Mrs. Loretta Jean Keen
May 25, 1946 ~ December 30, 2022
Born in:
Steubenville, , OH
Resided in:
Weirton, WV
Loretta Jean Keen, 76, of Weirton passed away on December 30th, 2022, as a result of a recent stroke.
Loretta was born on May 25, 1946, the fourth of five children born to Thomas and Sophie Dobies Runkel.
She was a 1964 graduate of Weirton Madonna High School.
On June 17, 1967, she married her high school sweetheart, James Arthur Keen. In their 55 years of marriage, they were blessed with two children and four grandchildren. Jim worked for Weirton Steel and Loretta took care of the home while working part time through the years. She started out a as tin flopper at Weirton Steel. After marriage, she worked at Weirton Osteopathic Hospital, Weirton General Hospital, Gabes; Seven Eleven, and a manager at State Line Fine Wines.
With her busy schedule, she was always supportive of her children. She and Jim would travel to all their basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, and football games. They looked forward to the end of the season to enjoy a trip to Myrtle and Virginia Beaches.
Very athletic, she loved to bowl, hunt and fish. Later in life, she found immense joy spending the summers at Austin Lake. She cherished the times with her family and friends sharing stories and singing around the campfire. She was always-always the life of the party !!
Most of all, Loretta will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Her vibrant, outgoing nature with the ability to speak the truth without any filters will be missed by all who knew her.
In addition to her parents, Loretta was sadly preceded in death by her brother, Ronald Runkel.
She will be remembered with love by her husband, James A. Keen, her son James (Misty) Keen; her daughter, Jennifer (John) Fabian; her brother, Robert (Kayla) Runkel; her sisters, Dorothy (Buddy) Bever and Joyce (Bill) Shreve; and her grandchildren, Jordan and Jenna Fabian and Anden and Jenner Keen.
Friends and family are invited to attend a celebration of Loretta’s life that will be celebrated on Friday, January 13th from 6:00-9:00 PM at T. Kosciuszko Hall: Home of Giometti’s Catering, 1801 Pennsylvania Ave. Weirton WV, 26062.
Jim and Family I am Truly Sorry to learn of Loretta’s passing. She was a kind, caring and always fun to be around…Please know that All of You are in my thoughts and prayers.. May God Bless..
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you lay your devoted wife , caring mother, and awesome friend to rest . Loretta was one of a kind ! Always ready for a party and some fun ! She will be greatly missed by all who knew her and loved her .
Jen and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shari, Jeff, and Madison Legros
Uncle Jim, Jimmy,Jen & Family,
I’m very saddened about Aunt Loretta & was so glad to see her via FaceTime on sat at Robs house. David & I are really shocked & very sad this happened. We hope you can’t find strength in knowing she’s up there in heaven with Uncle Ron&Aunt Bon & Gram & Pap Pap. We are so sorry & if anything we can do let us know. We will keep you’all in our prayers. We love u & our deepest sympathy, Chrissy & David.
Jim, Dorothy, Joyce and to Loretta’s Family! I am so sorry about the passing of Loretta. We graduated together from MHS! She was always making us laugh with her sense of humor. I enjoyed our luncheons that us girls from the class of 64 get togethers. She will be missed! RIP Loretta
We had the opportunity to meet this awesome lady at Jefferson County Christmas Party. She won our heart from the minute we sat down at the table. A smile that made you feel welcome. After a short time talking with her I knew where Jennifer got her charm. Thank you God for letting our paths cross. Prayers to all her family and friends, she will be truly missed.
Joyce and families: I am so sorry for your loss. Words can’t express the sorrow friends feel. I will keep you all in my prayers
Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers for the loss of Loretta. We are so Blessed to have known her. She was so smart, had an amazing sense of humor, was an amazing cook, and loved you all endlessly! We are praying for you as you remember her fondly during this very sad time.
With Love,
Toby, Debbie, Tanyon, and Trever White
Jen Michael and I are very sorry for your loss.
Jen Michael and I are very sorry for your loss.
My heart breaks for you!!!💔
Sending lots of prayers and love ❤️
I have not seen Loretta since my high school days at Madonna due to our move to Arizona. However, I have enjoyed the MHS luncheon photos of which Loretta often took part. She was a good, kind soul and friend to many. May Loretta Rest In Peace with the Lord.
Sending our heartfelt condolences to Loretta’s beautiful family! Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
She will certainly be missed, as she was an amazing light in this world …and always the life of any party.
To all of the Keen family, I am so sorry to hear about Loretta. I have always enjoyed seeing your family on Facebook, since it has been 30+ years since I have seen any of you . I have so many wonderful memories of playing softball with Jen at both the ball fields and for Weir High. That is where I got to know your entire family. Your mom was always so supportive and caring. I am sending my love and lots of hugs to all of you during this difficult time.
Debbie Campa
Jim and the Keen Family:
It’s been many years since I last saw Loretta, since high school. She is an unforgettable lady: kind, funny, great person to know. To say she will be missed is an understatement. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To Loretta’s family, so sorry to hear about her passing. I didn’t know her well, but the few times I was around her, she was funny, good natured and always ready for a good time. Sincere sympathy, Ken and Darla Ogle
To James,we are sorry for the loss of your wife. May the God of all comfort hold you close and may your memories of Loretta bring a smile to your face. ( David waggoner you gave me your camper)
Jim and family, so sorry to hear of Loretta’s passing! RIP Loretta!
Jim, Jen and family, Loretta was the life of every party that we attended with her. Coming to Austin Lake and wine tasting at State line fine wines will never be forgotten. She loved and cherished all of you so much. Sorry for your loss but we know she will always be in your hearts!
I am sorry to hear about Loretta. She was always a lot of fun at Rotary. My sympathies to Jen and her family.
Nathan Mazur
To the Keen family, Cathy and I are so very sorry for your loss. May God bless you all at this time.