Joseph (Tim) Keaton of Richland, Washington passed away on Friday, August 2, 2019. Tim was born in Denver, Colorado to Orville and Josephine Keaton. In the late 1940s, the family moved to Richland, Washington where Tim spent the remainder of his childhood. After high school, he joined the Army and served as a paratrooper. Upon completing his service, Tim returned to Richland and was married to Norma Gibbons. They had a child together, his daughter, Tami. Tim went on to become an Electrician and spent the remainder of his career in that profession. Tim enjoyed spending time visiting with friends over coffee, participating as a member of the American Legion and VFW, playing in dart tournaments, boating, fishing, traveling, and spending time with his family. He was always there ready and willing to help when friends or family needed him. He will be missed tremendously but he will live on through the fond memories forever cherished by his family and friends. A service will be held at Resthaven Cemetery in Richland on Friday, August 9th at 10 am.