
Chuck McKeon Obituary – Death: Well-Known Rugby Coach, Chuck McKeon Died by Suicide
Chuck McKeon Obituary: On Tuesday, October 31, 2023, Chuck McKeon, a former rugby player and coach from Kansas City, Missouri, passed away.
“One of my very favorite Rugby teammates ever, Chuck McKeon has passed away. Pound for Pound one of the grittiest ever to lace up the boots. I always carried extra beers in my cooler just for Chuck. He had Cool to spare! I will miss his wit. Nearly 40 years ago Chuck was the first to ever call me a Dotte, and NOT mean it in favorable way. I learned to accept it only when Chuck said it LOL Love you my friend!!! More beers in Heaven Sir!!!”
Who was Chuck McKeon?
Charles Michael McKeon Pisces was a cherished son of Maxine and the late Charles “Big Chuck” McKeon. Chuck attended St. Pius X before attending Rockhurst University for his undergraduate studies and the University of Missouri-Kansas City for law school.
Chuck grew up in Riverside, Missouri, where he was born. He began his legal career in the Jackson County prosecutor’s office and worked for more than 35 years there before going into private practise.
Chuck also worked as a “professional gambler” and was regularly seen playing video poker and placing bets on sports at the city’s many casinos. Rugby was Chuck’s main life interest. He has been a rugby player and coach for the Kansas City Blues and Jr. Blues for his whole adult life.
It was unquestionably his favourite pastime and the setting for some of his most priceless memories. Rugby gave him the opportunity to see the world and make friends for life.
Chuck may have known you for forty years or just forty minutes, but in either case, the time you spent with him would be cherished memories. He was a famous practical joker and one of the funniest individuals you will ever meet.
What Happened to Chuck McKeon?
According to a fundraising page organized by son Erin McKeon, Chuck passed away from suicide. “Everyone who knew and loved our father knew that he was battling demons. On October 31st, he lost the war. Charles Michael McKeon Pisces committed suicide, leaving four devastated children in his wake.” The fundraising page has raised $12,135 at the time of this publication. To donate click on GoFundMe.
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