Annette Keeler

life story

Forever in Our Hearts

Annette Marie Keeler, age 81, of New Brighton, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Annette was born in January of 1944 in Shakopee, Minnesota, to Marie W. Keeler and Theodore H. Keeler.

Survived by children: Lisa Lovitt, Annmarie (Brad) Anderson, and Chad Keeler; grandchildren: Bryan and Brady Lovitt, Sean, Christine, and Sara Anderson; Cortney and Colton Keeler; great-grandchildren: Sophia Anderson, Castiel Lovitt, and Beckham Lovitt.

Survived by siblings: Thomas (Barbara) Keeler, Mary Jo Schmidt, Larry Keeler, Karen (Bob) Beller, Gary (Debbie) Keeler, Bobbi (Kenny) Killinger, Elizabeth Keeler, and Cheri (Dave) Weflen; as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless others who will miss her deeply.

Preceded in death by parents, Marie and Theodore Keeler; brother James “Jimmy” Keeler; sister Judith “Judy” Keeler; sister-in-law Carol Keeler; granddaughter Michelle Anderson; nephew Michael Schmidt; and grand-niece Jenessa Wolbrink.

About Annette

Annette was known for her warmth, strength, and unwavering love for her family and friends. She was the heart of the family—the one everyone called first, whether for comfort, a recipe, or a good laugh. She never let anyone leave her home hungry and made everyone feel truly loved.

She had a deep love for music—especially Elvis and Tim McGraw—and found joy in the simple things in life. She adored birds (she even had two of her own—Buddy and Freddy), plants, and flowers, and had a special fondness for lighthouses. Annette loved to crochet and often shared her handmade creations with those she loved.

Her family and friends have been privately celebrating her life in their own meaningful ways. In lieu of flowers or donations, the family simply encourages acts of kindness, love, and time spent with those who matter most, just as Annette would have wanted.