Brian James O'Keefe

April 12, 1979 - February 23, 2026

Brian James O'Keefe, 46, of Salt Lake City, Utah, passed away on February 23, 2026 in the mountains outside Salt Lake City, doing what he loved most. He was born in New Prague, Minnesota and grew up in Chanhassen, where his love of adventure began and never slowed down.

Known to many simply as "Keith," Brian had an energy that filled every room and a heart that made everyone feel welcome. He had a gift for putting a smile on people's faces, and he was loved deeply for it.

Brian was the Co-Owner of SteelBiltt, a testament to his drive and entrepreneurial spirit. Outside of work, he lived for the outdoors. Whether snowboarding, dirt biking, fishing, hunting, or spending time at the family cabin in Minnesota, Brian was most at home when he was outside and in motion. To the younger generation, he will always be remembered as "Coach Keith," having shared his passion for snowboarding and mini motocross with kids who looked up to him.

He is survived by his parents, Kathy and Tim O'Keefe; his brothers, Brent O'Keefe (Brit) and their children Brayden and Bria, and Kelly O'Keefe (James); his girlfriend, Tonja Nelson Twito; his beloved dog, Maggie, who was never far from his side; and his grandmother, Donna O'Keefe, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and close friends who loved him dearly.

Brian was loved by many and will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

 Services

A visitation will be held on Friday, March 6, 2026 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at St. Hubert Catholic Church, 8201 Main St, Chanhassen, MN 55317. Additional visitation on Saturday, March 7 beginning at 10:00 a.m. prior to the service.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, March 7 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Hubert Catholic Church. Luncheon to follow. A burial will take place at St. Hubert Catholic Cemetery, 381 W 78th St, Chanhassen, MN after the luncheon.

 A celebration of life will also be held in Salt Lake City, Utah later this spring. Details to be announced.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Wasatch Backcountry Rescue whose primary purpose is rapid response for avalanche rescue, winter related mountain rescue, and medical evacuation incidents using trained professionals and search and rescue dogs.