Keith Leroy Henifin, age 66, of North Branch died September 1, 2023 at Mercy Hospital Unity Campus. Funeral Service 11:00 A.M. Saturday, September 9th, Visitation 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. Friday, September 8th and one hour prior to the service Saturday, all at Strike Life Tributes in Isanti.
Keith Leroy Henifin was born August 25, 1957 in Brainerd, Minnesota to Marvin and Betty (Dryer) Henifin. He was raised in Coon Rapids and graduated from Blaine High School. On August 13, 1977 he married Debra Teigen. They made their home and raised their three children in Mounds View. Keith was a hard worker and always provided for his family.
In 2013 Keith and Debra moved to North Branch, a peaceful place in the country. On May 1, 2020 they decided to start a new chapter in their life and retired together. They did everything together such as taking nightly ranger rides. Keith enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, spending time with family and friends and he especially loved creating memories with the grandkids.
Keith passed away on September 1, 2023 after a courageous battle against cancer at the age of 66. He was preceded in death by parents, Marvin and Betty (Dryer) Henifin, and brother, Kevin Henifin.
He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Debra; children, Bob, Candi (Dave) Flom, Mollie Henifin (Joe Schmitz); siblings, Karen (Dan) Czech, Kris Henifin, and Kati (Randy) Ramstad; grandchildren, Teigen, Dax, Nolan, Brendan, Addison, Ashlee and many other relatives and friends.
Debbie and family, so incredibly sorry for your loss. Keith sounded like a great guy. Sending love, hugs and prayers.
The family of Marty and Lee Weyers
I had the chance to briefly get to know Keith through his daughter mollie. His attitude was envious, seemed easy going and had a great sense of humor. Had a smile on even when he knew he was sick. I could only imagine how awesome he was as a father, and loving husband. I wish I had more chats with him as I tend to try and learn from individuals like himself. Loving thoughts and prayer go out to the relatives and friends . From the Evans family.
Keith was my second cousin, but my childhood is filled with memories of the Henifins and spending alot of time with them. Keith had a snowcone route and I remember going to their house and having snow cones in the garage. He was always so nice and had the greatest smile. I also remember when he got engaged to Debbie. Everyone was soo excited!! sending prayers to all of you. Love always Missy
I had the honor to work with Keith for almost 10 years. Not only was he a hard-working individual, but he was also a great friend. We had good times, and I’ll miss that deep laugh. The pranks we would pull on each other. the ones he would try to get on me, but I always catch them for the most part. I’ll never forget one of them where I went to his house to borrow one of his mowers to cut trails on my dad‘s property up north and he was supposed to be gone helping his son Bob moving out, my plan was to bring some junk bicycles that been in my backyard for years and put them at the end of his driveway with a sign on it free and he would come home later but Keith was home. I asked him what are you doing home? and he just looked at me and said, what do you mean? I said you’re not supposed to be here. he said the hell I ain’t this is my house. I told him he you ruined my prank. He asked me what it was. I told him and he said good you ass. Lol one of many stories I have. I’m truly sorry for your loss. He was a great guy.
so glad i got to meet Keith briefly at Menards just before his diagnosis. Deb and I get our visits in at the salon while making her even more beautiful.
So sorry,.. our condolences…..
Unfortunately Out of town till Sunday evening..🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
We are so Thankful the day Keith and Debbie moved in next door, BEST neighbors anyone could ask for !!!! Keith was always busy in the yard when he was home and he’d come over to chat a lot , good times by the fire but wish we did this more ! We are here for all of you , always ! Love you guys and Paul and I are going to miss Happy Keith so much ! Every time we look next door , he will be in our thoughts !