Rev. Jesse L. Keenan
June 26, 1932 ~ March 19, 2025
Born in:
Littleton, WV
Resided in:
Follansbee, WV
Reverend Jesse L. Keenan, 92, of Follansbee, WV, entered into the presence of his Lord on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
Born on June 26, 1932, in Littleton, WV, he was one of eight children born to Jesse Lawrence and Bertha Antill Keenan.
After graduating from high school, Jesse honorably served his country in the United States Navy from 1952 to 1956.
Following his military service, he answered the call to the ministry, and in 1962, he was ordained in the Church of the Nazarene.
For more than four decades, Reverend Keenan dedicated his life to serving others, ministering to congregations across McDonald, PA; Follansbee, WV; Masontown, WV; Beaver Falls, PA; Parsons, WV; Alum Creek, WV; Bruceton Mills, WV; Parkersburg, WV; St. Mary’s, WV, and Fairmont, WV. Even in retirement, he continued to serve his faith and his community in Follansbee, WV.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Jesse never met a stranger, and his years in the ministry introduced him to some of the most precious people. His time in the ministry and his family were his life.
In addition to his parents, Jesse was preceded in death by his wife, of 65 years, Aline McNeil Keenan; his daughter, Audrey Keenan; his brothers, Howard, Elwood Dean, Larry and Rev. Robert Keenan; and his sister, Linda Cunningham.
He is survived by his son, George (Kathie) Keenan; his brother, Darrell Keenan; his sister, Beulah Ballard; his grandchildren, Jesse C. (Sherry) Moore, Kenneth (Amanda) Moore, and Kimberly (Eric) Holbrook; and his nine great-grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren.
Reverend Keenan’s legacy of faith, kindness, and dedication to the ministry will live on in the lives of those he touched. His unwavering commitment to his faith and community will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Family and friends will be received Friday 5 to 8 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV.
A celebration of Reverend Keenan’s life will be held on Saturday at 11 AM the Weirton First Church of the Nazarene on Colliers Way in Weirton. There will be a time of visitation with his family one hour prior to the service.
Rev. Larry Barkley will preside.
He will be laid to rest next to his wife at the Chestnut Ridge Cemetery in Florence, PA.
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Services
Visitation: March 21, 2025 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-3219
https://www.grecohertnick.com
Visitation: March 22, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am
First Church of the Nazarene
475 Colliers Way
Weirton, WV 26062
304 723 2343
Funeral: March 22, 2025 11:00 am
First Church of the Nazarene
475 Colliers Way
Weirton, WV 26062
304 723 2343
the sight in heaven, i can only imagine!! you deserve this well needed rest. give granny all the love from us on earth. until we meet again, my best friend. 🕊️❤️
I have known Rev Keenan and his wife for at least 40yrs and counted them as dear friends. I’ll meet you in heaven later.
Such a kind and genuine man. He will be missed but our memories of him will always remain. My dad …Pappy Hinton is probably deep in good conversation with him about their fire department days . Heaven just gained one of the best.
REVEREND KEENAN WAS SUCH A FRIEND TO MY FAMILY . GROWING UP IN FOLLANSBEE. NOTHING BUT A KIND MAN. SENDING MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO GEORGE, AND EXTENDED FAMILY.
Reverand Keenan was the most Christ-like person I have ever known. All who knew him feels the loss of his wisdom, compassion, guidance, and true agape love. Rest now dear teacher. Your work here is finished but will live on in our lives.
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,
May your memories of Jesse L. Keenan, give you peace, comfort and strength…
Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten…
My thoughts
and prayers to the family of ….
US Navy Veteran, Jesse L. Keenan, is “A True American Hero” God Bless†
† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
George, I am so sorry for your loss. I always remember how kind both of your parents were.
May God bless you with His peace at this difficult time.
Cathy Settimio
Follansbee
What a celebration I can imagine when you entered those pearly gates. What a sweet man you were. I loved you and your wife so much. Hug my parents for me pastor
Thoughts to family and friends.
Home at last. Enjoy your eternal life with the Lord and with Aline.