Marvin Keeny Obituary
Marvin was born on October 5, 1952, in St. Augustine, FL, to the late Russell G. Keeny and Hazel P. Keeny.
He worked in the Deli department at Publix on Valino Beach, St. Augustine, FL for 17 years.
He served as a United States Air Force Veteran (combat communicator) from 01/07/1974 to 03/12/1977.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: William A. Keeny, James (Jimmy) Keeny, Russell E. Keeny, and Wallace A. Keeny; his sisters: Linda C. Hacker and Tilma K. Portivent.
He is survived by his daughter, Hazel "Jeannie" Sutton (Willard) of Covington, Ga, and adopted daughter Missy Mays of St. Augustine, FL.
Grandchildren: Leslie Armistead of Covington, Ga, Hailey Chere Palm Bay, FL, Isabella "Bella" Sutton Covington, Ga, Great Granddaughter: Phoebe, and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at The Fraternal Order of Eagles, 13 S Dixie Hwy, St. Augustine, FL, on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at 1:00 p.m.
lnurnment will take place at Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32218, with military honors on Monday, June 30, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Those desiring may leave messages of sympathy and encouragement by going to his tribute page at: https://www.stjohnsfamilyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/marvin-ricky-keeny/#!/TributeWall.
St. Johns Family Funeral Home of St. Augustine is in charge of arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Debbie Stearley
June 20, 2025
Marvin was a wonderful person. He always had a smile on this face and was so kind to everyone he met. He is with God out fishing in heaven.
Prayers to the family and to Missy Mays for always looking out for him.
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