Anne Taylor Keene

Anne Taylor Keene, a courageous and resilient woman, passed away on June 2nd, 2024. Born on January 28th, 1943, in Gainesville, FL, Anne was a lifelong resident of Alachua County. She was an incredibly loyal and generous woman, whose spirit resonated with all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Anne was a devoted daughter, loving mother, sister, aunt, and grandmother who cherished family above all else.

Anne graduated from Gainesville High School in 1961, forging lifelong connections with her fellow classmates. After graduation, she embarked on a fulfilling career as a unit clerk and secretary in Alachua General Hospital, UF Health Shands, and Select Specialty Hospital. Anne's loyalty and dedication to her work were evident in the deep friendships and relationships she built during her 35 years of service. In her retirement, Anne found joy in attending sporting events of her great-nephews, reading, and fishing. She also served as an usher at Trinity United Methodist Church, demonstrating her generous spirit and commitment to her community.

Anne is survived by her daughters, Melissa Thomas and Sherri (Hank) Kunkel; her sisters, Reida Squires and Wilma (Bob) Wooten; her grandson, Hunter Jeffcoat; her nephews, Richard (Hillary) Wooten and Mikell (Karrie) Squires; her niece, Brittany (Mike) Pearson; and her great-nephews and niece, Wilson Wooten, Riley Paige Wooten, Trey Pearson, Davis Pearson, Bryson Squires, and Sullivan Squires. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilson and Freida Taylor.

Services for Anne will be under the care of Milam Funeral and Cremation Services at 311 S. Main Street. Her funeral service will be Monday, June 10th @11am at Prairie Creek Conservation Cemetery. We invite all who knew and loved Anne to leave memories and upload photos to her memorial page, celebrating her life and honoring her legacy.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Anne Keene can be made to Haven Hospice.