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Mark Keeton Obituary
December 17, 1958 - August 12, 2025
Dallas, Texas - In the afternoon of Tuesday, August 12, 2025, Mark Edwin Keeton passed away, surrounded by loved ones. Mark was born on December 17, 1958. He retired from Lockheed Martin after nearly 40 years of service as a Technical Writer.
Service: 2:00 pm, Friday, August 22, 2025, Biggers Funeral Chapel.
Interment: Aurora Cemetery
Visitation: 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Thursday, August 21, 2025, Biggers Funeral Home.
Mark would say his greatest achievement in life was becoming a husband and father. His love for his family was evident to all, and he will be greatly missed. He saw life as a gift that should never be taken for granted and looked for any opportunity to help others…..No matter what.
Mark is survived by his beloved wife, Karen Keeton; children, Jessica McCarty, Andrew Keeton; son-in-law, Mike McCarty; two grandchildren, Ava and Liliana McCarty; brothers, Michael and Tony Keeton; sisters, Angie Keeton-Ware, Rhonda Keeton-Alexander-Hughes; and stepmother, Marilyn Keeton.
He was preceded in death by parents, Claudie Gene Keeton, Sybil Rea Keeton, and sister, Shyrell Alderson.
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Freddy Gregg
August 21, 2025
I am so saddened to hear of Mark´s passing. I have such great memories of hanging out together in middle and high school. I always loved being at the Keeton house. Mark was a genuine friend, actually a better friend than I deserved. He always was up for adventure and was quick with encouragement. I was so happy to reconnect on Facebook and see his beautiful family. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. Heaven gained a good one!
Ken Taylor
August 21, 2025
We have lost another member of our Marrett Street Bunch. Another star has been added to the Heavens above. Late at night if you look up you will be able to see this faint, dim star, out in our Milky Way. That would be Mark Keeton. His rebirth date is August 12th 2025. You can bet that he will grow into a very bright entity in the heavens above. Looking down on us saying out loud, "I remember when" then he will go into a long story about one of his adventures, on his time here on the place we call Earth.
Mark Keeton was blast to grow up with. From catching crayfish in the creeks, to trapping possums and racoons along the RR tracks. Growing up we had a Marrrett Street football team. We played the other Streets in the area Whitney and Terry. What good times. We also had baseball across the street and on the other side of Hasco at the trailer park. Loads of great memories.
When Mark was able to drive. he would load us kids up and we would go fishing somewhere. Many times it was Lake Benbrook. Wow we spent many days in those creeks and slews along the shoreline and in the water sandbass fishing mainly. More recently we would go to Lake Graham for the hybrid bite and also spent some time with Mark at Port Aransas and in Hackberry Louisiana chasing the Redfish, Trout and Flounder bite. I have lots of great memories of this man. He will be missed VERY MUCH!
Thoughts and Prayers go out to Karen, Andrew and Jessica. As well as the whole Keeton family.
Lori & Mark Ball
August 20, 2025
I first became friends with Mark in my freshman year of high school. He was so nice to this new girl in his class and always so sweet and respectful! Mark was always happy, always positive, and always encouraging! Through the years, it was always a joy to see his smiling face. I can only imagine the smile he had as he entered Heaven, and was met with "Well done, my good and faithful servant."
Praying for his precious family & sending much love & our deepest sympathy to them! Lori & Mark Ball
Robbie Shive
August 19, 2025
Karen im so saddened on the loss of Mark. A great guy that will be missed by many. May God bring peace to you and your families hearts.
Sue Mitchell
August 18, 2025
Karen and family, I am so saddened to hear of Mark's passing. I worked with him at Lockheed for many years. He was always smiling and always wore at tie, even when a tie was no longer required. He was a joy to work with and would always tell a good story that kept you laughing. He was an all around good person and was always so nice, kind and polite. Prayers of comfort and healing go out to you and your family.
Mark Harris
August 18, 2025
Mark used to tell the funniest stories and comments, and would greet everyone with a smile in the mornings, and then say something to make them laugh. His nickname for me was "One of many Marks" since there were four other Marks before me. He was good about sharing his work knowledge with our team and give a brief history of it all. He's going to be missed.
Jaamal Menefee
August 18, 2025
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Mr. Keeton was an amazing man and taught me a lot, not only about work related stuff but life itself. I loved listening to his stories about when he was a kid running around this area and his old LM stories as well. He was one of my trainers when I was first joined the team here at LM and I enjoyed spending time with him, he even taught me how to dress, is why I sometimes will wear sport coats to work and call it my Mr. Keeton attire. I will definitely continue that trend! Great man he will be missed.
Larry Owens
August 16, 2025
This is very sad news. I worked with Mark many years and considered him a true friend. His smile and huge personality will be missed!
Wiley Clarkson
August 16, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Billy Holmesly
August 15, 2025
Mark, you were a good man. I know in my heart that we will meet again in GLORY!!! Your family and friends are surely going to miss you!!! Rest in peace, my Friend!!! Prayers for your entire family!!!
Kelly Barrett
August 15, 2025
Mark was a senior when I was a freshman. I never saw him that he didn't have the biggest smile on campus! He built people, including underclassmen, up! He was such a nice guy. RIP fellow Brewer Bear.
Tammy Doyle Young
August 15, 2025
So sorry for your loss
Eddy Patterson
August 15, 2025
What a great guy! Always had a nice word when you most needed it.
Jon Conway
August 15, 2025
I am so sad to read this. Mark was a gentleman and a good friend. He will be missed by many.
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