Barre, VT Maurice T. Keefe, 90, of Barre, passed away after a short illness on January 20, 2021. He was born in Newport, VT, on November 9, 1930, the younger son of Maurice J. and Flora (Blake) Keefe. He was educated in the Sacred Heart School system and graduated magna cum laude from St. Michael's College in 1954. Upon graduation he was employed as an auditor by the State of Vermont. In January 1969, he was appointed Deputy Auditor of Accounts, a position that he held until his retirement at the end of 1992. He was well-known and well-respected as a governmental auditor throughout New England. He married Rita Lague, also of Newport, on September 21, 1963 at St. Mary's Star of the Sea Church in Newport. Together they raised three children, and they enjoyed nearly 52 years of marriage before Rita's passing in 2015. He is survived by his children: Timothy, of Shelburne; Pamela of Kannapolis, NC; and Terence, of Essex; and his grandchildren, Meagan of Shelburne and Brendan of Essex; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, his parents and his brother David. Because of the Covid-19 pandemic, there will be no calling hours or public funeral services. Interment at St. Mary's Cemetery in Newport will be private and at the convenience of the family. Those wishing to express online condolences may do so at www.guareandsons.com