James Trace McKee

James Trace “Catfish” McKee, 83, of Bellefonte, died peacefully Friday morning, July 17, 2020, in the Community Hospice Care Center.

He was born December 1, 1936, in Ashland, Kentucky, a son of the late William L. and Opal Rice McKee. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, John L. McKee.

James was a graduate of Ashland Senior High School and the University of Kentucky. He retired following a long career with Ashland Oil as Vice President of Supply and Distribution. He served honorably in the United States Army Reserves, was a member of Bellefonte Country Club and was a founding member of the Quiet Corner at Holiday Point.

Survivors include his loving wife of 58 years, Teri Shanahan McKee of Bellefonte; niece, Jane (Bob) Slater; nephews, John (Anne) McKee and David (Michele) McKee; 11 great nieces and nephews; and 4 great-great nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at Ashland Cemetery Mausoleum with Pastor Mike Dennis officiating.

Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Tuesday, at the cemetery.

Contributions in Jim’s memory should be directed to Community Hospice, 1480 Carter Avenue, Ashland, KY, 41101.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Steen Funeral Home Central Avenue Chapel.

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