Douglass H. Keener
May 9, 1932 ~ June 12, 2018
Douglass H. Keener
86, died at his home in Wichita on Tuesday, June 12, 2018. He was born on May 9, 1932, in Warren County, Tennessee, to Mr. Jewel Keener and Mrs. Artie Gay (Montandon) Keener. Doug was raised in Hutchinson, Kansas, and served in the Army during the Korean Conflict. He graduated from Hutchinson Community College in 1958 and from Wichita State University in 1960 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. He went to work for Supply Services, Inc. during college. In 1964, he started Pella Products, Inc., and made his permanent residence in Wichita, Kansas. He became President and sole owner of the business in 1992, and retired in 2004 after 40 years. He was a Cornerstone Member of the Wichita Area Builders Association. Doug was an avid Go-Kart racer in his younger years and an active member of the Wichita Early Ford V-8 Club for over 30 years. He is survived by Carolyn Keener, his wife of 55 years, and their three sons and their families: Michael and his wife, Michelle, their three children Ashley, Dalton and Jeremy, and four grandchildren, Audrey, Kaydence, Avery, and Ella; Steven and his wife, Terri, and their three children, Nathan, Kelsey, and Valery; Bryan and his daughter, Sydnee. Visitation with the family, 6-8 p.m., Friday, June 15; Celebration of Life Service, 11 a.m., Saturday, June 16, both at Downing & Lahey Mortuary West. Burial will follow at 2:30 p.m., in Forest Park Cemetery, Anthony, KS. Memorial established with The Michael J. Fox Foundation, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741.
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Doug was always a gentlemans gentleman and and a friend with no strings attached. Ive always been proud to be able to have a Coors with another conisur of fine beer..and 40 Fords:…I love you buddy.
Doug was a neighbor in Hutchinson. He gave me away when I was married and drove Albert and I home in his convertible. I have fond memories of Doug. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a wonderful person.
Rest Douglass, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.
Thank you for your service to this nation.
I became friends with Doug while karting from the early 70s til the early 80s.
We were never competitors, but I always looked forward to visiting with him while we raced throughout the Mid-America area.
I am very sad to see this true gentleman pass.
I remember babysitting for the Keeners when I was 14 or 15 years old. I still remember the house on 25th st, & I look at it every time I drive by & think of you.Im so sorry for your loss! Rest in peace Mr.Keener!
Keener family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers going out to all of you.
Our hearts go out to the family. We will remember and miss Doug so very much.
Peace and comfort to you, Carolyn and families. I remember our friendship in Steamers.
Margaret Beyer
Grace Presbyterian Church
Sorry we are unable to be with you at this time, Carolyn, but our love is with you and your family.
Dear Keener Family, so sorry to hear about Doug. You are in our thoughts and prayers. All our Love. Julie & Kevin Hooper
Carolyn and family, Im very sorry for your loss. Doug was a GREAT guy who loved the old Fords…a true gentleman! He will be missed for sure. Joe Mackey
My deepest condolences to Mrs. Keener and family. I am grateful to have met Mr. Keener during my time stationed in Kansas and was always appreciative of the warmth and genuine hospitality I experienced during my visits to your home. You are in my thoughts and prayers always.
Carolyn my deepest condolences. He was such a good man. I know him and Mom are up there catching up.
Carolyn and family; so sorry to hear of Dougs passing. My dad (Jim Marteney) thought a lot of him – sharing his enthusiasm for cars. However, i met Doug through Sherri, when he had Pella. He was a wonderful man, and I know will be greatly missed. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Carolyn, I was so sorry to hear about Doug. Dont know if you remember me, but I worked for Pella here in Hutchinson, with Ken as my boss. Gary and I went to Hawaii with you guys for Pella. Just wanted to let you know I was thinking about you and your family.
Carolyn and the Keener Family,
Chris and I were at the V-8 Clubs Grand National Meet in Dearborn when we got word of Dougs passing. He will be greatly missed. So sorry that we could not attend the service but you are in our thoughts. We have very much enjoyed our visits in AZ and at the V-8 Club meets over the years. Our deepest sympathies.
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.