Evelyn Tate Keane

Evelyn Tate Keane, 91

Evelyn Tate Keane, 91, a resident of Harrisonburg, passed away July, 4, 2021 at her home.

Mrs. Keane was born on July 13, 1929 in Harrisonburg, VA to the late William N. and Essie Simmons Tate. She retired as a supervisor at JMU's dining hall and was a volunteer at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. She was a member of Otterbein United Methodist Church.

On February 4, 1950, she married William "Dick" Joseph Keane, who preceded her in death on February 14, 1997.

Surviving are her children, Jeffrey Keane and wife Kris, of Rockingham, and Joseph Keane and wife Stephanie, of Rockingham. Also surviving is a foster-sister, Carolyn Hawkins, of Rockingham; grandchildren, Alan Keane and wife Carly, Brandy Keane Lash, and Jamie Keane and wife Briana; great-grandchildren, Christian Lash, Sean Lash, and Austin Keane.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Ralph Tate and Ewell Tate.

There will be no viewing or visitation at the Funeral Home. Burial will be held privately.

Online Condolences may be made to the family by visiting her obituary at www.mcmullenfh.com.

McMullen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.