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Ryan Aldrich "Al" McKeithan

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Seaman High School Emporia State University Washburn University

Ryan McKeithan Obituary

OZAWKIE- Ryan "Al" Aldrich McKeithan, 54, died Monday, January 16, 2006 at his home. He was born December 8, 1951 in Greensboro, NC., the son of Ryan McKeithan, Sr. & Alma Worrell Cockrell. Mr. McKeithan received a B.A. from Washburn University in 1974 & a M.A. from Emporia State University in 1982. Currently working as a teacher at Seaman High School. He was lifelong NEA member & the KC Diocese Forensic League Moderator. He married Lucia Ann Little at Wichita, KS. on December 30, 1972. She survives at the home. Other survivors include his Mother & Step-Father, Alma & Robert Cockrell, Greensboro, NC., a Son, Ryan McKeithan III, Glendale, CA., a Daughter, Maggie McKeithan, Idyllwild, CA. & Brother, John McKeithan, Greensboro, NC. Cremation is planned. A memorial service will be at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, January 19, 2006 at the Meriden United Methodist Church, Meriden, KS. Private family inurnment will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Ryan A. McKeithan Memorial Fund and sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 416 Oskaloosa, KS 66066.

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Jan. 18, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Ryan McKeithan

109 Entries

Kassie Blount

February 14, 2006

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Ryan was an amazing teacher he got me threw my first 2 1/2 years of highschool with only a few wounds that have healed. I will always remember "the big guy"! My prayers are with you and your family.

Erika Litherland

February 10, 2006

During high school, I was involved in 3 things. And McKeithan taught me 2 of them. I am who I am because of who he was, and who he saw that I could become. I am forever greatful for the role he played in my life, and will miss him greatly. Once, during my junior year, we were all trying to figure out why some peole called him Al and others called him Ryan, upon being asked he would only tell us that it was a family name and we would never guess it. He was right. Now, 3 years later, he finally let us know.

Jessica Moore

February 9, 2006

I had Mr. McKeithan as a College Speech teacher, and if it wasnt for him, i wouldnt be able to stand up in front of a crowd, and give a speech about anything! He has made a huge difference in my life! im going to miss him so much! McKeithan family, you are in my prayers!

Louise Yow Snyder

January 30, 2006

Lucia, We met in 2004 at Western Guilford High School's 35th Reunion. It was so nice to re-connect with the "kids" that I went to school with! I am SO sorry to hear of Al's death. You and your family are in my prayers.

Jesse and Peggy Martin

January 30, 2006

We were just informed of Mr. Mckeithan's passing. Our son (Jesse) was in his debate class in 1990. We are so sorry for the loss. He was also a customer of JM Company. All of Mr. McKeithans family will be in our prayers. We pray for God's peace and for God to draw you close. Only He can help. Lovingly, Peggy and Jess Martin

Jared Teach

January 30, 2006

I am sorry to hear about Mr. McKeithan. He was a great man with an equally wonderful family. He will be remembered for his sincerity, work ethic, and most importantly, the respect he showed towards everyone. Again, I am sorry for your loss and will keep the entire McKeithan family in my prayers.

Laura Cristiano

January 30, 2006

I just wanted to express my condolences to the entire McKeithan family. Every year I would work with Ryan at the National Catholic Forensics League fall moderators’ meeting and spring tournament. Ryan was always creative, insightful, and there with the perfect joke when the workload got stressful. He will be missed by the crew that worked with him each year.

Mark Schuler

January 28, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. Ryan, or Mr. Mac as I knew him, was not only my favorite teacher but also a good friend. As a student at Jefferson County North from ’79 to ’82, he served not only as a teacher but also as a coach. His skills as an educator, though formidable, were no match for his skills as a mentor and motivator. He was personable, humorous, intuitive and amicable in even the most difficult situations. I learned more about integrity and humility during our short time spent together at golf tournaments than I have from anyone since. I loved his laugh, his endless patience, his edgy repartee and his ability to make everyone and anyone feel important and needed. I honestly don’t think that I have met a finer man. I offer my deepest sympathies to you and all who knew Mr. Mac.

