Arlene Inez (Abraham) Keenan, 92, of Colorado Springs, CO, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025. Born on April 5, 1932, in St. Paul, Minnesota, Arlene lived a full and vibrant life.

She is survived by her sons, Michael Keenan and Chris Keenan; her daughters, Kathy Kemling and Colleen Conroy; her grandchildren, Tim Crippen, Kalli Brown, Corey Kemling, Tina Maldonado, Emma Conroy, and James Conroy; four great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild as well as her cousins, Donald Puffpaff and John O’Jennessis.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Arnold Keenan; her children, Jim Keenan, Anne Crippen, and Sean Keenan; and granddaughter, Debra Tuliszewski.

Arlene was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved reading, gardening, camping, and the theater. Throughout her life, organizations like the Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site and the League of Women Voters stole her heart and earned her tireless commitment. She was funny, and unstoppable, and a fierce advocate for those she loved. The world was a brighter and more interesting place with her in it; she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

A memorial service will be held on January 22, 2025, at 10am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Sisters of Benet Hill Monastery.