The Benefits of Determination. Determination refers to a person's sense and firmness of purpose. It is a state of mind that keeps people going despite the challenges and obstacles that get in the way. Determination has brought to people success.
Starting in January 1987, Keating looked for help from what would become known as the Keating Five: Democratic U.S. Senators Alan Cranston of California, Dennis DeConcini of Arizona, John Glenn of Ohio, and Donald W. Riegle of Michigan, and Republican U.S. Senator John McCain of Arizona.
The cast and crew were devastated to learn he was diagnosed with leukemia in early 1963. Despite his illness, Keating continued acting until a week before his death on August 26, 1963. Surviving Keating were his wife, two sons, stepson, brother, and two grandchildren. His final appearance on the show was the Season 4 premiere, Leo Durocher Meets Mister Ed.