Bruce McRoberts

January 27, 2006

Ryan was a great friend and mentor as he worked hard to become a better broadcast teacher. He came to visit me in Overland Park and cared so much about what he was doing as a career. It's obvious from the other entries here that he will be deeply missed. We in the Student Television Network broadcast group will miss him also.

Bruce McRoberts

Blue Valley School District

Pete Crawford

January 27, 2006

I am saddened to hear of the lost of Ryan McKeithan. I met him through STN (Student Television Network), a network set up for scholastic broadcasting in schools. In the time I interacted with him through campSTN and the national convention, I gained valuable insight to our jobs as broadcast teachers in the high school setting. I was impressed to hear all the things he has accomplished both professionaly and personaly. His experience will be missed.

John & Rosie Hollis

January 25, 2006

We are so sorry for your great loss,it is great to have neighbors with so much love to give to others. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with your family. John & Rosie Hollis

Jennifer Burdiek

January 24, 2006

I was so shocked to hear about his passing. I spent MANY hours with McKeithan. He was my favorite teacher, coach and friend for the 4 years I spent on the Debate and Forensics team. McKeithan had a way of making you forget that you had a first name! He loved to push you to your potential, and helped you any time you fell. We loved you McKeithan and our thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless.

Jennifer Burdiek and family

Troy Harrison

January 23, 2006

Mr. McKeithan was a huge influence in my life, and judging from the crowd at the memorial service and the entries in this guest book, it's fair to say he did so in a lot of other students'. I debated on his teams from 1984 to 1987. His contributions to my life, and to others, are immeasurable. RIP.

Gary and Marcia Mesler

January 23, 2006

Lucia and children: So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Michelle (moore) Noble

January 22, 2006

Mr. McKeithan was one of only a handful of teachers that truly made a difference in my life. He was a great motivator and always listened. As a debate coach he would never let you quit even if you'd had the worse day in the world, he made you get after it again. As a teacher and mentor he truly cared about and respected his students. I was in his first class he taught at Seaman, his impact will be forever remembered. He was one of the best and for that he will always hold a place in my heart. He passed on too young. Mr. McKeithan you were AWESOME!!

Mike Woodbury

January 21, 2006

Ryan McKeithan was a friend and mentor of mine during my time coaching debate. He was a caring and devoted coach and a very proud father. He worked tirelessly to give 1000's of students in Kansas the best opportunity to learn, improve, and achieve at the highest levels in debate, forensics, and life. You are missed, Al.

Holly Allen

January 20, 2006

I never had Mr. McKeithan as a teacher, and I've never talked to him, but I heard he was a really nice guy, and was sad to hear that he passed away. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.

Ellen Saling

January 20, 2006

Lucia, Maggie, and Ryan, we are grieving with you.

With love and prayers,

Ellen Saling, Gene and Laurel Linton

Andy Wilz

January 20, 2006

I had Mr. McKeithan in class for 3 years in high school. I can honestly say that I am a better person because of him. Not only was he a great coach and teacher, but he was a great person. Even since leaving high school and college, Mr. McKeithan was a great person to talk to when our paths crossed. The impact he made on thousands will be visible for years to come.

christian howard

January 20, 2006

i never really had him but i would always talk to him. he was a real nice guy and a friend to all. i was going to take debate next year because of him but i have no decire to now. no teacher could ever top him.

Kristen Ray (Lolley)

January 20, 2006

Mr McKeithan was one of the best teachers I ever had during my years at Seaman. He was a great listener, mentor and a wonderful friend. My prayers and condolences go out to all of his family and friends. God bless you all in ur time of need.

Dan & Courtney (Lanum) Barrett

January 20, 2006

I sure enjoyed my time with Big Mac. He was a great supporter and coach. I loved to hear him laugh and get excited when his students did well. He thought the world of you guys, most of all.

