Alexander Keith McDowell, beloved husband of Deanna; loving father of Eileen (Jason) Aldrin, Tom (Annie) McDowell and Kate (Bob) Hannigan; proud grandfather of Grace, Rosie, Alex, John, Sam and the late May; dear brother of Lucy (Bill) Murphy, Lyle (Rob) Connor and the late Abby McDowell (the late Hulby Koppelmann); loved by many nieces, nephews and their families.

A Celebrate of Life will be held in the Spring/Summer of 2026.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in Keith's name to Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Center for Kawasaki Disease would be appreciated. For information, Nelson Funeral Home at 847-823-5122 or www.nelsonfunerals.com