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Katherine Keeffer Obituary

Katherine E. Keeffer, 76, of Macomb. Illinois, passed away at 8:08 PM Monday July 22, 2024 at the Elms Nursing Home in Macomb, IL. She was born June 24, 1948 in Waukegan, Illinois, to Frank and Helen (Danek) Zavislak. Surviving are her sons, Nathan (Michelle) Keeffer, Kris Keeffer; grandchildren, Dakota, Sierra and Hayden. She was preceded in death by a brother, Frank Zavislak and her parents. Cremation has been accorded. There will be no services. Memorial Contributions may be made to the McDonough County Animal Shelter. Dodsworth-Piper-Wallen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Please sign guestbook or leave condolences at www.dodsworthfh.com To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Katherine, please visit our Tree Store.

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Published by WGEM on Jul. 17, 2025.

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