Dan Barrett Seaman 85

Courtney Lanum Jeff West 85

Brenna Lloyd Rooney

January 20, 2006

I was so sad to hear about Mr. McKeithan. He was a favorite teacher when I was a student at Seaman High School from 1983 - 1985. As a sophomore, Mr. McKeithan was my very first coach for Debate and Forensics, and my fondest memories are riding in the huge station wagon with a bunch of friends, on the way to a tournament. As soon as we started with any inappropriate words or remarks, Mr. McKeithan would yell from the driver's seat, "My ears are burning; you guys are hurting my ears." Ten years later, I would say those same words to the kids that I coached on my own forensics team. In the year 2000, I would get to meet Mr. McKeithan again, this time as an adult and a substitute-teacher at Seaman. When I introduced myself that first day as a sub, and as an adult, Mr. McKeithan said to me, "I love to meet my old students again and find out that they turned into normal people." Mr. McKeithan, you were a great teacher and a great person. You will be deeply missed by all who knew you.

Kevin Bertels

January 19, 2006

Lucia, Ryan and Maggie: I hope you can take some comfort from knowing how many students Mr. Mac influenced forever. I can account for a couple hundred from the 1977-78 school year alone. Over three decades that adds up to ... a life very well spent. I knew him as a teacher, basketball coach, speech coach and golf partner. He's behind many of my best memories and strongest convictions, and I can see here that there are many like me. We mourn with you.

From an appreciative member of the Jefferson Co. North Class of '78

Kansas State Debate

January 19, 2006

Mr. McKeithan has had an impact on a majority of our debaters here at KSU. While, not alot of us went to school here, he did judge us in the district. In the round and out, he was a smart, understanding, caring individual but, above all that, he was a friend to every debater in this region and wanted us all to sucessed. He will be missed in the debate community but, he will never leave us. The kind of person that he was will live on inside all of us. Thanks, KSU Debate

Christine Elliott

January 19, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. McKeithan was a great teacher, mentor, and friend. He was taken away too soon, but he touched so many lives in the time that he spent here on earth. Please know that you are not alone in your grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Christine (Chapas) Elliott

Class of 1996

Sara Kesinger

January 19, 2006

I didn't really know Mr. McKeithan that well...I never had him as a teacher and have never even talked to him, but I have heard many very great and positive things about him. I think that if I did have him as a teacher, I would definitely enjoy having him as a teacher. I just really thought that i would've gotten to know him and talk to him. My thoughts and prayers go out to each and every family member and friend of Mr.McKeithan!! :)

Robin (Simpson) Schulte

January 19, 2006

I talked with Aunt Gracie on the phone tonight and she spoke of your loss and the enormous outpouring from the many people Mr. McKeithan touched. May you find comfort in their amazing stories. There is so much love here! You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Brandon Rhoads

January 19, 2006

Mr. McKeithan was a wonderful person and a great inspiration in my life entering college and as a debate/forensics coach. I'm sure everyone who had a chance to meet him felt the same. Will be missing him greatly. Condolences to the family and friends.

Autumn Kidwell

January 19, 2006

Although I was always interested in the world of debate, I never had Mr. McKeithan as a teacher. Last semester I did have the chance to interview him for Clipper. He talked about his new "Drive to Save Lives" program, in which he seemed so passionate about helping others. In the 10-15 minutes I spoke with him, I knew he was a kind and sincere man. I am so thankful that I was able to sit down with him that day and talk with him, even for just a little while. My thoughts and prayers go out to the McKeithan family.

Susan & Nick Scofield

January 19, 2006

To the McKeithan Family: Our sympathy on your loss. We feel fortunate our son was able to experience Mr. McKeithan's inspiration, drive and direction in life as a forensic & debate student at Seaman. It has served him well.

BJ (The Mouth) Arnold

January 19, 2006

Mr. McKeithan was an insperation to all, but to me he was a mentor and a friend. He was my debate/forensics coach from 1998 to 2002 and always had a joke or a smile ready for you. If you were down he knew if you needed encouragment, or you needed to be taught about the ways of the world.

This man is to me a legend that should never be forgotten. He was a good, honest, and powerful man who helped more then his fair share of people. He will forever be missed, and he will forever be remembered.

