Eugene John Keene
December 07, 1936 - July 08, 2015
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Eugene John Keene
December 07, 1936 - July 08, 2015
Obituary
Eugene “Coke” Keene was born on December 7, 1936 in Longview, Washington to Eugene and Julia (Moses) Keene.
Gene joined the marines in 1953. In December of 1958, Gene and Charla were married and proceeded to have two children, Eugene (Fred) and Michael.
A few things Gene enjoyed were golfing, reading, music, home improvement and remodeling projects. He was an active member in their church as well as the the 7 Lakes Community Club and the Elks Club. He was an educator for the Everett School District and taught many different grades and subjects over the years. Gene specialized in remedial grade school reading, and was also a basketball and soccer coach, as well as a few other sports, when asked. He was loved and respected by many.
He is predeceased by his parents, Eugene Keene in 2014, and Julia Moses in 2000.
Survivors include Gene’s wife, Charla of Stanwood, WA; sons, Eugene Frederick Keene and his wife Patty Keene of Mountlake Terrace, WA and Michael Graham Keene, his wife Georgina and granddaughter, Alexandra Keene of Durham, NC; sister, Joann Raben of Olympia, WA; brothers, Mark Keene of Camano Island, WA and Brian Keene of Stanwood, WA; plus numerous nieces and nephews.
Eugene will be remembered for his love of family, his strong faith in God, wonderful sense of humor, his continued willingness to help others.
Memorial contributions may be made in Gene’s name to the Cancer Society for Leukemia and Lymphoma.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 18th at 11:30AM in the Chapel at Moles Farewell Tributes – Greenacres (5700 NW Drive Ferndale, WA 98248)
7 responses to Eugene John Keene
Duane and Rosanne Schireman says:
July 8, 2015
We are sending our thoughts and prayers to Charla and family. Remembering some good and fun times with you and Coke back in the late 60’s. We also ran into Coke in later years and had good chat. Have not seen you for some time but thinking of you .Take care.
Duane and Rosanne Schireman
Elaine Brand says:
July 8, 2015
Charla – I was so sorry to read about Coke’s passing. I have been out of town and just returned to see his Memorial Service announcement. I will not to able to attend service but please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Elaine
floyd and arleen funk and family says:
July 8, 2015
So sorry. We have many memories in Eastmont.
Sharrie and Darwin Cleveland says:
July 8, 2015
Charla, You and Coco have been such a blessing to me for so many years. We share so many memories. Darwin really liked Coke, as well.
We knew his home going was coming, just not when. He went earlier than we would like but God’s perfect timing….it is perfect. There is just no way to be prepared for the reality.
We will be there for the memorial and available for any days that you may need us. We are here for you.
With much love and much praise and prayers,
Sharrie and Darwin
Karen schrier says:
July 8, 2015
Charla,I was so sad to read of Coke’s passing and I am planning to attend the service on Sat.
I hope you are doing OK and looking forward to seeing you.
Our heart filled thoughts and prayers
John and Karen Schrier