Our Staff

Meet Our Caring Staff

Our staff is comprised of dedicated and licensed professionals with the experience to answer all your questions regarding our services. Please feel free to contact any of our staff members at any time.

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David Keever

Owner/President/Funeral Director/Embalmer

Mr. David E. Keever is the third-generation owner of the Keever family business begun by J. E. Keever in August of 1918. David and his wife, Debbie, have two children: Christine (Keever) Maier and Matthew K. Keever. David and Debbie have been blessed with five grandchildren thus far and always look forward to spending time with them. David has been a vital member of the staff of J. E. Keever Mortuary, Inc. since the mid-1970's when his father, Samuel A. Keever, was the owner. Today, the same J. E. Keever Mortuary, Inc. traditions of compassion, dignity, and the highest quality of service remain under the very capable leadership of David E. Keever. This year, 2025, Mr. Keever marks a significant milestone in the Funeral Industry with Fifty Years as a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer and also a Fifty Year Member of the Texas Funeral Directors Association, having served in every office of the organization over the years.

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Paul Wood

Full-time Funeral Director/Crematory Director

Paul Wood joined the staff of J.E. Keever Mortuary/Twin Oaks Crematory as a certified crematory operator and is the Director of our Twin Oaks Crematory. Paul is originally from Paris, Texas, but has lived in the Ennis area for many years. In addition to his work with Twin Oaks, Paul is retired from the Hutchins Fire Department as an Engineer. Paul is a certified firefighter, Paramedic, EMS instructor, and firefighter instructor. Paul is a licensed Funeral Director and is also licensed to sell "pre-need" funeral plans. Paul is a "people person" and would be honored to assist you with pre-planning funeral arrangements.

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Christine Keever Maier

Monument Specialist

Christine Keever Maier has recently joined our staff as our Monument Specialist. Christine is the daughter of David and Debbie Keever. She is married to Eric Maier and they have two beautiful children, Jacob and Abigail. Christine received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Mary Hardin Baylor and her Master’s Degree from Lamar University. She worked for twelve years as an Educator and has recently taken over the office manager position at MowPro’s of Ennis. Call us to make an appointment to sit down and visit with Christine for your monument needs.

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Carol Brazier

Administrative Assistant

Carol joined the Keever staff on April 15, 2009, with many years of experience in banking and secretarial work. Carol is a lifelong resident of Ennis. She is the friendly face behind the front desk, the kind, gentle voice that answers the telephone and meets the public with a warm greeting. Carol is married to Robert Brazier, and they have three children and eight grandchildren.

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Robert Brazier

Staff Musician/Technology & Director's Assistant

After retiring from a thirty-one year career with the Ennis ISD as a Music Specialist, Mr. Brazier joined the Keever family business on June 1, 2007. As staff musician, he provides music for services requiring an organist, pianist and/or vocalist. He is also in charge of filing the appropriate paperwork for death certificates and cremation permits and coordinating the technology for video tributes of the deceased. He and his wife, Carol (Anthony), a life-long Ennisite, have been married over forty years and have three grown children and five grandchildren.

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Brandon Foshee

Crematory Operations

Brandon comes from a family involved in the funeral industry and currently operates Twin Oaks Crematory, owned and operated by J. E. Keever Mortuary, Inc. He is also a Provisional Funeral Director and Embalmer. At the completion of his provisional period, Brandon will be a fully licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer. He and his wife, Hillary, have three children.

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Neely Pierce

Director's Assistant

Neely comes from a family involved in the funeral industry. She has twin boys that are her pride and joy.

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Cozette Duke

Night Hostess

Cozette is a valued employee of J.E. Keever Mortuary, Inc., where she has served as a Night Receptionist for many years. Cozette also maintains the beauty of our facility.

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Janice Witherspoon

Night Hostess

Janice is a valuable Night Receptionist and also works to keep our facility looking its best.