It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jaqueline Shea Keene, known fondly

as Shea Baby. Shea peacefully passed away on the morning of May 27, 2024, surrounded by

her beloved family at home.

Born on June 20, 1979, in Laurel, Mississippi, Shea had a profound love for music and art all

her life. Graduating from Northeast Jones High School in 2000, she was admired for her

vibrant spirit, affection for people, and her enthusiasm for dancing at every gathering she

attended. Shea's generosity, insight, and enduring love will always be treasured by her family

and friends.

Shea is survived by her sister, Blaine Anderson and her brother-in-law Patrick; nieces Madison

and Marlie Anderson; Aunt, Lana Myers (Cecil); Uncle, Sidney Rhea Hughes II; Uncle, John

Hughes (Jan); Aunt, Lacy Hodges (Adam); cousins, Clint and Chase Myers, John Ethan Hughes

(Cassidy), Turner Hughes, Mary Claire Hughes, Will Hodges, and Dixie Lei Shoemake (Bryce);

and close friends Jennifer Bullard, Melinda Manning, Casey Russell, Amber Pullium, and Tye

Williamson.

She was preceded in death by her father, Jack Blaine Keene; mother, Elizabeth "Libby" Keene;

and grandparents, Sidney Rhea I and Joyce Hughes, Jasper and Margaret Keene.

A celebration of Shea's life will be held on May 31, 2024, at Colonial Chapel. Visitation will be

held from 9:30-11:00 AM, followed by a service where loved ones will gather to honor her

memory. Attendees are kindly asked to wear pink in her honor.

Jaqueline Shea Keene will forever be remembered for her gentle nature, artistic flair, and

boundless love for her family and friends and her devotion to her church, Bethal Baptist.

Shea touched the hearts of all who knew her, and her memory will endure in our hearts

eternally. Rest peacefully, dear Shea.

Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel is in charge of arrangements. 601-649-3342.

An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapellaurel.com