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Annabelle Mae (Wisner) Keenan
Annie was born on December 17, 1926 in Onalaska, Washington.
During WWII she worked at the Chehalis Boeing plant as a "Rosie the Riveter." After the war she became a waitress where she met her husband Chester Keenan. They were married on October 7, 1945. They moved to the Sumner area and Annie worked at Noel's Restaurant in Edgewood until she retired.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Chester Henry Keenan, and her daughter Karen Armstrong. She is survived by her daughters Sue (Steve-dec) and Sheila (David); 8 grandsons, Jeff (Becky), Eric (Carly), Brian (Barb), Steve (Tana), Shane (Shannon), Chester, Ryan (Christin) and Brad (Holly); 23 great grandchildren and 7 great great grandchildren.
We will never forget her beautiful smile and loving attitude. A memorial service will be Saturday, September 3, at 1 pm, Powers Funeral Home in Puyallup, WA. A reception will follow at Sumner Middle School, 1508 Willow St., Sumner, WA.
Memorials may be made to your favorite charity.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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September 8, 2016
rich dixon
Annie waited on me for many years while I worked at Edgewood National Auto Parts . Always had a smile .RIP
September 2, 2016
Sheila and family, sending heartfelt thoughts and prayers your way. May you be comforted knowing she is in God's hands and reunited with her loved ones. Carol Ballard
September 1, 2016
Kathryn Lester
The loss of Annie's beautiful smile and joy of life will be forever a dimming of this world, yet an added shine to heaven. So sincerely sorry for your loss.
September 1, 2016
Tricia Swink-Scott
So many wonderful memories growing up in our neighborhood. The Keenan's were such a huge part of our lives. I will forever remember Annie for her big beautiful smile!! I always thought she was so pretty, with beautiful skin, looking so much younger than she was! RIP Annie.
September 1, 2016
Linda Hawks
Annabelle was a very special lady. I remember her from Noel's . So sorry for your loss.
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