Helen Keese, 106, passed away Thursday, January 14, 2021, at her residence. She was born October 16, 1914, in Illinois; a daughter of the late Edward and Letha Gullett Adams. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Thorval Adrian Keese; two brothers, Oscar and Calvin Adams; two sisters, Geneva Ferrell and Kathleen Chandler.
Helen was a member of the First Baptist Church in Grayson, where she taught Sunday school for many years. She was a retired teacher with the Carter County Schools.
She is survived by her daughter, Helen Rose (David) Dowd of Grayson, and a sister, Mary Chandler of Grayson.
Funeral services will be Sunday, January 17, 2021, at 3:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Grayson, Josh Schmidt, Terry Leap and George Steele ministers. Burial will follow at the East Carter County Memory Gardens.
Visitation will be Sunday, 12:00 p.m. until service time at the church.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church 162 North Court Street, Grayson, KY 41143.
Covid 19 Pandemic restrictions and precautions will be observed.
Arrangements provided by the Sparks Funeral Home in Grayson.
Online condolences at www.sparksfh.com.