky xx
My heart absolutely broke when I heard the news. I’m so deeply, whole heartedly sorry for your loss. The love and kindness you all shared with me as a child still brings a smile to my soul and I’ll forever hold the memories of Nigel close. He was a light. He loved you guys so dearly and it showed in every way. I’m so sorry Michelle and Ann.. I simply cannot imagine.. Thinking of you both.
Dearest Ann,Michelle & Sheila our deepest sympathy to you all ,you are in our thoughts constantly at this time , our hearts break for you …im so pleased I got to meet Nigel & saw what a perfect soulmate he was to you Ann and a caring loving father to Michelle and your fur babies xxx Adam & I send so much love a healing to you all xxx
Ann, Michelle, and Sheila. I am so very saddened to hear about Nigel. There are really no words that can touch such a heart breaking loss or the grief left behind. Nigel was always a highlight for me whenever we got together, and I also loved our discussions and debates about music, politics and history. We both seemed to have a wealth of interesting and obscure trivia that was really most useful when we would play games, and if we were teamed up together we knew we would win but facing off against each other was always such a challenge.
I think often of when we went to see The Boss, Bruce Springsteen, together-such a fun time!
Walking in to Home Depot will not be the same as I always looked for him, even just to give him a nod when he was busy.
He really was a very kind and sincere Man and I will truly miss him.
Love to all of you.
It was always a pleasure to work with Nigel at Home Depot he always brought joy to everyone there.
My time spent with Nigel and his family was all too brief but will never be forgotten. He left this world better than he found it.
My endless condolences to the Keane family.