Gail A. McKeon Obituary (1947 - 2024)

Gail A. McKeon (Daigle) of Lowell, MA passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Gail was born in Lowell, Ma on October 19, 1947, the eldest of 5 daughters to the late George E. Daigle and Winnifred (Ryan) Daigle. Gail was a proud graduate of Lowell High School, class of 1965 where she was a member of the Baton Twirling Squad. While attending Lowell High School in 1961, Gail met the love of her life, James McKeon, who she celebrated 58 years of marriage with. Gail and Jimmy settled in Lowell, MA where they raised their two children Brian and Kelly. Prior to her retirement Gail worked at City Hall for the City of Lowell in the Treasurers Department and in Neighborhood Services. Gail enjoyed traveling with her family. She and Jimmy visited many exotic islands over the years. She also loved visiting Manhattan in New York city to see plays and live shows, but her favorite vacation spot was Aruba. Gail was an avid reader and enjoyed sharing her recommendations with friends and family. Gail will be deeply missed and is survived by her devoted husband Jimmy and their loving children Brian J. McKeon and Kelly Garboski (McKeon). Gail is also survived by her sisters Winifred G. Lipomi (Daigle) and her husband Ras, Donna Dalton (Daigle) and her wife Paula and Barbara Kaye (Daigle) and her husband Bob. Gail is predeceased by her sister Elaine M. Fontes (Daigle) AKA - The Twisted Sisters She leaves behind her granddaughter Kaileigh Ryan Russo and her grandsons, James F. McKeon, and Brian G. McKeon and Jay Garboski, JR. Her great grandchildren Jacob, James, and Riley. Gail will be forever remembered by her many cousins, nieces, and nephews, especially Jill OMeara (Fontes) with whom she shared a special bond. She is also survived by her sister-in-law Mary Lou Bryn and she is predeceased by her sister-in-law Barbara McKeon. Visiting Hours will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2024 from 2pm to 5pm at the Dracut Funeral Home, 2159 Lakeview Avenue, DRACUT. Her Funeral Service and Interment will be held privately. Memorial donations may be made in Gails memory to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, dana-farber.org. Service Details Visitation When April 28, 2024 2:00pm - 5:00pm Location Dracut Funeral Home Address 2159 Lakeview Avenue Dracut, MA 01826