Helen Keck, 94, Dickinson, died Monday, September 26, 2016 at her home. There will be a private family graveside service at the Dickinson Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. followed by a rosary at 7 p.m., at Ladbury Funeral Service, Dickinson.
Helen Jesch was born January 28, 1922 near Lefor, the daughter of Joseph and Kathrine (Bayer) Jesch. She was raised and educated in the Lefor area.
Helen was united in marriage to John C. Keck on October 9, 1940 at St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church, Lefor. Together they farmed southeast of Dickinson.
She had belonged to a sewing club, and enjoyed quilting, embroidery and especially spending time with her grandchildren.
Helen is survived by her sons, Jim (Carol) Keck, Washburn, and Dale (Patti) Keck, Dickinson; eight grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, John on August 9, 1993; her parents; sisters, Eva Koppinger and Catherine Jordon; and brother Peter Jesch.
