Charles Ernest Keener
May 21, 1962 ~ January 3, 2018
Charles Ernest Keener age 55 a resident of Willow Crescent Dr. Fairfax, VA passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 in Inova Fairfax Hospital. He was born May 21, 1962 in Barbour Co. to the late Frank V. Keener and LaRue (Neal) Keener who survives. Also surviving-
Companion, Linda Smith of Fairfax, VA
Two sons, Justin Wade Black of Buckhannon
Charles Eric Keener of Morgantown
Three sisters, Marie Nuzum and husband Charles of Philippi
Betty Miller and husband Paul of Valley Furnace
Bobbie Jo “Lady” Sturm of Philippi
Two brothers, Frank Keener and companion Jamie Burner
Mark “Tony” Keener both of Philippi
Three grandchildren- Chloe Nicole Black, Kaylee Sage Black and Justin Wade Black, II.
He was preceded in death by one brother-in-law, Leonard Sturm
Mr. Keener worked as a maintenance supervisor for Dreyfuss Management for 25 years.
He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Fairfax Co. he also enjoyed spending time with his family.
Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home 220 N. Walnut St. 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Monday, January 8, from 2-8 pm and on Tuesday January 9, from 8 am- 2 pm the service hour with Pastor Bryan Headley officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery.
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Dear Keener family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Charlie, I always really liked him. I'm in FL and won't be able to pay my respect but just wanted you to know how sorry I am. Prayers for healing!
Sincerely,
Tammy Snider
My sincere condolences.
2h8LP
The family is in my thoughts and especially my prayers during this time of grief and mourning. Uncle Charlie always a quiet and kind soul is now with Grandpa Keener. Angels keeping watch over the family.
With Sincere love and respect.
Karen
To The Keener Family and Friends;
We are so sorry the loss of your brother. I can remember living in North Philippi. We all had good times and good memories. Charlie you have your new wings, so fly high you can go through the gates of heaven. You will be missed by your family and friends.
Your Friend
Bonnie
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Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. He will be missed.
Linda Coppage
Charline you will be missed. Love from Linda and William
May you rest in heaven eternally. You will always be in our hearts.
I am so sad to hear the passing of our dear friend Charlie, he will be missed tspecially to all who met him and work with him. I personally never met such a great and humble human being, always ready and willing to provide a helping hand when needed. My deepest condolences to all his family and my friend Linda Smith. Charlie will always remain in my mind, heart and in my prayers …Reyna Romero
We leaned of the sudden death of Charley. The shock was a great one. We send our deepest sympathy to his companion Linda Lee Smith, his family and friends. We hope that time will soon heal your sorrow. Affectionately, Charley and Marsha Smith
Our thoughts and prayers are with your families. I hope that God provides you with some comfort and strength during this time of grief.
Prayers,
Rox
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My condolences for the Keener Family. Will Be Truly Missed.
Rest In Peace Mr.Charlie!! The BEST maintenance tech at OPA and a very special friend(I like to call him my Uncle) of my family!!! Going to miss you very much❤️
My condolences to the Keener family.
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My sincerest condolences to Charlie's friends and relatives. Charlie always amused me, as he had a great personality. He will be greatly missed.
Please accept our deepest condolences on Charlie's passing. He was a valuable member of the Dreyfuss team and an integral part in the success of Oakton Park Apartments. Charlie provided key leadership to the maintenance team at Oakton Park. He was a dedicated and knowledgeable employee, who set a high bar for service to the residents. All of us will miss his calm demeanor and his ability to do a job well.
Mark Pacious
Dreyfuss Management
Prayers for the entire family, you all are in my prayers! Stay strong and know that It’s only see you soon, not goodbye.
IF TEARS COULD BUILD A STAIRWAY
AND MEMORIES WERE A LANE
WE WOULD WALK RIGHT UP TO HEAVEN
AND BRING YOU BACK AGAIN
NO FAREWELL WORDS WERE SPOKEN
NO TIME TO SAY GOODBYE
YOU WERE GONE BEFORE WE KNEW IT
AND ONLY GOD KNOWS WHY
OUR HEARTS STILL ACHE IN SADNESS
AND SECRET TEARS STILL FLOW
WHAT IT MEANT TO LOSE YOU
NO ONE WILL EVER KNOW
BUT NOW WE KNOW YOU WANT US
TO MOURN FOR YOU NO MORE
TO REMEMBER ALL THE HAPPY TIMES
WE HAD THROUGH YOUR SHORT STAY
SINCE YOU’LL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN
WE PLEDGE TO YOU TODAY
A HALLOWED PLACE
WITHIN OUR HEARTS
IS WHERE YOU’LL ALWAYS STAY
OUR DEAR FRIEND CHARLIE
Death is nothing at all. It does not count. I have only slipped away into the next room. Nothing has happened. Everything remains exactly as it was. I am I, and you are you, and the old life that we lived so fondly together is untouched, unchanged. Whatever we were to each other, that we are still. Call me by the old familiar name. Speak of me in the easy way which you always used. Put no difference into your tone. Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes that we enjoyed together. Play, smile, think of me, pray for me. Let my name be ever the household word that it always was. Let it be spoken without an effort, without the ghost of a shadow upon it. Life means all that that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was. There is absolute and unbroken continuity. What is this death but a negligible accident? Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I am waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner. All is well.
Blessed be sweet Charlie, dear friend.
I have to say this was a very hard pill to swallow. Mr. Charlie was always so nice and caring! Every time Myself or my daughter Kiya came to visit my mother Vickie in Va. he always gave a very warm welcome. Kiya would always ask “Mom, where is Mr. Charlie from cause his accent is so country” and he would just laugh. Mr. Charlie you will be truly missed! You got your wings way to early but fly high and watch over all of us. My prayers and deepest condolences to your family and the Oakton Park Family! Rest peacefully Mr. Charlie! Heaven has gained a true angel!!!!!!
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May Christ, Who called you to his aid! Come to meet him, angels of the lord! Receive his soul and present him to God the Most High.
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We are sorry for your loss. It was shocking to learn of Charlie no longer being here. We saw him everyday in the community. We always greeted each other. May Charlie and his loved ones be consoled with God’s grace.
He Only Takes The Best
A golden heart stopped beating.
Two shining eyes at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us.
He only takes the best.
God knows you had to leave us,
but you didn't go alone,
for part of us went with you
the day He took you home.
To some you are forgotten,
to others just part of the past,
but to us who loved and lost you,
the memory will always last.
Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us everyday,
Unseen,unheard, but always near
Loved,missed very dear
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My deepest condolences to Charlie’s family. Linda, I’m so sorry for this huge loss. I hope that in time you can find peace in your heart, and I know GOD will help heal the pain. We will always remember Charlie for the kind, funny, loving friend that he was to my self, my husband, and my two boys Robert and Zachary. He’s loving and caring heart gained my boys love and respect towards him.
He was always there when I needed him, including the many times I locked my self out of my apartment at Oakton Park, all I had to do was call Charlie and there he was to let me in with a “here you go again losing your keys” smile!
Charlie, you will always live in our hearts through all those beautiful memories we have. We will always love you and remember you. See you in heaven dear friend. Love you always, your friends David, Glendy, Robert, and Zack!
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I didn't know Charlie personally, but in seeing him around the complex I always thought that he had such a kind face and a very peaceful demeanor. May God bless his family during this time.
Rest in peace, Charlie
I will miss you so much Charlie
I love you.
Your sis, Betty
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