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James Robert Keen

James Robert Keen obituary, Roanoke Valley, VA

James Keen Obituary

James Robert (Bob) Keen, 73, of Salem, Va., passed away on Monday, August 17, 2009. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and a retired correctional officer with the Department of Corrections. He was preceded in death by his parents, Garland and Bertha Keen; and four brothers. He is survived by his daughter, Carol (Beth) Keen; brother, Charles M. Keen; sister, Jean Moore; great friend and former wife, Betty Keen; and two grand dogs, Baby Girl and Stormy Lu. A memorial service will held at a later date. The Keen family is being served by John M. Oakey & Son, Salem, Va., 540-389-5441.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Aug. 19 to Aug. 23, 2009.

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debbie brown

August 21, 2009

Beth and family:
I was sorry to here about your loss. your dad was the best i enjoyed seeing him at krogers. sorry again for your loss.
little deb and ed

August 21, 2009

Mr keen will be missed. I am sorry for your loss.


Mary

mark & lisa

August 20, 2009

We were sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that he is in a better place and does not hurt any longer. He will comfort you when you need him trust me.

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