Steve Keene

Mr. Steve Allen Keene age 73 of Otter Creek and formerly of Archer passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024, from injuries he sustained in an automobile accident. He was born August 17, 1951, in Gainesville to Arthur Lee and Barbara (Parker) Keene. Mr. Keene graduated from P.K. Yonge School and retired as a bus driver from the City of Gainesville. He was a longtime member of Countryside Baptist Church as well as attending Otter Creek Baptist Church for several years. He enjoyed western shows, was known for being a “Novelty Collector,” but mostly he loved spending time with his family and especially taking his grandkids out to eat. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a son Jerimiah Daniel Keene and just recently a son in-law, James Wade. Left behind to cherish Mr. Keene’s memory is his loving and devoted wife of 52 years Thereasa (Keith) Keene and their children Bessie Keene, Steve Keene (Beth), Rebekka Wade, Rusty Keene (Kristina), and siblings Mike Keene, Sharron Knight, and Toni Keene. He was lovingly called “Grandpa” by Angel, Michael, Manny, Sam, Abby, and Kent. Also left behind are additional family members and friends that will miss him dearly. The family will receive friends Monday, December 9, 2024, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Countryside Baptist Church. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Tim Campbell, Pastor Bill Keith, and Pastor Billy Keith officiating. Interment will follow at Countryside Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of MILAM FUNERAL HOME, INC., 311 S. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32601. (352) 376-5361. www.milamfh.com