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James Ray "Jim" McKeehan

1945 - 2024

James Ray "Jim" McKeehan obituary, 1945-2024, Warrensburg, MO

BORN

1945

DIED

2024

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Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home - Warrensburg

617 North Maguire Street

Warrensburg, Missouri

James McKeehan Obituary

James Ray "Jim" McKeehan, age 79, of Knob Noster, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at his home after a long battle with COPD.
Jim was born June 1, 1945, the fourth son of John and Josephine McKeehan. He graduated from Knob Noster High School in 1963.
On November 18, 2005, he and Nancy Huffman were united in marriage.
Jim enjoyed catching large catfish on trotlines at the lake, camping, and socializing with friends. He enjoyed planting a garden every spring and always shared what he grew with others.
Jim is survived by his wife, Nancy, of their home; one son, Jamie McKeehan; two daughters, Lori Sassen and Leigh Ann McKeehan; two stepsons, Todd Toman of Texas, and Asa (Sasha) Bowling of Knob Noster; his brother, Howard (Vernell) McKeehan of Knob Noster; and several grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Lynn McKeehan; and his brothers, Bob and Fred McKeehan.
Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at Knob Noster Cemetery with Brother Charles Brant officiating.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Warrensburg Star-Journal from Jun. 6 to Jun. 7, 2024.

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