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In Memory Of

Anthony Joseph “Tony” McKeown, 61, Butte, MT

August 21, 1958 – January 24, 2020

Anthony “Tony” Joseph Mckeown was born August 21, 1958 in Baker, MT. Tony died peacefully at home surrounded by family in Butte, MT on January 24, 2020.

Tony was an avid outdoorsman with a great love for hunting, fishing and camping known for his terrific bonfires.

Tony worked many jobs in coal mines, asbestos removal, apartment maintenance, running Texas Hold’em tournaments as well as his favorite having a flea market business with his mother Gail Baum. His last job was at Gibson guitar before illness struck.

Tony leaves behind his beloved wife Cheryl; his children son Aaron (Jessica) Mckeown, daughter Darcie (Lee) Shoup, daughter Natalie (Junior) Gutierrez, stepson Bradley Obenour; seven grandchildren; father Louis Mckeown; siblings Pat Mckeown, Sharon Foss, Joe Mckeown, Marie Schoening, Lisa Baker.

Tony was preceded in death by his mother Gail Baum, uncle Lloyd Mckeown, brother Alvin Mckeown and niece Denise Mckeown.

The family will be having a Celebration of Life at a later date.

Please see below to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Tony. Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Tony and his family.

 

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  1. Joanne and Mick Houser says

    January 27, 2020 at 10:08 am

    So sorry for your loss🙏

  2. Paula Pederson says

    January 27, 2020 at 10:34 am

    My heart goes out to you, may God wrap his arms Around you and give you the comfort and guidance that you need to do this difficult time. Love you

  3. Sue Wieser says

    January 27, 2020 at 2:00 pm

    We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Tony. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his wife, children and family.
    Lead High School Class of ’76

  4. Lois (McKeown) Easton says

    January 27, 2020 at 5:13 pm

    My sincere sympathy to all the McKeown family. May he Rest In Peace.

  5. Mary Creager says

    January 27, 2020 at 8:26 pm

    So sorry to hear of your lose. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  6. Lori & Merv Griswold says

    January 27, 2020 at 8:38 pm

    Our thoughts & prayers to you Cheryl, and all the family.

  7. Sharon says

    February 1, 2020 at 9:11 am

    RIP number one…

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