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Wilbur Kean Obituary

Son of Wilbur Hugh Kean and Elva Amiss Kean, a life long resident of Baton Rouge, died on September 1st at the age of 81. Amiss graduated from LSU in chemical engineering and first worked for Dupont in Virginia and then served in Korea as commanding officer of the 518th army engineers. He returned to Baton Rouge and became a managing partner of Keans-Redstick. He was a founding co-owner of Keans Hospital Linen Service, LaCours Carpet World, and Ventura Uniform service in New Orleans. He was a founding member of the Krewe of Achilles and Bocage Raquet Club and was also a member of Rotary Club, City Club, and Baton Rouge Country Club. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Eberhardt Shoptaugh Kean; children Christopher Kean (wife Julie) of Atlanta, GA and Warren Kean (wife Amy) of Charlotte, NC; grandchildren Adrienne Kean, Travis Kean, Trevor Kean, Wesley Kean, and Anna Kean. He is also survived by Ruth's children, Cathy Shoptaugh Landry, David Shoptaugh (wife Beth), John Shoptaugh (wife Bridget), Mark Shoptaugh (wife Anna), and a host of grandchildren all from Baton Rouge, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents, his son David Kean of Houston, TX, and by best friend Neil Nehrbass of Lafayette, LA. A private memorial service will be held for family. Memorial Donations can be made in his name to Burden Rural Life Museum and Smile Train. Amiss was an organ donor. He lives on in the hearts of all those who love him.

Published by The Advocate from Sep. 2 to Sep. 8, 2013.
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Mrs. Ruth and fly.,
We are so sorry to hear the news of Mr. Kean's passing. What an awesome spirit he was. Your whole fly. Was such a pleasure to be around. Mr. Kean was always so kind and sweet and his smile would light up a room. He worked so hard out here at the lake to have everything washed away. There are nothing but great words to describe him. Mrs. Ruth will be praying for you and the family. You are one great lady who is truly loved. Please call if uou need anything.
Love, hugs and prayers,
Louie and Sharon

Sharon & Louie

September 12, 2013

Ruth, I was so sorry to read of your loss. Amiss was such a help to me at BRASS when we set up our "linen" service and also when I was at Woman's Hospital. He will be missed. Such a gentleman.
Laura Cronin

September 6, 2013

so sorry to hear of the loss of Amiss,sincere sympathy to all.Amiss was a true southern gentlemen,always a warm greeting with that great smile ida mae Amiss[Roy}

Ida Mae Amiss

September 5, 2013

Very sorry to hear of Amiss' passing. Although we have not seen him in several years, we have fond memories of his kindness and courtesies extended our way.
Erin & Drew Meyers

September 5, 2013

My condolences to the family of Mr. Amiss. May God give you the strength to endure as you face the days ahead. May your warm and loving memories of him bring you comfort. Isaiah 61:2

Donner Fontenot

September 5, 2013

Dear Ruthie and Family,
What a great loss to everyone. Amiss will always be remembered for all he has done for ATT through out the years and that wonderful smile and helpful manner in which he did so many different jobs for so many.
George and I express would like to express our deepest sympathy.
Gods Blessings, George & Keigh

George & Keigh Ballard

September 3, 2013

We are thinking of you and your family during this most difficult time in your life. May you find peace in the many wonderful memories of your loved one, Scott & Melanie Rabenhorst

September 3, 2013

Ruthie,
It was such a treat to see you two recently. Amiss still had the wonderful smile and laugh. You were the love of his life and I know you two were so happy to have each other. I guess Vicki Hearin and Dad are having a great time together!

Thinking of you!
Erin Kennedy

Erin Ryan

September 3, 2013

Ruthie,
I am so glad I got to see the both of you recently. You two were so happy and you were clearly the love of Amiss' life. Many memories of fun times. Dad now has a friend in heaven.

Love, Erin Kennedy

Erin Ryan

September 3, 2013

Ruthie,
I was shocked and so saddened to hear of your dear Amiss' passing. He surely left a great legacy behind him with his wonderful family and you, his adoring wife. Ruthie, you are and always will be a "treasure," and you know what I mean. I always smile when I think of our relationship through the years with the AT&T. Amiss and you are both so loved in this community. Richard and I will say our prayers for him and for you during the High Holy Days beginning Wed. evening.
With much love,
Susan and Richard

September 3, 2013

A mentor in business as well as life.He will be missed.
Ruthie and family our thoughts are with you.

John Landry

September 3, 2013

What a wonderful man. We will miss him. Amiss was the epitome of a true southern man. We send our heartfelt sympathy to the family. Carol and Marvin Smith

Carol and Marvin Smith

September 3, 2013

I will miss his occasional visits to the house on Claycut Road that I bought in 2005. He enjoyed seeing what I was doing and would provide me with vintage photos of the house and stories about growing up there. Mr. Kean was always very encouraging and enthusiastic. My sympathy to his family.

Deborah Sowers

September 3, 2013

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