Jason Diehl

January 19, 2006

I was devastated to hear the news of the loss of the most influential teacher I've known, Mr. Ryan McKeithan. Even today, 18 years after graduating, I look at the time I spent under his guidance as the most productive and effective of my life. He showed me more ways of thinking progressively, working efficiently and speaking precisiely than any other person. I admired his calm and logical manner constantly and look back on the time with him as unparalleled. The fact that this heartbreaking news can reach me half way across the country is a testament to the power this outstanding man had on the formative years of my life. The world will never be the same without him and needs more men like him.

Jessica Crowder

January 19, 2006

Mr. McKeithan was such a great guy. He has been my seminar teacher for the last 2 years, and it is going to be hard without him. I hope the best for the family!

Shannon Saville

January 19, 2006

Mrs. McKeithan-

I'm so sorry to hear about Mr. McKeithan's passing. I truly enjoyed having him as my debate coach. I hope you and your family are doing well. Take care.

January 19, 2006

May knowing that your husband and dad touched many lives ease your grief. God bless,

David, Shelly, AJ, Cori, & Carrie Finson

AJ Finson

January 19, 2006

Mr. McKeithan was a great teacher and it was an honor to have known him. With deepest sympathy,

AJ Finson

Seaman Class of 2004

Nancy Foster

January 19, 2006

Mrs. McKeithan, Ryan and Maggie:

So sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories of your dad live forever with you and help you find your way through these tough times.

Gerald Howley

January 19, 2006

Mr. McKeithan was a very effective and talented teacher. I remember his patience and commitment to helping student reach their potential. He will be greatly missed.

Jerry Howley

Seaman Forensics 1983-85

Brandi Bird

January 19, 2006

Although i've only had Mr. Mckeithan a few days in class this year he was a really sweet & caring guy! Everyone seem to enjoy him as their teacher we will all miss him My thoughts & prayers are with him & his family.

Sincerly,

Tinley Ostrander

January 19, 2006

Mr. Mckeithan was such a wonderful and hardworking man. I had him in Media Tech 1 and also 2. He was always hard on us to get our stories but he wanted us to get them done. His class was always fun and enjoyable because he was a laid back kind of guy. He will always be in my mind of how wonderful of a teacher he was and will always remain my favorite teacher. Mckeithan family I have you in my prayers.

Larry Miller

January 19, 2006

Mr. McKeithan will be greatly missed by his many students, friends, and family. My thoughts are with you.

CJ Schneider III

January 19, 2006

I was deeply saddened to hear of Mr.Macs passing. I will never forget the way he would tell us to emote until you think you're overacting the part and it will be just right. He made a lifelong impact on me and I deeply regret not staying in closer contact over the years. He will be truly missed and I wish to extend heartfelt sympathies for your loss. JCN Class of 1982.

Lanie Bertels Fasulo

January 19, 2006

Lucia and family-

I am so saddened to hear of Al's death. I love music and theater because of the his insight and great teaching. To this day, I can see the look of puzzlement on his face when I would pronounce Bob Dylan's name wrong! I can't think of many educators who would spend the summer directing plays with former students just for the fun of it. He made each of us feel as if we were his very favorite student! And to me, he was my very favorite educator.

JCN Class of 1977

Martha Gabehart

January 19, 2006

Lucia, please know that I and the quilt guild members are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Linda Urton

January 19, 2006

Mrs. McKeithan,

Although I did not have the joy of knowing Mr. McKeithan it is obvious as to how special a person/teacher that he was. Bethany and I want to express our condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. May you find comfort in the many memories that you all hold dear.

Sincerely,

Linda Urton & Bethany Nesbitt

Matthew McNary

January 19, 2006

Mrs.McKeithan, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Debra & David Schuler

January 19, 2006

Mrs. McKeithan, Ryan and Maggie, What a loss you have suffered. Mr. McKeithan was a favorite teacher and coach. He taught us much about life and was a kind soul doing it. May our warm memories and our prayers comfort you during this difficult time. (JCN Class of '81 and '82)

Joyce Dryer

January 19, 2006

Lucia, Ryan, Maggie

Please know that we are thinking of you in your time of sorrow.

