On Saturday, October 10, 2020, Phillis Jean Keslin, loving wife and grandmother passed away at the age of 79. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 58 years, Raymond Keslin; children: Phillip Keslin (Nancy), Janet Ritz (Grant); and grandchildren: Caitlin, Brighton, Courtney, Mackenzie, Austin and Ainsley; as well as numerous relatives and friends.
She was predeceased by her loving parents, Harve and Ester Wakefield; and her brothers, Jimmy, Lonnie and Mikell Wakefield.
Phillis worked for the federal government as a contract administrator for 30 years. While working full time she obtained a BS from the University of Texas. She managed the contracts related to Air Force One and was honored appropriately upon retirement. Outside of work, Phillis was a devout catholic who enjoyed crafting with her church group, painting, traveling, playing games with friends and tending to her garden.
Due to Covid-19 and Phillis’ wishes no funeral service will be held. On Sunday, January 17th a mass will be dedicated to Phillis’ memory and candles will be lit at the Catholic Church in her honor on November 29th.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the doctors who cared for Phillis. She was so grateful for their care and concern.