Mr. Kenneth R. Keith Jr. 88 entered his heavenly home on March 9th, 2026.

The family is planning a celebration of his life for all his family and friends on Saturday, March 21st from 11:00am to 1:00pm. at Bethlehem United Methodist Church, 5300 Nesbit Road, Waxhaw, NC 28173. The family will receive friends from 10:30am until 11:00am, prior to the service. 

There will be a grave side service at a later date. This is due to our father donating his remains to Western Carolina University for study. More detailed plans for grave side will be forthcoming.

He is survived by 2 sons Brian Keith and Robert Keith and their families, as well as 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

He was a very loved and respected man by family and friends. He never met a stranger. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

In lieu of flowers it was his wish that any donations/contributions be made to the following:

Western Carolina University Anthropology/Sociology Department.

Atrium Health Hospice, 700 West Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110.

Bethlehem United Methodist Church, 5300 Nesbit Road, Waxhaw, NC 2817 Monroe, NC,

Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com

Gordon Funeral Service & Crematory, 1904 Lancaster Ave, Monroe, NC 28112, is honored to be entrusted to care for the Keith Family.