Casey Keene Obituary
Her infectious smile, beautiful green eyes and attitude for living life, while putting others first, will surely be missed. Casey spent time shopping with family and friends for her fashion forward outfits. She often found enjoyment outdoors fishing with her dad, snowmobiling in the winter, playing softball, volleyball and swimming in the summer.
Casey was proud to make it through her first year of college, as well as her brother's and sisters' accomplishments. She loved children, watching the Green Bay Packers, and music, but had no greater love than for her family and friends.
Casey will be deeply missed by her boyfriend, Kenny, whom she loved very much, many special friends and her family.
Casey is survived by her father, Craig (Polly) Keene; mother, Debra (Dana) Carnevale; siblings, Michelle Keene, Melissa Carnevale, Paul Keene, Marybeth Carnevale, Kathryn Hodges, and Madison Carnevale; and grandparents, Paul( Doris) Keene, Merlin (Carol) Hansen, Frederick (Linda) Carnevale and Jack (Linda) Magaw.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 28, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 29, at Fife Lake Baptist Church, 449 State Street, Fife Lake, with the Rev. Bruce Van Dussen officiating. Burial will follow at Fife Lake Cemetery.
The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home; www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.
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Kristina Waldorf
July 25, 2006
My thoughts go out to Casey's family and friends that knew her better than I did. I played volleyball with her our senior year and she left an impression. I keep thinking there has to be a bigger reason for such an amazing person to be taken away so early in life. I know with all the love that was shown in her memory she will never be forgotten.
Dad
July 24, 2006
I LOVE YOU CASEY JANE
Jeni Irwin
July 11, 2006
Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Pam hess
July 11, 2006
Deb and Family- Still thinking of you and praying for you everyday.
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Lynette Seitz
July 5, 2006
There hasn't been a day that has gone by that I haven't thought about Casey. She is one of my best friends and had such a big heart. I met Casey the fall of her freshman year at CMU and we immediately clicked. I have so many happy and funny memories to hold onto of Casey Jane from this past year. I have never met someone that was so sweet and caring as she was. Casey has touched my life in such a great way - in just one year... I'm sorry I didn't get the chance to know her longer than that, but the way she impacted my world in such a short time is all that matters. Every time we talked I let her know how much I loved her and missed her. I know that she is an angel now looking down on us and knows how much she is missed. I LOVE you babygirl.. We will meet again someday!
Tyler Marois
July 4, 2006
Casey was one of the sweetest people I have ever met. I barely knew her through high school, so I never really became friends with her, but every now and then we would say hi or discuss what we heard in the hall. I think that senior year in O’Donnell’s 7th hour was when I got to know her best. When she contributed to the class discussions or read a paper or poem of hers, I was always so amazed at the beauty that came out of her mind. I am still in total disbelief that she is gone. I mourn for her family and friends that truly knew her, because the pain that I feel is unbelievable and I was only and acquaintance. Casey, I hope that Heaven is a great and wonderful place, because I know you are there, and you are helping your family and friends through this difficult time. You will truly be missed.
Steve and Ella Nelson
July 4, 2006
Dear Craig and family,
It has been many years since we have been in contact with you. We are very saddened by the loss of your daughter. It is very apparent from the condolences of other guest that this world has lost a precious young jewel. Even though your hearts are heavy with grief, know that she is in loving hands. God Bless.
Steve and Ella Nelson and family
Ranae McCauley
July 3, 2006
Craig, Debbie and Family,
Her smile would light up the room, Her postive attitude would change the attitude of others. Her beautiful eyes twinkled exposing her beauty inside and out. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Thank you for sharing your daughter with all of us. She made our lives better just knowing her.
Ashley Suggs
July 1, 2006
Casey, you will never be forgotten. I'm so glad I got the chance to know you. You will be truly missed. My thoughts go out everyone who is affected by this tragic event, but hang in there, we will all see her gorgeous smile again. <3
Emily Sielski
June 30, 2006
When I look back on all the times that I spent with Casey and all the memories that were made, all I can do is smile. She was and will remain one of the most caring, uplifting friends that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. My heart goes out to all who were as privileged as I, to have known such a truly beautiful person.
Vicki and Bill Balderach
June 30, 2006
Missy worked for my husband at Mulligans last year. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all now at this sad, sad time. The entries in this guest book paint a picture of a beautiful, loving and vibrant young woman. I hope that all who knew her are able to remember her that way always. God bless.
Michelle McClelland
June 30, 2006
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
trina metzger
June 29, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers go out to casey's family.We had the honor of meeting casey through kenny,He had come to our home in Linden michigan and invited casey to join him,and since that time she and kenny were always welcomed back.casey is such a wounderful caring young woman. she and kenny continued to visit a few more times for softball tournaments and would stay the weekend at our home.She would even help with our children.she always made herself at home and I loved that about the both of them.she has touched so many people in her life with her caring ways,in a way that you want to be more like her,calm ,quite,funloving ,HAPPY,respectful.I'm proud to be her friend .God Bless Casey ,her family,Kenny and his family as well may everyone heal from this loss.
