UPDATE: Janesville hunter died of suspected gunshot wound
JANESVILLE—The missing hunter found dead Sunday in a wooded area west of Janesville died of a suspected accidental gunshot wound, Rock County Sheriff's Office officials said.
The hunter has been identified as Christopher J. Kealy, 36, of Janesville, according to a sheriff's office news release.
Kealy was reported missing at 12:58 p.m. Sunday after family members had not seen him since Friday night, the news release said.
Deputies were sent to the area of Fitzsimmons Road and Graham Drive in Janesville Township to search for him when they found his vehicle. Wardens from the Department of Natural Resources were called to assist the search in a large wood area. Kealy’s body was found at 2:08 p.m., the release said.
An autopsy is planned for today.
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Nov 23, 2009 at 10:31 p.m.
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How incredibly sad. I will keep Mr. Kealy, and his family and friends in my prayers. God, please watch over our hunters.
Nov 23, 2009 at 10:05 p.m.
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I do not know Chris or his family, but my deepest condolences to the wife, children, family and loyal dog of this young man. So tragic and sad. May your memories and love for each other get you through this very difficult time.
Nov 23, 2009 at 9:58 p.m.
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Hunting is dangerous. Case in point. How sad for this young man and his children.
Nov 23, 2009 at 9:10 p.m.
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I'll miss ya buddy..gave reeva a hug for ya lastnight...jesus she knew...the most energetic dog I have ever met was just laying on the floor and looking at me and lori with THOSE EYES :( For those of you that are posting and didn't know chris, thank you. He was a great man and father...just unbeleivable.
Nov 23, 2009 at 9:05 p.m.
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Memorial for Christopher J. Kealy
Born in Janesville, Wisconsin on Jan. 2, 1973
Died Nov. 22, 2009 and resided in Janesville, WI.
Visitation: Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009
Service: Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009
Cemetery: Mt. Olivet Cemetery
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JANESVILLE- Christopher J. Kealy, age 36, of Janesville, died on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009, from injuries he sustained while hunting. He was born in Janesville on Feb. 2, 1973, the son of James W. and Susan K. (Schumacher) Kealy. He graduated from Craig High School in 1991, and had been employed by General Motors. Christopher was a member of St. John Vianney Catholic Church, UAW Local 95, former Whitetails Unlimited, Pheasants Forever and the National Wild Turkey Foundation. An avid outdoorsman, he loved to fish and hunt. He enjoyed spending time with his children and attending their activities. He loved music, attending numerous concerts with his brother, Charlie, and other extended family.
He is survived by his 3 children: Jacob, Katherine and Benjamin Kealy all at home; parents, Sue (Joe) Sturm of Naples, FL and Jim (Shelley) Kealy of Janesville; 3 siblings: Charles Kealy, Matthew Kealy and Ashley Kealy all of Janesville; step siblings, Jennifer and Christopher Sturm; mother of his children, Rebecca Kealy of Janesville; nieces and nephews: Lauryn, Kiana, Oliver, Casey and Joey; special dog, Reeva; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his sister, Kelly Anne Kealy; and grandparents, Robert and Elaine Schumacher, and Stanley and Bernadine Kealy.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, at ST. JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC CHURCH with Fr. Randy Timmerman officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. A visitation will be on Tuesday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at SCHNEIDER APFEL SCHNEIDER & SCHNEIDER FUNERAL HOME and an additional visitation on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass. Memorials in lieu of other expressions of sympathy can be made for the children.
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Nov 23, 2009 at 4:41 p.m.
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my thoughts and prayers for his children
Nov 23, 2009 at 3:59 p.m.
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Chris you were a great neighbor, friend, and father to your children! We will miss you very much! My thoughts are with you and your family!! Much love to you all!
Nov 23, 2009 at 3:44 p.m.
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Deepest sympathy to his family and his friends, may god bless you all during this very difficult time.
Nov 23, 2009 at 2:54 p.m.
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Deepest sympathy
Nov 23, 2009 at 11:58 a.m.
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Lori!! My heart goes out to you! I know you shared some great times together in such a short time. Think of the memories....
Chris,you big loveable huggable dorkie best friend! We will miss you forever! Don't worry about the kids,I know you will be watching. Reeva will be fine....Someone will see she gets the love and scratches she needs. Rest in peace sweetie!!! Damnit! So pissed you never stopped over when you said you would to take Mike out for those beers before he got Mobilized!!!!!
Nov 23, 2009 at 11:51 a.m.
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My heart aches for his wife and children. This is my biggest fear when my husband walks out the door to hunt by himself. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Nov 23, 2009 at 10:29 a.m.
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To the Kealy family, I am so very saddened to hear of your loss. I will keep Becky and their children in my prayers!
Nov 23, 2009 at 10:03 a.m.
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My thoughts and prayers go out to Becky and their 3 kids. May you find some peace in life soon.
Nov 23, 2009 at 9:59 a.m.
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OMGoodness!! Our prayers go out to his family!! We are saddened by this news!!
Nov 23, 2009 at 9:54 a.m.
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Chris was a wonderful neighbor, friend, and father. We will miss him a great deal. My heart goes out to his family.
Nov 23, 2009 at 9:05 a.m.
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my deepest prayers for the family, I worked with him good guy hard times..
Nov 23, 2009 at 9:04 a.m.
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God bless the Kealy family at their time of loss. I had the honor of working with Chris for several years and was blessed with some great memories.
Nov 23, 2009 at 8:51 a.m.
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Heart and prayers to his family.
Nov 23, 2009 at 8:38 a.m.
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I have had the pleasure of meeting Chris in the past, and I am shocked and saddened. Way to young! and may God bless his Family in dealing with this huge loss
Nov 23, 2009 at 8:37 a.m.
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My thoughts and prayers are with his family. It is very tough to lose someone you love especially during the holidays.
Nov 23, 2009 at 8:11 a.m.
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What a bummer. Life can be too short sometimes. May peace come quickly to his family.
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