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Robert KEITHLEY Obituary
Born Oct. 19, 1928, to Robert L. Sr. and Alice M. Keithley, he spent most of his life living on the Peninsula.
Bob is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Edward 'Skip' Keithley.
He is survived by his wife, Sally A. Keithley; his sons, Robert L. III and William P. (Dawn); two grandchildren, Arianne L. and William C. Keithley; and one great-grandson, Luke A. Chapman.
He is also survived by his brother, Lawrence A. (Betty); and sister, Ann S. (Tommy) Watson; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family would like to thank his friend and caregiver of 10 years, Marie Maxwell, for her overwhelming kindness, patience, and friendship. You were truly a blessing in Bob's life.
A memorial service for Bob will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your favorite charity. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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larry/charlotte keithley
June 18, 2010
Dear loved ones:
Larry and Charlotte Keithley were so sorry to hear about "Big Bobby's passing." He was such a character. Charlotte met Big Bobby in Nannie and Poppa's kitchen eating a bowl of fat meat with all the drippings. He was enjoying it so much. He was always doing something funny. Larry and "Little Bobby" used to hang out; all sort of in "NANNIE'S HOUSE. We will all remember those Thanksgiving dinners where all the Keithleys were in tow. We are sorry for your loss for he was a good man. We will miss him too. Sadly as the years went by, we lost touch with him and every now and then we would think of "WHEELER AVENUE." Remember those times and think of him and cherish. Our thoughts are with you.
Cheryl Nicholas
June 18, 2010
Dearest Friends,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Bobby. I have the fondest memories of visiting with Nanny and Poppa and all of the family on special occasions, where all of you made me feel like family. Bobby was always fooling around and making everyone laugh. My thoughts and prayers go with each of you. Always go with the special memories and not the bad ones. May God bless each of you.
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