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Harlin Keil Obituary
Harlin Dean Keil of Lake Stevens, WA. died peacefully, at Bethany of Silver Lake, on October 15, 2022. He was born in Huron, S.D in June of 1940 to Leonard and Athalie Keil. They moved to the Lake Stevens area in 1941. He retired from Safeway after 40 years.
Harlin was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Snohomish, where he served as an usher for several years. He was a member of Marysville Gun Club and Snohomish Valley Muzzle Loaders, Whirlybird Square Dance Club and the Everett Friendship Club. Harlin enjoyed the shooting matches, watching hummingbirds, growing tomatoes, watching Mariner Baseball and going for car rides with his friend, Carl.
Harlin was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Athalie, brother, Don and Nephew, Brian. He is survived by nephews, Mitch and Darren, sister-in-law, Donna; many cousins, great nieces and nephews and many friends.
In lieu of flowers, please send remembrances to Zion Lutheran Church or the American Heart Association at www.heart.org/donate.
Graveside service will be held at Machias Cemetery on Saturday, October 29th at 10 am. Funeral services will be held at 11 am at Zion Lutheran Church, 329 Ave A, Snohomish with reception in the social hall immediately after.
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Janet Moo
October 24, 2022
Donna & family,
So sorry to read about the loss of Harlin! When I spoke with him at Brian's celebration, he seemed to be doing well. I will be thinking of you all as you celebrate Harlin's life this coming Saturday but will be out of town so will not be able to join you. Love to you all!
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American Heart Association
October 24, 2022
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Bonnie Silcox
October 23, 2022
So sorry Donna
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