Dave, Joyce, Darci & Katie Dryer

Kim Mc Carthy

January 19, 2006

Dear McKeithan and Cockrell Families,

I am so sorry for your loss. Although I did not know Mr. McKeithan personally...as I read the words of those who did, I find a connection in that of his mother, my friend and my mentor through the years. May God's comfort and peace be with you.

Sophie (Wilkinson) Zynda

January 19, 2006

I am so sorry to hear of Mr. McKeithan's passing. He truly was a fantastic teacher and I really enjoyed my years with him in forensics. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Norrie Holt

January 18, 2006

To Mr. Mckeithan's family, I am very sorry for your loss. My God comfort you all and the days to come. I had Mr.Mckeithan as a teacher my junior year of high school. He was a very patient man putting up with us crazy kids having fun making our videos for multimedia. He was a fun teacher. He will be missed.

Norrie Holt (class of 94')

Georgette Johnson

January 18, 2006

Mr. McKeithan was a valuable assest to Seaman High School and will be greatly missed. Our thought and prayers are with you all.

Colby Blanton

January 18, 2006

Mr. McKeithan was a great teacher and I always looked forward to his class. He will be missed.

Jennifer Mattox

January 18, 2006

Mrs. McKeithan, Ryan and Maggie,

I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you during this difficult time.

Jennifer (Brunton), Alan and Cooper Mattox

Carol/Michelle Wadleigh

January 18, 2006

Lucia

Our thoughts and prayer are with your family.We both enjoyed having you first as a teacher and then a friend.

Brook Midgley

January 18, 2006

"Nothing is so strong as gentleness and nothing is so gentle as real strength." - I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May your family share their strenth with one another and celebrate the life of a man who will remain within you all infinitely.

Kellie Bartlow

January 18, 2006

Mrs. McKeithan, Ryan, and Maggie

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I am you are in my prayers. May God grant you peace and comfort in this difficult time.

All my love.

Tom Preston

January 18, 2006

I am so sorry to hear about Ryan's passing. He was a wonderful man, as well as a great (and gentle) teacher. I had the good fortune of getting to work with him on two summer stock productions ("Pippin" and "Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum") back in the early 80s - they have always been some of my most treasured memories! He brought immeasurable joy and passion to his work, and students couldn't help but be swept away along with him. It is the true mark of an amazing teacher and human being that students many decades later are still touched by his life and his dedication to his craft. He truly made a real difference in many people's lives (including my own), and we will all miss him!

Theresa Ellenbaum

January 18, 2006

I'm so sorry for you loss, he was a great teacher he was my seminar teacher so he didn't teach me intentionally but i did learn from him and i did look up to him. I know he will be greatly missed by all, i send you my prayers and may god be with you

Robb Bertels

January 18, 2006

I was deeply saddened to hear of Mr. McKeithan's passing. He was a tremendous teacher, coach, mentor and friend. The influence and impact he made in this world will live on in every life he touched throughout the years.

JCN Class of 1982

Susan Mahoney

January 18, 2006

Mrs. McKeithan and family,

My deepest sympathies go to you and your family. Mr. McKeithan was my debate and forensics coach while I was at Seaman for three years. Very seldom to you get the opportunity to spend so much time with one of your teachers and 20 years later, my friends and I still speak very fondly of him. He truly was one of a kind and one that probably didn't realize the impact he had on his students. I have had a very good career--one that would not have happened without his leadership and guidance. I am, as my family, forever grateful knowing him and learning from him as I did.

I am thinking of you and hope you find comfort in the many emails sent to your family and how warmly they felt about Mr. McKeithan.

Sincerely,

Susan (Atwood) Mahoney

Seaman class of 1986

Jacob McKee

January 18, 2006

I am so sorry to hear of Mr Mckeithans passing. I had him as a speech teacher, and two years of web design, a year of multimedia tech and also helped him in an independent study and during my time as a tech assistant. He was a great man and it was an honor to have had him as a teacher. He put forth much effort and dedication toward the students. God bless him and his family, may he rest in peace.

