Gary Keene Obituary

The memory of Gary Keene of Kingsport, Tennessee, who passed away on January 16, 2026 at the age of 71, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gary Keene to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Melvin Keene and Anna Rae Keene; and his grandchild Jeremias Ernesto Acosta Pacheco. He is survived by: his wife Debbie Jessee Keene; his children, Candace Keene Acosta (Geremias), Joshua Keene (Holly) and Tabitha Ford (Davy); his grandchildren, Catrina Iroler, Carson Iroler, Jessee Ford, James Keene, Jillian Keene, Jackson Acosta, Katherine Acosta Pacheco (Franklin), Noel Acosta Pacheco and Johan Acosta Pacheco; and his siblings, Sandra Bond and Rick Keene (Brenda). He is also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins.