of Subiaco, AR
November 3, 1972 - March 13, 2019
Keith Allen Willems, 46 of Subiaco, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was born on November 3, 1972 in Fort Smith to his parents, Eberhart ''Abe'' and Patricia Marie (Schriver) Willems. He worked as a farmer alongside his sister, Jessica on their family farm that was handed down from their father, Abe. He was a member of St. Benedict Catholic Church in Subiaco, the Knights of Columbus Council 3787 and was a volunteer fire fighter for the Subiaco Crossroads Fire Department.
He is preceded in death by his father, Eberhart ''Abe'' Willems.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Karen (Schluterman) Willems; two daughters, Danielle Willems of Subiaco and Rebecca Willems of Subiaco; his mother, Patricia Marie Willems of Subiaco; one sister, Jessica Hamilton and husband Cory of Paris; three special nieces, Abery Hamilton, Amden Hamilton and Allee Hamilton, and many more nieces and nephews.
Rosary service will be held at 7:45 p.m., on Friday, March 15, 2019 at St. Benedict Catholic Church in Subiaco.
Funeral mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at St. Benedict Catholic Church in Subiaco officiated by Fr. Mark Stengel O.S.B.. Burial will follow in St. Benedict Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Pallbearers will be Martin Schluterman, Will Schluterman, Tom Schluterman, Chris Schluterman, Bob Schluterman, Allen Bazyk, Brian Bazyk and Scott King.
Honorary pallbearers will be the Subiaco Crossroads Fire Department, Cory Hamilton, Ben Neumeier, Tony Watts, Edmond Friemel, Rylie King and Mike Berry.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Subiaco Abbey, 405 N. Subiaco Ave., Subiaco, AR 72865.
My condolences to the family. Our loved ones will live again on a paradise earth according to God's promises found in His word, the Bible. Acts 24:15; Psalm 37:10, 11, 19 (jw.org)
I'm sorry for your loss. Keith was a good man and a role model for me on the fire department. He will be missed by all and I know that he will be looking down and watching over all of us.
Keith was always the nicest guy when he came in to get parts. Our thoughts and prayers for the family! Carol, Ryan and Ross
Sorry for your loss Prayers for you and your family.
I always thought a lot of Keith and he always left everyone smiling with his big grin and funny stories. He will be missed but will always be around in spirit starting with the words ‘Remember that time Keith said....’
No words will help such a tragic loss of a good life but our prayers and good thoughts will certainly remain with you Karen, and with Dannie and Becca also.
Pat, Jessica and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I only talked with Keith a few times, but he was always polite and friendly, had a big smile. A nice looking young man. Bobby speaks well of him. May God bless you all and bring you strength and comfort. Love, Alice Parks
Sorry for your loss! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!
I have known Keith all my life. Always made me smile to see and talk to him.
I don’t think he ever met a stranger. He was a people person.
Things won’t be the same when we drive through the bottoms and not see him.
Prayers for his family.
My prayers are with you all! He was always the sweetest guy when we were in St. Joes!
My prayers are with you and your family at this time of need.
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you all at this difficult time.
We will miss those great visits with you when we are back there. Prayers for the family.
Karen, Kevin and i am so very sorry about Keith ...you will be in our prayers . He was a wonderful person and always so much fun to be around. He will definitely be missed .
Karen, sorry for your loss.
Ptaying and thinking about you.
Karen I am thanking about you and praying for you .
So sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless all of you during this difficult time. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Prayers for th e family so sorry for your loss
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Karen,
We are So Very sorry for this tremendous loss for your family. Please know that you will remain in our thoughts and deepest prayers in the days ahead! Praying for your peace, strength, guidance, and the hope you need to get you all through this tough time! May God’s peace be with you all!
so sorry for your loss. he was a good man for sure
I am so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. God bless you Karen, Danielle, Rebecca and the Willems and Schluterman families . Prayers for you all!
All of you are in our thoughts amd prayers!
Karen and girls,
So very sorry for your loss, there are no words to ease your pain, he's in a better place with no pain and catching up with his Dad.
James and Cheryl
Linda Trusty
Sorry for your loss,keeping you all in my Prayers at this difficult time in your life.God Bless You All...
Cristi and I are very sorry for your loss. Keith was a great person. I enjoyed growing up and attending class with him at Subiaco Academy. He will indeed be missed.
So sorry for your loss. Keith will be missed a lot. He was a very special person. Our community will never be the same without him. Our prayers are with you. Keith, Sandy, and Lauren Downs
So sorry to hear about Kieth . Praying for peace and comfort for the family!
Karen so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and the girls along with rest of your family.
Karen, girls, Pat, and Jessica,
I am sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I have prayed for your husband Patty since I heard he was sick. Now I pray for you and your girls, his Mom and sister. The rest of this big family that mourns your loss right along with you. Prayers for peace and comfort.
We are so sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all.
Prayers for the family..
So sorry!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jessica, and your family!!!
Karen hate hearing this need anything let us know will be praying for you and family ,lord put your hands on Karen and help her ther this difficult time .
Karen,
We were so saddened by your loss. You and the entire family are in our prayers during this time of sadness.
Paul and Melissa
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for family and friends. Peace be with you.
Prayers your family he was a good man may God Bless you all.
Karen, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. My heart hurts for you and your family. May comfort find you in your time of need.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for family and friends.
We're praying for your family and friends. May they find comfort in knowing his love for each of you will always be in your heart. Cherish your memories.
we are so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you all Jr& Joyce Barnett