Holly and Wendy Sandtveit
June 29, 2006
We worked with Missy at Mulligans last summer and heard all the great things she experienced with Casey...college orientation, shopping, and the great friendship they had. Although we never got to meet Casey our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of sorrow.
Kelsi Billings
June 29, 2006
Casey was an amazing person and friend. She touched a lot of peoples lives in her short time with us. I am very glad I was able to know her, she was always so much fun to hangout with. I will always remember our memories together. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of her family, I am very sorry for your loss. Casey was such a loving and caring person, and she will be deeply missed!
Pamela Hess
June 29, 2006
Deb and Family- I am so sorry for your loss. I was sad to hear about the accident and when I realized that is was your daughter last night, you have been on my mind ever since. I had not seen her for about 4 years, but I do remember her as a very sweet adorable teenager, and it sounds like she never changed.
I will be praying for you everyday.
I am so sorry. You and your family have always been wonderful people and I hope you will be at peace in the upcoming weeks.
Sincerely, Pam Hess
Jason Roys
June 29, 2006
I'm sorry to say I didnt get the privledge to know Casey throughout Highschool. When she came to CMU our relationship grew at school and at work. I will never forget the days at Hollister with Casey and Michelle. Such a positive and fun atmosphere to work with both sisters. I will always remember the days Casey would come visit me at my apartment at CMU. She would come to me for answers when she wanted a break from school and when she had questions about her loving boyfriend Kenny. Me and Kenny are close and I would always lend an ear. Im proud to say that im glad to have gotten to know her more throughout her Freshmen year at CMU, if only there were more time to spend with such an amazing young girl. Im always here for you Casey and will never forget your beautiful smile and your pretty green eyes. An angel has left, will be missed, but will never be forgotten. I love you CASEY
Mark Mather
June 29, 2006
Craig, Debbie, and family:
I wanted to extend my family's deepest condolences to you for the tragic loss of your beautiful daughter. I only remember her as a little girl, of course, and was not surprised to see that she had grown into a beautiful young woman. Thanks to her many friends and acquaintances who posted on this site, I was able to get some insight into her life over the last few years. Each was truly blessed to have known her.
I was out of town and was not aware of the accident until I saw Craig on the morning news. As such, I will not be able to attend the funeral, but my thoughts and prayers, and those of my family, will be with you all today and in the coming months.
Kyle Gilmour
June 29, 2006
I went to school with most all the children in this family at one point or another and know that EVERY one of them has a great heart, Casey was no exception. I came to know her better this year as we both were seeking higher education at Central Michigan University. Casey definitely left some lasting impressions on me and she was always a delight to have hanging out around my house. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone touched by Casey Keene.
Matt Cairy
June 29, 2006
Casey was a wonderful young woman who made the world light up around her. Her contributions to Forest Area and the impressions she left on her friends, classmates, and those around her will last forever. Casey was truly a special person and one who will be deeply missed. All of our love, prayers, and sympathy to Craig, Polly, Kathryn, and the the rest of Casey's family.
Brittney Benjamin
June 28, 2006
To all the family I’m truly sorry for you lost and you all are in my thoughts & prayers. I met Casey up at CMU she lived on my floor and I really got to know her, she was such a fun person to be around, and she would always take the time to listen to, and she did whatever she could to help you, she had a such big heart for how tiny she was (haha) whenever I was in her room I would help her in and out of her bed since she had to sleep on the top bunk which you can image that was hard for her to jump in and out of. I’m so happy I had the pleasure to hang out with her and become friends,I will alway cherish the times we spent together, she will be missed deeply.
Ashley Gillispie
June 28, 2006
In such a short time, Casey became one of my close friends. We talked to each other everyday. She was there for me when i got my first tattoo, she held my hand when no one else would. If ever i was having a bad day, she knew exactly how to cheer me up, and when she was having a bad day, she knew that she could come to me and i would listen to everything. Casey always walked into a room and brought a smile to everyones face. I can't wait until the day we will see each other again, and until then i will hold her in my heart.
Carolyne Woodhams
June 28, 2006
I have known Casey since the time she came through the 6th grade doors. She was always a bright spot at school with that wonderful smile, green eyes, and her sweet personality.
During Casey's senior year at school, she spent some time in Mrs. Bishop's classroom where my daughter Eliza was a student. Eliza looked up to Casey and had much respect for her. Eliza thought of Casey as a "big sister". Whenever Eliza saw Casey, it was always lots of hugs. Casey has had a lot of wonderful influence over Eliza and for that Casey will always be loved and remembered.
