Keith Eric Linehan
September 25, 1956 - August 27, 2025
Keith Eric Linehan, 68, of Beaverton, Oregon, passed away on August 27, 2025. Keith was born in Sacramento, California on September 25, 1956, to Charles K. and Alene Linehan. Keith was the second born of their five boys. When Keith was one year old, his family moved to Astoria, Oregon.
He was a graduate of Astoria High School and went on to receive a bachelors degree in computer science from Oregon Institute of Technology. He built his career as a Software Engineer, working in both California and Oregon.
Keith met his wife of 48 years, Margy, while in high school in Astoria. They had two children, Craig and Kaitlyn. The family settled in Beaverton, Oregon.
Keith was a lifelong learner, and curious to explore just about anything that caught his interest. He had countless hobbies including scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing, clam digging, hiking, backpacking, muscle cars, ham radio, and travel. He was a Scoutmaster for the Boy Scouts of America, loved to read, never met a museum he didn't like, and had the best sense of humor. He was also a shotgun and rifle instructor for the NRA, to name just a few.
Keith was known for his generosity and willingness to help everyone, from friends and family to strangers. He was always the one to call if you needed anything; from being broken down on the side of the road on your motorcycle to electrical problems in your home. Keith could fix anything.
Keith will be remembered for his adventurous spirit, his curiosity about the world, and his deep love he had for his family. His warmth, humor, and enthusiasm for life will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Keith is survived by his wife, Margaret "Margy" (Lindstrom); children, Craig Eric (Bonnie), Kaitlyn Alissa (Ryan); grandchildren, Annika Morgan and Konnor Eric; father, Charles of Astoria; brothers Allan (Bridget Young) of Louisville KY, Bruce (Maura) of Astoria, Lauren (Dawn Bauleke) of Salem, and Clifford (Lena) of Portland; in-laws, Ed and Linda Lindstrom of Salem, Walter Lindstrom of Astoria, Sue and Doug Sheehan of Portland, Jan Lindstrom of Astoria, Charlie and Ruth Lindstrom of Astoria, and Carol (Lindstrom) Atwood of Astoria. As well as numerous nieces/ nephews, and his beloved cat Ryker.
He was preceded in death by his mother Alene Linehan; brothers-in-law Fred Lindstrom and John Lindstrom, and sisters-in-law Neen Linehan and Peggy Lindstrom.
Graveside service will be held 11am on Wednesday September 3rd at Ocean View Cemetery, Warrenton. Reception to follow at First Presbyterian Church in Astoria (1103 Grand Ave, Astoria, OR, 97103).
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