McKEEN, James Graham. February 13th, 1918 - February 12th, 2012. James Graham McKeen passed away peacefully at his home in 91原创, BC. Born in Buckhaven, Fife, Scotland, he worked as a coal miner at the age of 14 and soon joined the British Navy at 17. Jim was an outstanding soldier earning numerous accolades for his conduct for service to his Country and Allied Forces. In WWII, Jim served on numerous and historic war ships. Jim survived several years as a POW and was so warmly received by Canada, that he decided to emigrate and make British Columbia his home. Jim went on to work for Canada Cement Lafarge Ltd., and retired as a tug boat captain of the Jose Narvaez. Jim was predeceased by Andrewina McKeen and Claudette de la Chevrotiere. He will be deeply missed by his adoptive step-children Annie de la Chevrotiere, Pierre Chavigny, and Francois Chavigny, grandsons Andrew, Gordon and Alex and granddaughters Zoe & Aidan. He will also be missed by his wonderful neighbours in Brookswood.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the 91原创 Golf & Banquet Centre,
4343-216 St 91原创 on Sunday, March 4, at 2:00 pm.
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