George Henry Keesee

George Henry Keesee, age 81, Lubbock, TX, passed away on July 23, 2023. He was born on June 4, 1942, in Harmon County, OK, to Wesley and Nadine Keesee. He was a 1960 graduate of Ron High School and later attended South Plains College. He married Marilyn Luck on October 19, 1963. George started his 41-year career in system construction and retired as a Substation Manager at Southwestern Public Service (Xcel Energy).  After retirement, George served as a supervisor at Windmill Farms Installation. Most importantly, George gave his life to Christ in 1963. In 1976, he was ordained as a deacon at Elgin Avenue Baptist Church.  George was married to Marilyn for 59 and ¾ years.  He enjoyed working, vacationing, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Mr. Keesee is survived by his wife, Marilyn Keesee; son, Brent (Lea) Keesee; daughter, Karla (Brian) Roper; grandchildren, Emily (Kohl) Matcek, Natalie Keesee, Brady (Justus) Roper, Trevor Roper, great-grandchild, Camden Roper; and siblings, John (Sandra) Keesee, Reba Leer, Elaine (Butch) Pugh, and Wanda Kerbo.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Wesley and Nadine Keesee.

The family would like to express their thanks for the loving care provided by caregivers at the Memory Care Unit at Raider Ranch and Hospice of the South Plains.

The family of George Keesee suggests memorial donations to Lubbock Meals on Wheels at 2304 34^th Street, Lubbock, TX, 79411 in his memory.

A memorial service to celebrate the life of George Henry Keesee is scheduled at 2:00 PM on Friday, July 28, 2023, at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers, followed by a time of visitation. A private family graveside will be held Friday morning. A viewing will be held from noon until 7:00 PM on Thursday, July 27, 2023.  Please find a service broadcasting schedule, floral purchasing, and an area to share stories of Mr. Keesee with his family here on this page.

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