James Dean Keene Obituary
We announce the death of James Dean Keene of Westfield, North Carolina, who passed away on September 13, 2026, at the age of 69. James Dean will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Dean Keene to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Junior Ray Keene and Carrie Ruth Keene. He is survived by: his wife Judith Louise Watts Keene; his daughters, Lena Granger (Lee), Pamela Broadston, Paula Broadston and Jennifer Tinnes; his grandchildren, Leighanna, Dustin (Barbie), Sarah and Haley; his great grandchildren, Elias and Eleni; and his siblings, Ginny Ward, Carol Pendergrass and William Keene (Carol). He is also survived by nieces, nephews & other extended family.
A memorial service was held on Saturday, September 19th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Cox-Needham Funeral Home (822 W Main St, Pilot Mountain, NC 27041).
