LaVerne Keech

LaVerne Arthur Keech, 78, of Flemingsburg, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at his residence.

Born in Ridgway, Penn. on August 4, 1944, he was the son of the late Clyde W. Keech and the late Grace E.  Bilodeau Keech.

He worked as a farmer, logger, and a truck driver.

LaVerne is survived by his wife of 58 years, Judy Carlson Keech; three of his children, Jamie Keech of Wallingford, Steve (Christine) Keech of Kersey, Penn., and Betsey (Philip) Niel of Flemingsburg; his four grandchildren, Lindsey Allshouse, Stephanie Keech, Victor Niel, and Isaac Niel; his two great grandchildren, Thea Allshouse and Bristol Allshouse.  He is also survived by his three siblings, Robert (Lori) Keech, Carl (Brenda) Keech, and Pam (Kenny) Anderson; along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.

In addition to his parents Clyde and Grace, LaVerne was preceded in death by his son, Benjamin Keech.

A service of remembrance will begin at 1 p.m., Thursday, July 6, 2023, at the Faithway Baptist with Pastor Kevin Bell and Rayce Johnson officiating.

LaVerne will be laid to rest in Elizaville Cemetery.

Visitation will be 11 a.m., until the hour of service at 1 p.m., Thursday, at the church located at 268 East Martin Luther King Highway, Maysville, Ky. 41056.

Boone-Nickell Funeral Home is caring for LaVerne and his family.

In place of flowers, please consider a donation to the funeral home to offset expenses and/or the Hospice of Hope (909 Kenton Station Drive, Maysville, Ky. 41056).

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