Renate L. Mckeever

Renate L. McKeever, 86, of Battle Creek, went to he with the Lord on February 13, 2021. Renate was born January 19, 1935 in Giessen, Germany to Heinrich and Auguste (Depp) Schomber. She met her future husband, Albert McKeever, in Germany while he was serving in the military. The couple would marry on December 31, 1954 and then move to Battle Creek to begin their life together. Renate was a long-time member of Southside Bible Church.

Renate is survived by her husband, Albert; a daughter, Susan (David) Williams; five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Renate was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Henry J. McKeever.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, a private service will be held at Fort Custer National Cemetery. Arrangements by the Farley Estes Dowdle Funeral Home & Cremation Care. Personal messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com.