When Eliza and I were coming home from the funeral home tonight, Eliza said "Mom, I guess now Casey is now the brightest new star in the sky". Eliza is right, Casey will forever be a bright shining star in our lives.
Thank you Casey for everything you gave the people and children you came in contact with.
May God bless you Craig, Polly, and family.
Kristi Robbins
June 28, 2006
Casey was a great girl who will always be missed by the those whos lives she has touched. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
tyler sivek
June 28, 2006
casey was a really good friend one of the best anyone could ask for. she would always make time for people no matter when or where she was. i will really miss her. im sure she will be looking down on us from time to time we love you casey
Teresa McIntyre
June 28, 2006
Callie is my daughter and my only child so I get very attached to her close friends and feel as though they are one of my own. Casey was just that! Such a Beautiful, darling girl. What a smile! She was such a dear friend to Callie. Like a sister. Ever so patient all of those times she waited and waited and waited for Callie to get herself ready for a night out! Casey never minded. She willingly carted Callie all over town whenever she needed a ride. Even to Grand Rapids so she could catch the bus to Ohio! Now that's a true friend! So many happy memories for my daughter to hold on to! Many thanks to Casey's wonderful family who have always made Callie feel "at home." My heart breaks for her family and friends who have lost this ray of light that touched all who knew her. She will be dearly missed but never forgotten. We love you Casey. Keep shining down on us!
Paul & Cora Oesterle
June 28, 2006
Though we never had the pleasure of meeting Casey, our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to all the families involved. You are all in our prayers at this time of your great loss.
Kristen Saldana
June 28, 2006
Casey was my roommate for only 6 months but has touched mine and many others lives forever. I'll never forget the lazy days we'd have staying in and talking about the latest and greatest. She was a wonderful person and friend. She was so special to all of us and will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
LEE CHESS-NELSON
June 28, 2006
I HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING CASEY THROUGH MY SON GREG. CASEY SPENT TIME AT OUR HOME AND IT WAS ALWAYS A PLEASURE TO HAVE HER. CASEY WAS AT RANCH RUDOLPH RODEO LAST YEAR AND WE HAD FUN ENJOYING THE RODEO TOGETHER BECAUSE GREG WAS RIDING IN IT. WE WILL MISS YOU CASEY, AND YOUR GENUINE SMILE. MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY. I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
LEE CHESS
Jennifer Pike
June 28, 2006
I cannot express with words the overwhelming sadness that I feel for all of you. Craig and Polly, you are so dear to me. May God bless you, keep you and watch over you and your family in this time of great loss. Casey is truly an angel.
Shannon Jenkins
June 28, 2006
With deepest sympathies for everyone whom Casey has touched in her life. You will all be in my heart and prayers.
Maria Babrick
June 28, 2006
Casey Jane will be deeply missed. That smile of hers could light up any room. The emails, letters, pictures, and countless memories will remain vivid in my mind forever. My heart goes out to her family at this difficult time, and she will always be in my thoughts and prayers. I'll keep thinking about the good times I've had with her. Snowmobiling, tubing at Burt Lake Volleyball Camp, playing volleyball, sitting in classes with her at school, and just great goof-off moments. She will never be forgotten.
With love, Maria (Angus)
Amy Eaton
June 28, 2006
All of the family is in our prayers, especially to Debbie and Dana...and the little one. God only gives us what we can handle so try to keep your head high! Much love~!
Stuart Mitchell
June 28, 2006
My deepest sympathy to Casey's family and friends for their great loss.
Valerie Korb
June 28, 2006
My niece, Callie, is one of Casey's very best friends so I have had the pleasure of meeting her and am so very glad Callie was blessed with such a wonderful, caring and true friend. I am certain that her beautiful spirit will be with all who love her, now and always. My heartfelt thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
K. Taylor
June 28, 2006
My heart broke when I saw the news on TV. I helped coach volleyball for Forest Area and Casey was a part of that team! My thoughts and prayers are with her family!
Anthony Gorup and Family
June 28, 2006
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
nickey kniss
June 28, 2006
The families of everyone involved have been in my thoughts and prayers every day since I heard the tragic news. I am so sorry for your loss. Casey was a beautiful girl, who is now a gaurdian angel to many people she loved.
Amy & Nadalys
June 28, 2006
Casey is a wonderful person. I won't say was, because she is and always will be beautiful, loved and cherished by all. Even now, she is smiling down on us from above and waiting patiently to see each of us again when we can join her.
May God keep us until we can see you again Casey!
Jennifer Irwin
June 28, 2006
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at your time of loss. I know that Casey will be missed by many people, including Kenny who sincerely loved your daughter with all his heart. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.
Love,
Jennifer Irwin & Daniel Nash
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