In lieu of flowers, the Keogh family has requested donations be made to support programming to bring authors and illustrators into Boston schools.

We are no longer accepting donations on this campaign, but there are other ways for you to support us today!

The world of children's books has lost a passionate champion with the passing of Pat Keogh on May 2, 2018. Pat's love of children's books began in her career in elementary schools, particularly as a school librarian in the Weston, MA public schools, where she spent 40 years.

That love grew outward to include teaching children's literature at the college level, being a dynamic presenter at countless professional gatherings of her peers, and working tirelessly for 25+ years to advance the mission of Wondermore. As an early and powerful advocate for diversity in children's literature, Pat worked hard to creating opportunities for authors to visit under-served classrooms in Boston.

Over the years, Pat befriended and fostered the careers of many children's book creators, including many new to the field. Her work in children's literature was recognized in 2016 when she was awarded the Peggy Hallisey Lifetime Achievement Award from the Massachusetts School Library Association.

Pat served as a past president of Wondermore and for many years co-chaired our Program Advisory Committee. We already miss Pat, her outspoken enthusiasm, and her staunch support of all things related to children's books.

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Deirdre Griffin

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I donated in support of this campaign.
Captain David Kelley House

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A friend of Centerville's Captain David Kelley House, Pat was alway an inspiration & joy. It was with great sadness that we learned of her passing.
Lynn Taff

Pat's Wordfest program in Weston led to a dynamic collaboration of principals, teachers, authors, students and parents who valued reading and writing.
Karen Kosko

Pat Keogh was a remarkable woman with a magnificent spirit. We adored her.
Paula King

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Norma Ascroft

In honor of Pat Keogh, who's passion for education will continue after her passing. Our deepest condolences.
Linda Winin

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Read to a Child, a Boston nonprofit organization, pays tribute to Pat for her joyful attitude and professional guidance over the years.
Debbie Miller

Pat Keogh was an inspiration to students, authors and illustrators. As an Alaska author, she welcomed me to the Boston community with great support.
Joanne Frolich

In memory of Patricia Keogh an outstanding and inspirational educator.

Gayle Vonasek

In memory of our beloved friend, Pat Keogh
Alison Morris

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Gareth Hinds & I each benefited greatly from Pat's enthusiasm for books and her support of fellow book lovers. She was a blessing we will truly miss.
CB & Bong Kim

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I donated in support of this campaign.
Sherley Smith

To honor and celebrate the generosity of Patricia Keogh in promoting literacy throughout our city.
Lois Lowry

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Pat was a good friend and a tireless advocate for literacy

Anonymous

From President Healey and the Board of Trustees at Babson College - where Patricia's brother, William Markey, is a member of Governance.
Jennifer Cusack

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We were so lucky to have Pat as a colleague and friend. I'll really miss her wicked laugh and her smart, passionate opinions on just about everything!
Joan Wilson

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In Honor of Pat, may your passion and belief in the power of literature to transform continue. You were wonderful to work with.
Grace Lin

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So sad to hear about Pat's death. The world of children's books has just gotten dimmer without her to help breathe life onto reading sparks of kids.
Nancy (Ann) Rote

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I loved working with Pat at The Foundation For Children's Books and enjoyed her knowledge, humor and dedication to the field we loved so much.

Janet Wong

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Remembering Pat Keogh's fierce faith in the power of books to transform

In lieu of flowers, the Keogh family has requested donations be made to support programming to bring authors and illustrators into Boston schools.

We are no longer accepting donations on this campaign, but there are other ways for you to support us today!

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