Tim Keathley, 79 of Fort Worth, Texas passed away on March 29, 2025. He was born in Corsicana, Texas on October 22, 1945 to Wesley Rea Keathley and Geraldine (Wright) Keathley. Tim was a Class of 1964 graduate of Gainesville High School. He worked for the City of Hurst as a Building Inspector and also the Santa Fe Railroad. Tim married Marsha Ann McCabe in 1970 and had two sons, Derek and Jason. Tim’s hobbies included classic cars, hunting, fishing, western movies and rattlesnake hunting.
Tim is survived by his sons: Derek Keathley & wife, Ricki and Jason Keathley, both of Fort Worth, Texas; grandson, Wesley Keathley & wife, Morgan of Cost, Texas; great-grandson, Lane Rea Keathley; special dog, Jake; sister-in-law, Suzy Klement & husband, John and nephews, Ryan & Casey Klement, Brian Keathley.
Preceded in death by wife, Marsha Ann Keathley; parents, Wesley Rea and Geraldine; brother, Rea Don Keathley; niece, Stacey Keathley.
Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Meador Funeral Home, 1204 E. California St, Gainesville, Texas with visitation to begin at 12:00 pm. Interment to be at Fairview Cemetery, Gainesville, Texas.
In lieu of flowers please donate to Gainesville High School and/or Noah’s Ark Animal Shelter, 2501 N. Weaver Street, Gainesville, Texas.
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Tim was a dear friend and will be sorely missed. We had many good memories together and I will cherish them always. Peace to his dear family.
Tim was also a pleasure to be around. He will be missed. Prayers for the family.
Tim was a long term neighborhood friend. He sorely will be missed. The history of our friendship runs very deep. Tim will forever be a fond memory. He joins his wife Marsha for their eternal trip together. God bless his family. To Tim’s sons, Derek and Jason, you put up a strong fight for your Dad and, now we know why his love for you was so strong!
I love you like a brother Tim…..Rest in Prace ❤️
Our condolences to the family for the loss of Tim, He was a great and honorable man.
Tim made everyday at work fun, I have never laughed so hard. He loved my Longhorns and I still have many of his retired office memorabilia in my office🤘🏼🧡…Sending prayers and hugs…he was loved by so many🙏
Tim was my best friend. Derek and Jason you took such good care of him until the end. So wish we could have had that last trip to the pasture. God bless you all. Love
Tim was my stalwart friend. Also, he made me laugh every single time we spoke. Tim and Marsha were role models. They taught me to find humor in all things. They were genuine and kind. They would do absolutely anything to help a friend or a stranger. In fact, that’s how we met. They took me under their wing when my husband was sick.
I will be forever grateful to God for bringing these beautiful people into my life and I will carry them in my heart until we are having Taco Tuesday again.
Tim was my best friend. Jason and Derek you took such good care of him till the end. So proud of you. We tried for one more trip to the pasture but it wasn’t meant to be. It was so much easier knowing Tim was a Christian. God bless you all.
With my deepest condolences, I pray for comfort and peace for you.
Jane carroll
Tim was a very dear friend and will be missed. Many memories to be shared and remembered. God bless him and family. RIP friend!
Jason, I know how you took care of your mom and dad. I remember the many talks we had about taking care of a parent. You always looked at the good side of things, but I know the hurt and I know you do too.
Always in my prayers and always here for you.
Aloha and God bless.
Many blessings and prayers to Tim’s family. May God wrap his loving arms around you all, and give you comfort.
Jason,
I know I never met your dad, but I know he must have been a wonderful man because he left such a wonderful legacy in you. You are in my prayers.
Jason,
May the Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you; May He turn His face toward you and give you peace and comfort during this time. Deepest sympathy to you and your family “My Friend”!!
Tim was one of a kind. He was always up beat and had something to say. It was a pleasure working with him. Prayers for comfort to the family.
I will miss the one guy that taught me a lot of stuff. He was a great teacher and mentor and friend. He will be missed.
Always a blast to be around . Had something funny to say every day. I really miss when we all hung out in the war room . You are missed terribly
Tim was a great teacher and a mentor. He was a true friend and it was a pleasure knowing and working with him. He will be missed . Love and respect to the Keathley family.