Keith passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday afternoon.
The Memorial Service will be:
Saturday, February 23rd at 5pm.
New Life Church in Everett.
6830 Highland Dr.
Everett, WA 98203
Cards can be sent to my mom at the following address:
Pam Johnson
7305 E Heather Way
Everett, WA 98203
Love you Pam! Hugs from Tom and Debbie Gallagher
ReplyDeleteMy heart just aches for you all. This journey you've been on is so exhausting, yet there is little relief in it being over. I've been there, I understand.
ReplyDeleteRest knowing that you honored Keith through this. You loved him well. You did your best. You stayed the course and endured. He is at peace with in the presence of the Lord. And someday we'll all get to join him there.
Psalm 23:4
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Angie Wilson
Clint, what about you and Kristi?
ReplyDeleteCan we send cards to you and your families as well?
Yes, of course.
ReplyDeleteClint Johnson
504 Hemlock Ave
Granite Falls, WA 98252
Kristi Cruz
2512 Leonard Dr
Everett, WA 98201
Pam,Clint and Kristi
ReplyDeleteKeith and I go way back to college dsys in Ely. He talked me into going out for track and do the high jump my sophomore year, I think because there was no one that knew how to high jump on the track team and I told him I could but I think he needed someone to work out with. But the main reason I did it was I was dating his cousin Cyndi Coombe and was at Grandma's house all the time. But wanted to tell that story because that year my father passed away and going out for track that spring really helped me focus on school. He will be missed Steve Hagen
These are cherished words from all of you. Steve, I love that story about Keith before I knew him.
ReplyDeleteI almost cried when reading about your care for Clint and Kristi.
Angie. You sooooooo understand. I didn't think I could finish the race about a month ago, But onl
But, only with The Lord's help, I, DID!
ReplyDeleteI know that Keith will never be forgotten. He encouraged everyone he knew, and I find myself remembering all the times when I was frustrated with my sons, that he was very consistent in what he would say to encourage me to be strong and keep doing what was needed. It's not easy raising kids, and it's not easy losing someone we love. I thank God for Keith's influence in my life, and my sons' lives.
ReplyDeleteI love you Pam, my heart and prayers are with you and your precious family! Jesus Bless and keep you!
ReplyDeletePam, Clint, Kristi - It's been years since I have seen Keith but I always felt I shared a bond with my first cousin through our mutual and longtime involvement in coaching. Reading some of the tributes from Keith's former students and players makes it clear he had a tremendous impact on so many, and his legacy will carry on not only through you but via the many young people he's influenced in a positive way. My heart goes out to you all. I wish I could be there in person to visit with you and celebrate Keith's life on Saturday. My thoughts will be with you that day.
ReplyDeleteTom Coombe
Ely, MN
Dear Pam,
ReplyDeleteYou have done such a wonderful job staying in touch with us and keeping us in the loop as far as Keith's struggles and condition. You guys fought the good fight. I know it was a long hard battle... no one could have done better than you did in such a difficult situation. You have been a beautiful witness of love and devotion to a good man.
We will miss Keith, not just because of the distance anymore, but because of his presence in your writing. We have the fondest memories of him as our "Good Neighbor, a Father and a Fiend". Thanks to both of you for the example and support you gave to my family. You are and always have been in our hearts and in our prayers.
With sorrow for your loss and deepest sympathies,
The Begins, Vic and Lee
Thank you all. Please pray for me as we celebrate Keith's life at a service tomorrow.
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