Bill, Jolene Jason & Josh Bickel

January 18, 2006

Lucia, Ryan and Maggie,

So sorry to hear of your loss. Al will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Harold (JR) & LaVon Langston

January 18, 2006

Oh Lucia, Words are so hard to come by now when we want to say something so profound they will bring you and the family comfort. We pray God will keep you close and comfort you and that the love and sympathy of friends and family will in some way also comfort you.

(We are in Texas and just pulled up the local news and found the news article). We will let the kids know, too...Our prayers are with you.

Matthew Dunavan

January 18, 2006

Mr. McKeithan was my debate and forensics coach for the four years of my high school career. He sharpened my critical thinking skills, made me a better communicator (though I could have stood to listen to his lessons more often), and gave a lot of good students a classroom to call home. He coached when needed and also knew how to stand back and let a student try to fly on their own.

He will be missed.

Casey Hughes

January 18, 2006

I am very sorry to hear about Ryan.May God bless your family in so many ways.My sister and I were very blessed to have had him in our company everyday at Seaman High he was the most knowledgable man who I looked up to everyday. I send you all my prayers.

Rhonda (MOW) Frakes

January 18, 2006

Lucia, Maggie, and Ryan:

I want to extend to you my sympathies in the loss of your husband and dad. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Love,

Sarah Adams

January 18, 2006

God Bless you and your family. I had Mr. McKeithan as a forensic/debate coach. He was such a patient man; such a good teacher. He will be missed by many.

Class of 1990

January 18, 2006

A teacher lives on in all whose lives they touch. You helped us to believe in ourselves. At a time when we were yearning to be considered adults, you were the first to treat us as equals. You will never be forgotten.

Mr. Mac: Mentor, Coach, Friend

On behalf of

Jefferson Co. North Class of 1981

Tony Bertels

January 18, 2006

Lucia:

I was so sorry to hear of Al's passing. He was one of the great mentors in my life and truly a gentle soul. He cut his professional teeth on me and a few fortunate classmates. I can't begin to tell you what an impact he had on my confidence and developement as a young man growing up in rural Kansas. I owe a lot of my success as a good communicator to his passion and willingness to wear his heart on his sleeve. Only the good die young.

My deepest sympathy,

Tony Bertels (JCN, Class of 1976)

Jessica Barnes-Bogina

January 18, 2006

Mr. McKeithan was a wonderful teacher who inspired his students. He will be missed.

Sarah Bush

January 18, 2006

Mrs. Mckeithan

im am very sorry for your loss. i am in Mckeithan first hour debate class. he was a very well liked person and was always there to make you laugh when you needed!! there will never be another just like him!!

my hope and prayers are with you!

Rocky Bartlow

January 18, 2006

Lucia, Ryan, and Maggie. Kathi and I were greatly grieved to hear of Al's passing. We pray that God will give you comfort and grace. You do not grieve alone. All our love.

Doris Henderson

January 18, 2006

I'm so very sorry about Al. While I did not know him, it sounds like he was a great teacher and a wonderful person. I am Cathe Champion Henderson's mother-in-law and a friend of Alma's. I will be thinking of you. Love,

Doris

Teresa (Larson) Templin

January 18, 2006

Lucia, Maggie, & Ryan, Words cannot express my sympathy to you....May you continually find solace in the arms of our Lord. So sorry of your loss. Al was indeed a wonderful man.

Dana Marshall-Lady

January 18, 2006

We are very sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. McKeithan. I and my husband had him as an english teacher and debate coach. He will be missed at Seaman.

Dana Marshall-Lady

Seaman class of 1989

Now at Northern Hills Jr. High

Julie (Macomber) Adams

January 18, 2006

I was so sorry to hear that Mr. McKeithan had passed away. Your family is in my prayers. I remember him as one of my favorite teachers at JCN.

Paul Goebel

January 18, 2006

I never had the privelage of seeing Al in the classroom, or at a debate tournament. He was our nearly-next-door neighbor for many years. My kids and his were friends and classmates, and I rememnber well Al's devotion to Ryan and Maggie's school, sports and lives. Also to Lucia and her teaching and parenting.

Al was always a relaxed, friendly guy that loved his life and family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and many friends.

