Beatrix Maria Keene Obituary
The memory of Beatrix Maria Keene (Hartley, Iowa), who passed away on December 27, 2025 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Matthues "Theo" van Ouwerkerk and Maria van Ouwerkerk (Ouwerkerk); her husbands, Marlyn Linder and Charles Keene; her son Scott; her daughter-in-law Marsha Linder; her brother Joop van Ouwerkerk; her sister-in-law Corrie van Ouwerkerk; and her siblings, Hank (Peg van Ouwerkerk) and Corrie.
She is survived by: her children, Sue Dieken (Ben), Val Moermond (Dan), David Keene (Kris), Vonda Salyer (Vern) and Richard Keene (Kelly). She is also survived by 13 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren (31st due in April), many other relatives and friends.
In lieu of floral gifts, memorials can be made to Avera Hospice / Spencer Hospital.
