Plymouth, Minnesota
Keister, Elizabeth Louise age 78, of Golden Valley passed gently and peacefully from the hands of her family into the arms of the Lord on June 30th, 2007. A beautiful and loving woman, Betty is survived by her husband of 59 years George, and children Sue (Phil) Qunley, Jim Keister, Patricia Huemoller, Jane (Dale) Okkelberg and Mary (Dixon) Dahlberg and her 11 loved grandchildren, Katie, Adam, Megan, Kelly, Kevin, Ryan, John Paul, Griffin, Ben, Nick and Jamie. Also survived by her brother, Don (Peggy) Broadbent and sister, Helen Johnston. Her family and friends were the most important people in her life. She remained centered in the joy of life and her love of gardening, tennis, bridge, family fishing trips to Canada, and charity work. The last 21 winters were enjoyed in Arizona with husband and friends. We remember Mom as a loving, generous, caring, and gracious woman, who provided selflessly for her family and others. She will be greatly missed by her family and community as she begins her new journey into eternal life with those who have gone before to the beautiful kingdom of the Lord. May God love her and hold her until we are with her once again. We love and miss you, Mom! Family and friends are invited to share in services honoring her life, Thursday evening, July 5th at Gearty- Delmore Funeral Chapels, 39th Ave. N. and West Broadway, Robbinsdale MN, from 5:00-8:00 PM followed by a funeral Mass at St. Margaret Mary's Catholic Church, at Theodore Worth Parkway and Golden Valley Rd., on Friday morning, July 6th, at 10:30 AM. Please send memorial gifts to Gearty- Delmore Funeral Chapels, 3888 W. Broadway, Robbinsdale MN 55422. All monetary gifts will be given to her favorite charities and medical institutions. Gearty-Delmore 763-537-4511
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
You were my best friend Mom and always will be. I miss you so much it makes my heart ache. Hope you’re happy up there being with dad and now Jim. I love all of you! ❤
May 25, 2022 | Daughter
Thank you mom for always looking out for me and raising me up when I need it. I love and miss you deeply!!!!
Jane Okkelberg
July 04, 2019
Miss you, Mom. Loving you always...
Jim Keister
March 02, 2019 | Circle Pines, MN, MN | Son
We all love you,Mom. I can remember your beautiful smile and gentle and soothing voice. You are missed daily, but I know I will see you again in the Kingdom of Heaven. Until then, enjoy the angels and love we send you each day. I love you, Jim
Jim Keister
June 25, 2008
My mother was a beautiful lady. I know that she continues to be with me as a swallow tail butterfly, who visits everytime I am working in my garden. She is free now, from pain and suffering, as she adorns my garden and warms my spirit. She is still beautiful and graceful.
Mary Dahlberg
July 26, 2007 | Edina
Dear Georges and family,
Ludger and I were saddened to learn of Betty's passing. We had so much enjoyed meeting her and Georges as well as Katie's parents when you passed through Frankfurt. We send our condolences to all, we know she will be sadly missed.
Love from Karin, Ludger and Jasper Stienemeier
Karin Stienemeier
July 24, 2007 | Frankfurt
It is with heavy hearts tht we send our condolences. Our pain is so trivial to what you, George and Family, are going through. Yet, we feel that Betty's pain is gone and someday we will all be reunited. Our prayers and loving thoughts are with you.
Lily and Ray Etelapaa
July 09, 2007 | Thunder Bay
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Lily and Ray Etelapaa
July 09, 2007 | Thunder Bay, ON
Dear Uncle George, Sue, Jim, Pat,
Jane and Mary,
You cannot imagine how badly I wanted to be there to pay my personal respects to Aunt Betty, and to give each of you a big hug. Betty was special in every way, and she as well as the entire Keister clan are a part of my happiest childhood memories. Please take care of yourselves and each other.
Best wishes and love,
Ann Schuler Lavery
Ann Lavery
July 06, 2007 | Evanston, WY