Willadene Hartzler Keeney, 92, died June 13, 2017 in North Newton, Kansas. Preceded in death by husband William “Bill” Keeney, parents, two brothers, one sister, and one brother who died in infancy. Survived by children Lois (Phil) Palmer, North Newton; Carol (Carlos) Keeney, Elkhart, Indiana; William “Bill” (Virginia) Keeney, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Richard (Mary) Keeney, Phoenix, Arizona; six grandchildren and one great grandchild. Memorials: First Mennonite Church, Bluffton, Ohio; Mennonite Central Committee; Raymond and Nora Hartzler Scholarship Fund at Bluffton University; or World Wildlife Federation. There will be no local services. Petersen Funeral Home 215 North Main Newton, Kansas 67114
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lois- so we are all ‘orphans’ together now. Losing a parent, even at our age, is significant. May your memories and family conversations be a source of comfort and joy.
Your mother’s kindness, Bill, will be remembered, always. My arms are around you, and all your family, as you grieve for, reflect upon, and celebrate your mother’s life.
With love,
Karen (nee Regier) Healy