Paul and Beni Goebel

Kari Morgan

January 18, 2006

Mr. McKeithan made a great impact on my life, I joked last night that I probably spent more weekends with him in high school than I did with my own parents. He was an amazing man and will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Carrie Branson

January 18, 2006

Sorry to hear about your loss. Your family is in our Thoughts and Prayers. Chad, Carrie, Cole, and Chase Branson

Jennifer Bundy

January 18, 2006

I was never a student of Mr McKeithan, but learned many a lessons from him. He was my sister's teacher, then my neighbor's teacher more recently. I judged many forensics and debate tournaments for him. Always laughing because he acted so calm, yet you knew he had to be going nuts with all the students running around. I will miss him, judging will not the be same.

Jennel Woelfl

January 18, 2006

We would like you to know how very sorry we are to hear of Al's passing.If there is anything we can help you with please let us know.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Ryan and Maggie.

Jennel and Martin Woelfl

David Edington

January 18, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

David, Lori, Nicole, Lindsey and Matt Edington

Jennifer (Stell) Harrington

January 18, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of McKeithan. He was an exceptional teacher and mentor. I had the opportunity to be his student for three years at SHS (class of 1990) and then to learn from him again as I saw him at tournaments in my role as an assistant debate and forensics coach. He provided guidance for me in my personal and professional life and I will miss him.

Kelli Eisermann

January 18, 2006

Mrs. McKeithan, Ryan, and Maggie my thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this time of loss. May you remember the good times of a loving husband and father. Al will be greatly missed. Keeping you in my thoughts.

Melissa theel

January 18, 2006

Lucia, and family, I am so sorry to hear about Al. You all are in my prayers. May GOD be with you at this time of sorrow.

Melissa Theel (Greeson)

Tonya (Balusek) Heiden

January 18, 2006

Mr.McKeithan was a wonderful teacher. I was blessed by his mentoring as a teacher, debate and forensics coach. I hope that you find comfort in knowing that he touched so many lives with his love for teaching. My prayers are with you. Tonya(Balusek)Heiden 1990

Janelle Schuler

January 18, 2006

Lucia, Ryan and Maggie -

I am very sorry for the loss of your Dad and Husband. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Julie (Stell) Holmes

January 18, 2006

I was saddened to learn of Mr. McKeithan's passing. He was a great debate/forensics coach and will be greatly missed. I graduated from Seaman in 1987 but would occasionally see him at debate tournaments when I was asked to judge. My condolences.

Kevin & Amy Waters & Behring Family

January 18, 2006

We are very sorry for your loss. May God bless you all. You are all in our thoughts and prayers through these difficult times.

Ann Miles

January 18, 2006

Lucia, Larry and I are so sorry to hear of Ryan's death. Larry said he enjoyed him so when he had classes at HCCC from him. You and yours are in our prayers. Ann Miles.

Audrey Goebel

January 18, 2006

Lucia, Maggie, and Ryan,

I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you the best of luck in the coming months. I know how hard this will be for you all. Al was a great man.

DeDee Skaggs

January 18, 2006

Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. DeDee, Michael & Steven Skaggs

Kristy Behring

January 18, 2006

Mrs McKeithan,Ryan & Maggie-

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers hoping you will find strength from all the memories of Al that you hold in your hearts. God Bless.

Lori Bertels Kleibohmer

January 18, 2006

Lucia, I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Mac. He was absolutely one of the greatest teachers I ever had. JCN was a much better place for having him there. We all loved him.

Melanie Ralston

January 18, 2006

When I stop to think about what Al's contribution has been to Speech Activities in Kansas and the nation, it is mind-numbing. A day will not pass in our profession that we won't be doing something that Al had a major role in organizing. I hope we can do justice to the legacy that he has left us all. I will surely miss the stories that made me laugh. With deepest sympathy, Mark and Melanie Ralston

Tony & Marcy Noll

January 18, 2006

We were sorry to hear that Mr. McKeithan had passed away. Your family is in our prayers. Both my husband & I had Mr. McKeithan as a teacher when he was at JCN.

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