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GRAVES Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com Keith Charles Graves, 77, of Jacksonville passed peacefully May 14, 2011 with family and friends by his side. Born October 1, 1933 in Des Moines, Iowa, Keith was the son of Charles W. Graves and Myrtle A. Graves. Growing up in Altoona, Iowa he enjoyed sports and working in his father's grocery store. Keith was a proud U.S. Marine and a graduate of Drake University. From 1957-70, he was employed by Safeco Insurance Co. and from 1970-81 he was VP of J. Smith Lanier & Associates in West Point, GA. In 1981 Keith co-founded Insuramerica of Florida, Inc. and was Chairman of the Board until 1997. He continued his dedicated service as an independent sales agent. As a community volunteer, he chaired an American Red Cross chapter, a United Way Fund and served his church. He was a dedicated Rotarian for 31 years and enjoyed piloting his plane, boating, golfing and spending time with family and friends. Keith will always be cherished as a devoted husband, father, grandfather and loyal friend. He is survived by his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 48 years Dolores Hartzer Graves; daughters Kelly (Scott) Shockley of Columbia, SC and Amy (Erik) Edelberg of San Ramon, CA; grandchildren Perri and Braden Shockley, Amelia and Andrew Edelberg, and other family members. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 3pm on Friday, June 10 at Christ Episcopal Church, 400 San Juan Drive, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 904.285.6127. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Northeast Florida Community Hospice or Christ Episcopal Church.

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Published by Florida Times-Union on May 22, 2011.

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Andrew

December 7, 2020

I love you.

Jay & Caral Edelberg

June 2, 2011

Dee, Caral and I send our deepest sympathies to you and all your family. Keith was always the kindest and sweetest person, and we always looked forward to seeing him. The two of you have been a strong anchor for your daughters and their families. And because of that, they will help you stay strong through this time of loss. We love you, Caral and Jay

Angela

June 1, 2011

I always looked so forward to seeing "Bubbies" during his visits to California. Who will be my conservative ally in the liberal Edelberg household? Who will I share my "copper" stories with when I'm chasing bad guys in my "uni"? I will always think of you whenever I jump rope!

Until we meet again with a Manhattan in hand.

Toni Lewis

June 1, 2011

Delores, Kelly and Amy, I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Keith. I worked for him for 10 years in my younger life, and he was a very big part of my life, even up to a year ago. We still had lunch on my birthday every year. I will miss those special times, but I will see him again one day. I am praying for you!

Caral Edelberg

June 1, 2011

What wonderful memories we have of this loving, happy man. Jay, the boys and I were blessed to have been a part of this extended family and share so many wonderful times. I will miss his warmth and humor and grieve for the loss to his loved ones. God Bless each of you during this difficult time.

Lewis Truitt

May 27, 2011

Please accept my condolences. My prayers are with your family. Keith and I had many a good time playing golf and going on golfing trips when he lived in the West Point, GA area. He was a good friend and I was saddened to hear of his passing.
Lewis Truitt
Valley, AL

Willadean Davis Watts

May 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you Delores, Kelly and Amy. I really enjoyed working with Keith when he worked at Lanier Insurance in West Point and remember when Kelly and Amy were born and he was so proud.

May 26, 2011

Graves Family,
Accept my condolences to you all. My heart is very sad, he will be missed.
Love Sandy

Maria Burk

May 25, 2011

My condolences to Keith's family. I've known Keith for probably close to 20 years...he handled the insurance for several condominiums that I managed and still has my business policy today....He will be greatly missed. Sincerely, Maria Mier Burk-St. Augustine

Karen Garceau

May 24, 2011

Yesterday would have been 17 years of working by Keith's side at the company he worked at and helped get off the ground almost 30 years ago. Sometimes we fought like family, but I loved him and enjoyed the years we worked together. He always seemed to know when I was down and could make me laugh. I will miss him every day ...

I love you all,

Andrea Cawley

May 23, 2011

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sending you much love.

Anne Marie Van Wie

May 23, 2011

Dear Delores, Amy and Kelly,

It is hard to believe I have known Mr. Graves for over thirty years. I loved him. I have wonderful memories of spending time with your family. He always made us smile and laugh.

I love you all,

Anne Marie

May 23, 2011

It was my pleasure to have known you all these years. You'll be greatly missed by your family, and friends.

I Love You,
Kathleen Schmidt

Flamine Galbraith

May 23, 2011

My deepest sympathies to your family. Please know I am thinking of you and that I am here for anything you may need.

Dale Kaye

May 22, 2011

Keith twinkling blue eyes, love of life and family and sense of humor will live on through his two beautiful daughters and four amazing grandchildren. As part of the family, we know the loss you all feel; please know the love we feel for all of you.

Rebecca Hopf

May 22, 2011

My sincere sympathies to your family. I met Keith only once, at our children's (Amy and Aaron) college graduation, but I feel that I know your family through Amy. I know Keith will be dearly missed, but he leaves a wonderful legacy. You will always feel his presence. Much love, and, as Amy always says, Peace.

May 22, 2011

I LOVE you so much, Daddy.

Michelle Coe

May 22, 2011

Mrs Graves and family,

My sincere sympathy on the loss of your husband and father. Although we only just briefly met at the Atrium, it was clear that Mr. Graves was a wonderful man with a truly loving and caring family. He is in God's hands now and at peace. May your many years of memories comfort you and help see you through this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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