Edwin Evans Keelen Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Edwin Evans Keelen in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, whose life came to an end on April 17, 2025 at the age of 79, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Edwin Evans Keelen to show support.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Edwin had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Edwin may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Keelen and Lois Keelen. He is survived by: his wife Cathy Keelen; his daughters, Amy Keelen Hawkins (Brad) of Greenville, SC and Kimberly Keelen Claxton (Matt) of Charlotte, NC; his grandchildren, Ella Newton, Abby Newton, Reed Claxton and Kate Claxton; and his sister Eleanor DeBacher (Gary) of Decatur, GA..
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 24th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Seven Oaks Presbyterian Church (530 St Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC 29210).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ed's honor to the American Kidney Fund https://give.kidneyfund.org. or the American Cancer Society https://donate.cancer.org.
