The Richmond News, Feb. 21, 2025

1953-2025

Arthur Keefe III

Arthur L. “Art” Keefe III, 71, passed away Jan. 29, 2025, in Lake St. Louis, surrounded by his loved ones. Born Aug. 29, 1953, in Corning, Iowa, Art graduated in 1971 from Corning High School. He continued his education at Southwest Iowa Community College before embarking on a lifelong career as a salesman in the laundry and dry-cleaning supply industry. He valued the relationships he built with his customers and remained dedicated to his work throughout his life.

In 1979, Art, his wife Jan and their 3-month-old daughter Nicole moved from St. Louis to Richmond. There, they welcomed their son Joshua, who passed in infancy; and later their son Matthew.

After 16 years in Richmond, they relocated in 1995 to Lake St. Louis.

Art is survived by Jan, his beloved wife of 47-and-ahalf years; their daughter, Nicole Moon (Charles); and grandson Noah, all of the home; and their son, Matthew Keefe and his girlfriend Becky of St. Peters. Other survivors include his siblings, Maria Lund (Chuck), Nick Keefe (Sherry) and Joni Birdsall (Tim), all of Corning; stepfather, Louis Manly of Corning; and stepmother, Beverly Keefe of Loveland, Colo.

His childhood best friend, David Brokaw (Melody) of Corning, remained a cherished companion throughout his life. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, extended family members and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur L. Keefe Jr. and Helen (Keefe) Manly; infant son, Joshua David Keefe; grandparents; and other beloved family members and friends.

An avid outdoorsman, Art enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially alongside his best friends, David Brokaw of Corning and Terry Galle of Richmond. He also had a passion for cooking and treasured time spent with his family.

Raised in the Catholic faith, he carried those values throughout his life.

His memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. May he rest in peace.