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1926
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2016
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Mary Keas Obituary
Mary Ruth Keas, age 89 of Jackson, TN, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 1, 2016.
Mary Ruth was a devoted Christian that gave her time serving the Lord by visiting and caring for those confined in their homes or in skilled nursing facilities; volunteering for Hospice of West Tennessee; and serving in many ministries at First Baptist Church. She was loved by all that knew her and her kind sweet spirit.
Mary Ruth retired from General Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC) in 1986, and has spent her retirement years serving others and enjoying her beloved family. She was a devoted member of First Baptist Church since 1952.
Mary Ruth was preceded in death by Howard Keas, her husband of 56 years; brother, James Olhausen; her father, David Olhausen and mother, Mary Bolerjack Olhausen.
She is survived by her son, Jeff Keas; son and daughter-in-law, Joel and Rhonda Keas; daughter, Tamara Keas; granddaughter, Emily Catron and her husband Forrest Catron; granddaughter, Erin Keas; grandsons, Jonathan Keas, Elliot Keas, and Caleb Keas; and her beloved sisters, Normagene Olhausen McHughes, Joy Olhausen Duke, and Darius Olheausen Cain.
Greater joy could not be found in the life of his mother, sister, and grandmother, than to be surrounded by any or all of these family members. She was also richly blessed with many loving friends and extended family members.
The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m. at First Baptist Church at 1627 North Highland, Jackson on Sunday June 5, 2016. The service will follow at 3 p.m. at First Baptist Church. Entombment will follow at Highland Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary Ruth Keas' memory may be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN (www.stjude.com), First Baptist Church of Jackson, TN (www.fbcjackson.org), or to the IAM Joy Foundation, Inc. (www.iamjoyfoundation.org) animal rescue organization.
George A. Smith and Sons North Chapel, (731) 427-5555
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Craig & Jennifer Watkins
June 6, 2016
Jeff,
We are so sad to hear of your mom's passing. She was one of the sweetest ladies we've ever known & she will certainly be missed by all who have had the pleasure of knowing her. To know her was to love her. She & mom (Annie Rea Phillips) were such great friends for so many years & she was greatly loved by our family. Please know you, Joel & Tamara are in our prayers. Your loss is certainly Heaven's gain. Our love to you all.
Jana Owen
June 6, 2016
So sorry for your loss , Tamara. Having a long goodbye doesn't make it any easier. My love and prayers are with you
Adrian & Holly Duke
June 4, 2016
Sending prayers for peace and love to all of you.
Mary Seward
June 3, 2016
Mary Ruth truly lived her Christian beliefs. A true friend. I enjoyed working with her at GM as well as being with her at church.
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