Joseph F. O'Keefe, 87, a long time resident of Delray Beach, FL, and native of Pittsburgh, PA passed away in Longwood, FL on Thursday, December 13, 2012. Mr. O'Keefe proudly served our country, during WW II, in the US Army. He was a retired market manager for Publix Supermarkets with more than 20 years of service. Joseph is predeceased by his loving wife of over 60 years, Harriet Stetler O'Keefe and son, Gary Joseph O'Keefe. A devoted and loving father to son, Timothy and wife Nancy of Atlanta, GA; daughter, JoAnn and husband John Stout of Orlando, FL; Cherished grandfather to Benjamin Stout and his wife Allison and Sarah Stout Hamilton and her husband David and great grandchildren Addyson and Jaxon. "He will remain in our heart's and memory forever" Friends may call on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 from 7:00PM to 9:00PM with an 8:00PM scripture service at the LORNE AND SONS FUNERAL HOME, 745 NE 6th Avenue(North Federal Highway), Delray Beach (Lorneandsons.com). A funeral mass will be celebrated Wednesday, December 19, 2012, 10:00AM at Saint Lucy Catholic Church, 3510 South Ocean Blvd., Highland Beach with burial to follow at the Boynton Beach Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to your Local Vitas Hospice Organization.