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Jo Keeling Obituary
Jo Ann Keeling, 87, of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, passed away at 5:45 a.m. Tuesday, March 14, 2023. She was a member at East Side Holiness Church. She was the daughter of the late Roy and Pearl Dilworth.
A memorial will be held at noon Saturday, April 22, 2023, at East Side Holiness Church. Burial will follow at Maple Lawn Cemetery.
She is survived by a son, Kenneth Earl Keeling; grandchildren, Jason Harrison Keeling of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, Kristina Keeling (Pelisseyo) of Fort Collins, Colorado; two great grandchildren, Lana and Malia Keeling of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; one goddaughter, Bobbi Jo McGee; four step sisters and one step brother.
She was preceded in death by husband, Troy Harrison Keeling; daughter, Glenda Carol Keeling (Rudd); and grandson, Tracy Lynn Shelton; three brothers, one step brother, and one step sister.
The memorial is also for her daughter, Glenda Carol Keeling (Rudd) who passed in 2022.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations for Jo Ann's son, Kenny Keeling who is fighting stage 4 cancer. Donations may be sent to Barbara Borders, 214 Wilson Ave., Paducah, KY 42003.
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Bobbi Jo McGee
April 22, 2023
Nannie Jo, my entire like you made sure I knew the love of Jesus, and that you and Papaw Troy loved me too. From Sunday school, trips to Opryland, camping at LBL, sleep overs, band contests with Tracy, and homecoming dinner on the ground, you always took care of everyone else. You know I love you, and one day soon we will all worship together again. I am thankful you were a large part of my life and I can look back and smile. Say hello to Papaw Troy & Turtle T for me! I know the heavenly choir must be amazing! Love, Your Bobbi Jo
Karen Cook
April 20, 2023
To my Nanny Jo, my Sunday school teacher, the one who managed a bunch of us misfits, not always well behaved all so that the most amazing Christmas play could take place. Even then I was in awe of how you always loved us, always. No matter what, never judging us to Christ, just leading and loving us to Him. It was a rare love then and still is. The world could use so many more of you to further the Kingdom.
To mom and me´s Gaither groupie, didn´t we just have a blast. I know you´re singing to Him face to face now, no heartaches, no pain. You were my momma´s best friend, the best friend anyone could hope for. She loved your talks and missed seeing you so much. You will be missed and always remembered as the warrior for Christ that you were. Tutu
Sandra salyers
April 17, 2023
Miss you loved it when you use to call have a lot of memories such a sweet lady
Barbara Keeling Merry
April 17, 2023
A dear friend, a tireless servant of her Lord and Savior who will be missed by many who treasure her friendship over the years.
Tom Emery
April 17, 2023
JoAnn was a warrior for Christ.
Judy Gilbert
April 15, 2023
I Miss Us Talking Everyday. I Miss Sending You Cardinals News About Arenado, You Loved To Watch Him Play In Colorado . You Were A Royal Descendant of The King. I Plan On That Meeting In The Air. My Dear Friend.
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