Keith E. Hagen, 82, of Reeder, ND, passed away on April 4, 2018 at the West River Regional Medical Center in Hettinger.

Funeral Services for Keith with be on Monday, April 9, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Reeder. Deb Molbert and Pastor Alan Wickstrom will officiate with burial to follow in the Rosehill Cemetery, Reeder, N.D. There will be a Family and Friends Service on Sunday, April 8, 2018 at the Southwest Healthcare Long Term Center Chapel beginning at 7:00 p.m.Keith Eugene Hagen was born on February 22nd, 1936 at his rural home in Whetstone Township to Henry C. Hagen and Olive E. (Fancher) Hagen. He was the youngest of four boys, grew up on the family farmstead, and later made his life there. He went to school at Whetstone until 8th grade. He rode his horse to school and back every day. During his youth he was an active member in 4-H for nine years and participated in showmanship into his adult years. He attended Reeder High School where he participated in a variety of sports including: track, basketball and was captain of his football team. He was on the Hettinger Golden Gloves boxing team as well. He graduated high school in 1954. He married his high school sweetheart, Grace Marlene Peterson on May 27, 1955. They had five children including four girls and one boy. Keith enjoyed activities on the farm including farming, trapping, fishing, and caring for his sheep.
He was very active in his community and church and enjoyed spreading love and kindness to those around him. Keith was a proud member of the Reeder Lions Club since 1964 and withheld the titles of "Lion Tamer" and Weatherman. He also received the top award in Lion's Club International, the Melvin Jones award. An activity that Keith partook in annually was handing out candy bars to children that participated in the races at the Reeder Appreciation Days. Keith was the township treasurer for many years. He also was a board member of the County FSA. He was a proud member of the Sons of Norway. During the Reeder Uffda Days he was a leading actor, Lars. Keith was known for his ability to lift spirits through handshakes, smiles, "goodie bags"/candy, and an exceptional talent of storytelling. Keith is survived by his wife, Grace of Bowman, one brother: John Hagen of Fresno, one son, Jeff (Jane) Hagen of Fargo, three daughters Denise (Harvey) Oase of Reeder, Lisa (Boyd) Moor of Scranton, Jill (Bill Rahlf) Lyon of Fargo, 15 grandchildren, and 19 great grandchildren. Keith is preceded in death by his parents: Henry and Olive Hagen, 2 brothers: Vernon and Elmer Hagen, and daughter: Amy May Hagen.

Krebsbach and Kulseth Funeral Services in charge of the arrangements.