Wanda Lou Keen, 84, of Richmond, died on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at North Care Hospice House in North Kansas City.Wanda was born on September 2, 1942, in Richmond, to William and LouVerne (Cochran) Leever of Richmond. She married Deryl W. Keen of Richmond on October 16, 1960. Deryl preceded her in death on November 29, 2014.Survivors include: two sons, Robert A. (Lesa) Keen of Lee’s Summit and Paul David (Tasha) Keen of Yuma, CO; daughter, Carolyn S. Noble of North Kansas City; six grandchildren: Christopher Keen, Lindsey Keen, Joshua Keen, Justin Noble, Rayanon Keen, and Paige Keen; and four great-grandchildren: Novaleii Reed, Sabrina Gray, Asher Tate Noble, and Everett Noble.In addition to her parents and husband, Wanda was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Vonna K. Keen, and sister, Janice Sharp.Wanda worked in environmental services at Ray County Memorial Hospital for over 20 years. She also worked at Walmart and Price Candy Company. She served as den leader for Boy Scout Troop #324. She played the piano and taught Sunday School for the Richmond Christian Union Church for a number of years. Wanda was of the Christian faith. She lived most of her life in Richmond. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Graveside services will be held at 1:30 pm on October 21, 2026, at Richmond Memory Gardens Cemetery. Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond is in charge of arrangements. Please remember to share your memories of Wanda with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.
Source: KMZU, The Farm
