Thomas McKeough

     Thomas Franklin McKeough was born May 17, 1860 to Patrick and Bridget in Utica. In 1881, graduated from Assumption Academy. He later attended a private technical school to be an engineer.

    Thomas McKeough started working with Russell Wheeler, Son and Co. as a mechanical engineer. He later worked at Kernan Furnace Co for six years. Mr. McKeough left Utica and entered the plumbing and heating business in Syracuse, N.Y. In 1891, returned to Utica and became Chief Engineer for Utica Gas and Electric Co. In 1904 became general manager of the Utica Steam Engine and Boiler works. He was elected Secretary in 1906 and later became its president (was until his death).

    One of Thomas F. McKeough's achievements was the electrifying of the power of Trenton Falls. 

    Thomas F. McKeough helped in organizing the Mohawk Valley Woolen Co. and was Secretary and Treasurer until it went out of business. He was also President of the following: McKeough-Danquer Plumbing Co. and Frankfort Paper Co.

    Thomas F. McKeough was a member of the following: the Arcanum Club; Utica Lodge of the Elks; Utica Golf and Country Club and the Old Colony Club of New York.

    Thomas F. McKeough married Florence Fisher. 

    Thomas F. McKeough passed away on Sept 21, 1919 and is buried in Plot 52 Lot 4589 of Forest Hill Cemetery. 

 

 


 

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