September 29 1946 August 23 2019
Thomas’ Obituary Thomas E. Kean—-72, Minot, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2019 in a Minot hospital from bacterial meningitis. Thomas Edward Kean was born on September 29, 1946, a son of David “Reed’ and Mary (Jones) Kean in Canton, OH. Following his graduation from high school In Carrollton, OH, he enlisted into the United States Air Force and stationed at Minot Air Force Base. On February 27, 1970, Thomas was united in marriage to Faye Evenson. They made their home in Minot, where together they raised three daughters Shantha, Becky and Michele. For many years Thomas was employed by Motor Service Company, and most recently at the Souris Valley Golf Course with the greens and grounds crew. He was also a black jack dealer. Thomas never sat still long, for he very much enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, fur bear trapping, and golfing. He also enjoyed pinochle, and traveling with Faye. Thomas had a passion for raising Tropical Killifish, and for that fact was known worldwide. He also had a love for Reese’s cups. He was a member of the Eagles and Moose Lodges, North American Furbearer Association (NAFA), and the American Killifish Association (AKA). He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend and will be deeply missed. Those who shared in his life: Wife of 49 years, Faye, Minot; daughters Shantha (Chris) Peters, Rapid City, SD, Becky Kean, Livingston, MT, and Michele (Kurt) Myers, Berthold, ND; grandson Connor Myers, Berthold, ND; two brothers: Dave (Sheila) Kean, Dellroy, OH and Joe Kean, Massillon, OH; sister-in-law: Judy (Bernie) Zenz, Max, ND; nephews Pat Kean, Ryan Kean, and Byron Knox; nieces Jamie Kean and Miranda Lavelle. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law Robert Zenz, Pinky Mastrud and a sister-in-law Patsy Evenson; Visitation: There will be no reviewal as cremation has taken place, however friends may sign a guest register in Tuesday, August 27, 2019 from noon until service time at Thompson Larson Funeral Home Chapel, Minot Memorial Service: Tuesday, August 27, 2019 at 1 pm at Thompson Larson Funeral Home Chapel, Minot A celebration of Thomas’ Life will continue from 4pm until 7 pm at the Knights of Columbus Clubroom, located at 2601 North Broadway. Burial: A private family committal service will take place at a later date. Read More
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Thomas Edward Kean September 29 1946 August 23 2019.
Death notice for the town of: Kenmare, state: North Dakota