Mary Beth Hardin Keitt, 85, of Waco, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2020. The family will hold a private graveside service at Fairview Cemetery in Hubbard and a larger celebration of life in the summer.
Mary Beth was born July 21, 1934, to Doss and Mae (Evans) Hardin and raised on her parents' farm in Prairie Hill, Texas. She graduated from Prairie Hill School in 1951. She attended McLennan Community College and 4-C College and worked for many years as a secretary and bookkeeper. She met her husband, William W. Keitt, a charter pilot, while she was working as a flight coordinator at McGregor Airport. They married in 1967 and welcomed two children, Elizabeth and William. She joined the United Methodist Church as a young woman and raised her children in the faith.
She was a member of Texas Democratic Women, the Brookview Neighborhood Association and served as a local precinct chair. Her greatest joy was her grandchildren, whom she showered with toys, baked treats, and affection.
She was preceded in death by her husband Bill; her parents; and siblings Jap Hardin, Vernon Hardin, and Blanche Hardin Smith. Survivors include her children, Liz Keitt Sunderman and husband Chris, of Mansfield, Texas and Will Keitt and wife Stephanie, of Houston, Texas; grandchildren Ryan Sunderman, Hendrix, Henley, and Hollis Keitt; sister Jo Ann Hardin, brother-in-law Richard (Dick) Keitt and wife Barbara, of Houston, several nieces and nephews, and her dear Hardin cousins.
Memorials may be made to the Fairview Cemetery Association. PO Box 427, Hubbard, Texas 76648or the Prairie Hill Cemetery, c/o Janet Shook, PO Box 36, Prairie Hill, Texas 76678
Condolences(10)
Evelyn Nichols
Waco, TX Monday, March 30, 2020 Liz and WillYour Mother was an inspiration to all
us at the salon. Our Condolences to
you and your families. 🙏
Evelyn Nichols
Mary Muhl Mann
Mart,, TX Thursday, March 26, 2020 To the family of Mary Beth Keitt: Please accept the sympathy of the members of Texas Democratic Women of Central Texas. Mary Beth was a charter member of our organization and valued for her dedication for the democratic principles of our state and nation. I had the privilege of knowing her through my mother, Bobbie Muhl, also a member, and as a member myself later. Please let us know when her memorial will be held. Mary G. (Muhl) Mann, Chapter PresidentRobert and Debbie Ling
Montgomery, TX Thursday, March 26, 2020 One of the hardest things in life is the loss of your mother. Prayers to you and your loved ones. Rob and Debbie LingJackie Rogers Wells Hope
College Station, TX Thursday, March 26, 2020 Mary Beth was one of the most intelligent people I have ever known. She could discuss any subject. She was like a Sister (from another family) to me. I loved her so very much. To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss her until we meet again.Nancy, Henry Thomason
Colorado.Springs, CO Wednesday, March 25, 2020 To JoAnn, Liz, and WillMy heart is sad right now.
Mary had the best imagination and was very creative. When Joann and I were little, she taught us how play and use our imagination. We did not get many toys so we improvised.
She will hold a special place in my heart for ever.
Much love , Nancy
Joseph Salinas
Waco, TX Wednesday, March 25, 2020 My condolences to the family. I'm sorry your mom is goingJoseph Salinas
Waco, TX Wednesday, March 25, 2020 My condolences to the family. I'm sorry your mom is goingJoseph Salinas
Waco, TX Wednesday, March 25, 2020 My condolences to the family. I'm sorry your mom is goingMr. Mrs. Frederick Sunderman
Houston, TX Wednesday, March 25, 2020 Our Condolences, to the Keitt & Extended Family!You are in our daily prayers!
Numbers 6:24-26! 🙏🙏🙏
Love & Many Blessings.💖🙏
Frederick, Kimberly,
Courageous & Chastity Sunderman.
🙏🙏🙏🙏
Edward R Montoya
Waco, TX Wednesday, March 25, 2020 I first met Mrs. Keitt through her son, Will. In those days we were young and restless and full of spunk (putting is nicely). Mrs. Keith would occasionally come to our family gatherings; she would laugh along, tell jokes and just be a pure joy to be with. As with any friend, you spend enough time with them or share many special moments, they become extended family. Mrs. Keitt was just that; she was family and given the respect and care that you would any woman in the family. I'm truly sorry for her loss, but I'm a better person for knowing her. To her family, I extend my most sincere condolences on her passing.