Russell John Keehn

Russell "Russ" Keehn, age 72 of St. Paul Park passed away peacefully on March 2, 2024.
Memorial Service will be 11 AM on Monday, April 15, 2024 at Kok Funeral Home, 1201 Portland Ave.; St. Paul Park, MN with visitation from 9-11 AM. Interment and military honors will follow the service at a 1 PM at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, MN.  All are invited to a luncheon at the American Legion, 328 Broadway Ave.; St. Paul Park, MN following the graveside service.
Russell was born October 16, 1951 to Raymond and Donna (Smith) Keehn in St. Paul, Minnesota. As a young adult, he served as a Marine during the Vietnam War from 1970-1971. Later Russell and his family lived and worked on a hobby farm in Pengilly, MN which left many fond memories. He later worked as a Brewer at Stroh's Brewery for many years. In more recent years, he loved wheeling and dealing as the owner of "Russell J's Lucky Find" thrift shop in St. Paul Park until 2020. In his spare time, Russell enjoyed hunting, fishing and time in Detroit Lakes where he spent many summers at Birdie's campground. Russ also enjoyed years of riding his Harleys and cooking for wild game feeds. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.  
Russell is survived by his children Crystal (Scott) Nelson, Robert (Melissa) Keehn and Jacquelyn Keehn; four grandchildren Carissa (Dana) Horst, Lindsay Horst, Roman Keehn and Travis Keehn; siblings Cindy (Dino) Santos, Sandra (Jay) Rabalais, Charlene Benepe and Greg Habisch and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Raymond Keehn and Donna Saunders.