Georgetown, Texas, September 2, 2025
News Summary
The Georgetown community is grieving the loss of Eileen Keese, a beloved educator who impacted countless students’ lives. A visitation and funeral service will honor her legacy, with the community coming together to pay respects. Eileen devoted her life to teaching and leaves behind a family that includes three sons, six grandchildren, and multiple generations of descendants, illustrating the deep impact she made in both her family and educational community.
Georgetown, Texas – The local community is coming together to mourn the passing of esteemed educator Eileen Keese, who dedicated her life to teaching and supporting generations of students. Visitation is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home, located at 2900 Williams Drive, Georgetown, Texas. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. and burial will take place at Weir Cemetery in Weir, Texas. Eileen will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband of 65 years, Edward Lee Keese, who preceded her in death.
Eileen Keese was born on January 4, 1925, in McCook County, near Salem, South Dakota. Growing up as the second of eight children, she was raised by her parents August Ludwig Larson and Gwendolyn Leola McMartin Larson. After completing high school, she pursued higher education at Eastern Normal College where she earned her secondary teacher’s certificate, thus beginning her long and fulfilling teaching career.
Her interest in education led her to teach at a small school located north of Chester, South Dakota. While working part-time at a café in Sioux Falls, she met Edward Lee Keese, whom she would marry in 1945. Together, they built a family that included three sons: Ronald Edward Keese of Knoxville, Tennessee; Kenneth Gene Keese of Lone Oak, Texas; and John Alfred Keese of Georgetown, Texas, all of whom are surviving her. Eileen’s family legacy also includes six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her late husband, Eileen was preceded in death by her parents and several siblings, including sisters Martha Mary Nelson and Elizabeth Ida Darr, as well as brothers Duane, Fay Norman, Russell Lewis, and David Llewallyn Larson. She is survived by her brother, Carl Alfred Larson, residing in Lakeville, Minnesota.
The local community is deeply affected by Eileen’s passing, reflecting on her contributions to education and the positive impact she had on countless students. Her commitment to teaching and her involvement in the community will be remembered as a testament to her character and passion for nurturing young minds.
As family and friends prepare to honor her life and legacy, the visitation, funeral service, and burial are expected to draw many attendees who wish to pay their respects.
FAQs
What are the details regarding the visitation and funeral service for Eileen Keese?
The visitation for Eileen Keese is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m.
Where will Eileen Keese be buried?
Eileen will be buried at Weir Cemetery in Weir, Texas, next to her husband, Edward Lee Keese.
What is Eileen Keese’s background?
Eileen was born on January 4, 1925, in McCook County, South Dakota. She attended Eastern Normal College and began her teaching career shortly after obtaining her secondary teacher’s certificate.
What is Eileen’s family legacy?
Eileen is survived by three sons, six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren, along with her brother, Carl Alfred Larson.
Key Features of Eileen Keese’s Life
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | January 4, 1925 |
| Place of Birth | McCook County, near Salem, South Dakota |
| Education | Eastern Normal College, Secondary Teacher’s Certificate |
| Marriage | Edward Lee Keese in 1945 |
| Children | Three sons: Ronald, Kenneth, John |
| Grandchildren | Six |
| Great-Grandchildren | Fourteen |
| Great-Great-Grandchildren | Six |
| Death | September 2025 |
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- Dignity Memorial: Eileen Keese’s Obituary
- Legacy: Theodore Morris Obituary
- Legacy: Genelle Kalmbach Obituary
- Dignity Memorial: Bryan Field’s Obituary
- Legacy: Victor Garcia Obituary
- Wikipedia: Obituary
- Google Search: Eileen Keese Obituary
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Obituary
- Google News: Eileen Keese
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