"Kyle and Kathy, Kaylee was the luckiest girl in the world to have parents like you! She is running, jumping and playing baseball with Alex and Papa. Grandma Mary Jo is rocking her to sleep at night and God holds her tight. Fly high my loveable niece, We will never forget the joy that you brought to our lives! Aunt Sarah"
In loving memory of
Kaylee Jo Keefauver
September 11, 2006 - May 11, 2022
Kaylee Jo Keefauver
Glasford - Kaylee Jo Keefauver, 15, of Glasford, passed away, Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at her home.
She was born on September 11, 2006, in Canton.
She is survived by her parents, Kyle and Kathy (Wys) Keefauver, one brother Kaleb and one sister Kenna, three grandparents, Marsha (Fred) Jones, Jan Wys, and Donald (Joan) Keefauver, one great grandmother Jean Pettet, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceding her in death are two grandparents, Fritz Wys and Mary Jo Keefauver, and her favorite cousin, Alex Oller.
Kaylee was currently attending Farmington High School. She was a part of the Glasford Baptist Church family. She enjoyed being outside, fishing with her family and doing activities with her Girl Scout Troop. She had an enormous love for listening to music on her phone and gave the best hugs anyone could ask for. She touched the lives of anyone that was blessed to know her with a contagious laugh, ornery disposition and a smile that lit up the room. Kaylee loved her family and friends with all her heart and was equally loved by all. She will be deeply missed.
A visitation will be held on Monday, May 16, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at the Glasford Baptist Church. Burial will follow the funeral at Lancaster Cemetery in Glasford.
Memorials may be made to the Kaylee Jo Keefauver memorial Fund C/O Glasford Bank, PO box 500 Glasford, Illinois 61533, or to the Peoria Area Ronald McDonald House.
To leave online condolences, or to view Kaylee's video tribute, please visit, oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Kyle and Kathy, No words to express the sadness in our hearts. You were the best parents Kaylee Jo could have. I know she loved you all so much and had a happy life. Prayers to all of you. RIP pretty gir. John and Avis"
"Kyle and Kathy, It has been an honor to be Kaylee's principal at FCJHS. Whenever I was having a rough day, I would just stop by her classroom and see the kids there. They always had me leaving with a smile on my face. Kaylee and I had a great bond, I miss her dearly. Please know the Uptmor family is praying for you both and your family. Rest Peacefully Kaylee! You are loved more than you will ever know! "
"Kathy so sorry for your loss. I am sure grandpa Fritz will take very good care of her. Greg Derry DDS and family. "
"There are no right words at this time. I wish I had words to lighten your agony but sometimes words are not enough. Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss of your little girl. You are in my thoughts and prayers."
"Kyle and Kathy . This is heart breaking , you are great examples to any parent. All you've been though an Kathy is always able to smile, truly an inspiration to me . I pray God's arms wrap your family close though this very difficult time"
"Kaylee has been in our lives, along with THE most wonderful parents & caregivers we have ever met in our 35 years in practice. They are truly a part of our family. We are heartbroken and devastated. We will miss her dearly. "
"So sorry to hear this news. Sending my deepest sympathy and prayers to your family. "
"Kathy and Kyle, I?m so sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort for all of you ????"
"My love and prayer to Marsha and the whole family"
"It always made my hart happy when Kaylee would clap her hands when she saw me. ??????"
"My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to you family, May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow, Even though Kaylee has passed on God still keeps her in his memory because she is precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:15 "
"Kathy and Kyle, You can be so proud of your Kaylee Jo of all of the obstacles that she overcame during her time on this earth and knowing that you set an example for any family that sees these pictures of the happiness you created for her and her sister and brother. We always were in awe of how your family rose above everything that was sent your way and you can be at ease to know you have it all, love, peace, and joy. Love you all. Dennis and Carol Harper"
"Kathy, Kyle and family. We are so sorry to hear this. She was an amazing girl with amazing parents. God chose the right couple to love her and to share that love with so many. We are keeping you all in thought and prayer. Praying for comfort and peace. Clayton and Mary "
"My darling Josie, I shall miss her every minute of every day. She brought so much light into a room, especially when she smiled or laughed. Her family is so awesome, they put their kids first before anything. Jo will be missed very much. Love you guys! Aunt Ang"