Keith Allen

Keith Edward Manes – Allen of Pana, Illinois passed away on April 15th, 2026. He was born on May 9th, 1961, in Decatur, Illinois. He served his country in the United States Army and drove truck for Presnell Bros. He enjoyed bowling, was a member of the Elks and enjoyed spending time with friends.
Keith is survived by his son Keith Manes Jr. of North Carolina, his brother Vern (Deanna) Malloy of Newaygo, Michigan, stepsisters, Trish Davis of Taylorville, Illinois and Christina (Eloy) Brown of San Antonio, Texas, stepbrothers, Ricky (Wanda) Allen of Pana, Illinois and Terry (Bertha) Allen of Pana, Illinois. Keith was preceded in death by his mother Luella Jane Allen and stepfather Frank Allen.
Keith will be laid to rest with military honors at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield, Illinois.
His siblings will welcome friends at a celebration of life at the Pana Eagles, 186 US Highway 51, on Saturday, May 16th from 1:00 to 3:00.
McCracken-Dean Funeral Home is assisting the family.