Chad L. Keith Obituary
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Justin
May 9, 2025
RIP Chad. It’s been over 20 years and that night will always haunt me. You really were a special guy.
May 27, 2017
This Memorial Day, as the past, you are missed and never to be forgotten. Years have past but my gratitude has only grown. Thank you!
Deb
Caroline Williams
June 27, 2015
Although I never had the privilege of meeting you, I did have the honor of placing a flag upon your headstone in Arlington National Cemetary. Call it fate that drew me to your memorial, but I believe God wanted me to lay my flag at your grave so that I could try to learn all that I could about you. I can see from the hundreds of messages from loved ones that you were an amazing friend, brother, uncle, and hero. I would like to thank you for your bravery and selfless-ness and for the ultimate sacrifice you made while protecting our country. My only regret is that I couldn't thank you in person or at least shake your hand. I wish you an eternity of peace, and please know that you will be on my mind and in my heart as a role model and a goal for me that I may one day become half of the person you were. Thank you so much Sgt. Chad Lynn Keith, God bless you, your family and friends, and America.
Justin
April 30, 2014
I think about the patrol when you were taken from us every day. That night changed my life forever. As heartbroken as I still am, I can only imagine how your family must feel. Rest In Peace Airborne you will never be forgotten.
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Nicole
April 24, 2014
I think of you often.
Tony Lingen
February 21, 2014
I miss you bro. You wouldnt believe how big Roger has gotten, we look at pictures of you quite often.
tasia
November 7, 2013
for the best uncle ever who will always be loved from a loving family and great friends
tasia rayne
November 7, 2013
you are the best uncle ever. i sleep every night with your shirt and the frog angel you gave me :) i love you uncle chad.
tasia rayne
November 7, 2013
i love you. i miss you so much and i think about you every day.
October 14, 2012
In memory of Chad Keith.
Tasia
June 20, 2012
love you
Peggy Childers
July 7, 2011
To the family and friends of Sgt. Chad L. Keith:
Please accept my remembrance of Chad on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Chad in the beginning and then.........
September 13, 2010
Peggy Childers
July 7, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Chad L. Keith:
Remembering Chad on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
July 7, 2009
To the family of Sgt. Chad L. Keith:
Chad gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
SFC Scott Kopperud
October 21, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Remember sitting in the field playing the name game.
In Memory of Chad Lynn Keith ~ (Debra Estep)
July 7, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Chad, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Del valle
July 4, 2008
today is the 4th of july and while most people are drinkin beer over a BB-Q looking at fireworks, my thoughts will be with you and the true meaning of independence day. I remember our last one, we all looked to the sky realizing the symbolizm of fireworks as the tracer rounds flew over our heads and the thunderous boom of the I.E.D.'s trembled the ground beneth us just down the road,we all thought about home and how its so much better with a beer in your hand,
and you said "At least were all saving money on fireworks this year". we laughed,its that kinda of humor that i miss the most. you'll never be forgotten buddy this holiday and your name have merged in my heart forever. my prayers go out to your family today, we all miss you . god bless.
Becky Coy
June 28, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with and we thank god everyday for brave men & women like your soldier for defending our country. We are building a wall in honor of all those who have lost their lives in Iraq & Afghanistan. It's called Wall of Heroes. If you would like more information please contact me at [email protected].
Ashley
May 28, 2008
Happy Memorial Day!
You will always be remembered!
happy memorial day, you will never be forgotten
May 27, 2008
March 26, 2008
we think about you everydaty
March 24, 2008
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Del Valle
February 2, 2008
Seems like it was only yesterday we were all in the barracks playing mortal kombat on the ps2, friends like you were the best part of the 82nd. i miss bro
Crystal Dickman
November 26, 2007
Chad, Hey Babe! I miss you so much! My life has been stressful lately but knowing you are by my side helps me get through these tough times! I still have that scar from 2000 Field Day when we were messing around and your shoe cut my knee. Funny how something so small can remind someone of so much! My thoughts and prayers and with you and yours always! Thanks for being the best friend anyone could ask for! I miss you and love you, Chad, FOREVER AND ALWAYS!!!
November 16, 2007
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Sgt Keith!
Althea B
July 26, 2007
I didn't personally know you or your family, but saw this terrible news online and felt compelled to say something! - Thank you for your service to our country and keeping me and my family safe, secure and free - You paid the ultimate price for my freedom with your life and I am forever grateful - A simple thank you seems so little at a time like this - I pray for the family and friends you left behind and hope that they can somehow find peace at this very difficult time - God Bless you and all who knew you.
Shane Warren
July 9, 2007
Airborne brotha... cant believe its been 4 years.. seems like yesterday me you and D were getn some hardees burgers at 2 in the morn.... peace bro
July 6, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Keith and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless you all!!
Gary Allain
March 4, 2007
Spc. Chad L. Keith
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Eddie Dee
January 26, 2007
we were all talking about you the other night,we all miss you lil bro.id give anything to have you back in my life these days, you were a damn good friend. much love to you and yours.
Autumn
January 21, 2007
Thank you for serving our country, you are a true Hero. I think often of you and your mom (and family too) God Bless to all,
Karen Hickman
January 14, 2007
I am so sorry for the loss of Spc. Chad L. Keith. If there are any brothers or sisters, please contact me, I am the Founder for Gold Star Siblings, Inc.
God Bless.
Shane Warren
November 14, 2006
Happy Veterans Day Bro...
Ashley Shook
November 10, 2006
I cannot find the words to express how grateful my family and I are that you put yourself in harms way to protect our country. The U.S.A. is the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave...but only because of courageous people like you. Thank you.
Happy Veterans Day!
Garnet Jenkins
July 7, 2006
Remembering this Young Hero on the anniversary of the day he gave his Life for our country.
The price this Soldier and his family paid for this country will never be forgotten... Rest well in the arms of our Precious Lord Chad L. Keith.
May God's comfort and blessings continue to be with the Keith family.
I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
Revelations 21:4
Ashley Shook
June 26, 2006
Thank you for looking out for this country. The war is still going on. That's crazy! Gone but never forgotten! Lots of love to ya!
Ashley
Keith Roads
June 25, 2006
Not a day goes by that you are not in my thoughts and prayers. You were a great friend, and you will always be remembered. I miss you brother.
Shane Warren
May 29, 2006
Happy Memorial Day bro.. still think'n of ya... peace
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
April 12, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Keith family in the loss of Chad. I did not know Chad, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten. While I was at Arlington National Cemetery I stopped by and spent time with Chad and prayed
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Jared Donahue
February 22, 2006
PSALM 91...soldiers prayer for strength read it....especially if u knew him and learned something by knowing him...still always remember the good times in the desert with him and times in our journey to Baghdad...missin u always
Mary Babich
February 17, 2006
Thank you Chad for all you have given.
david crosby
February 12, 2006
semper fi
Ann Crosby
February 12, 2006
Simon Crosby's Mom
Keith Robitaille
February 9, 2006
Truly a brave soul. Thank you for your courage and bravery.
SSG. Aaron Flynn
February 8, 2006
When we lost you we lost one of the best. Your a hardcore paratrooper.
Bill Winterkamp and family.
February 4, 2006
Thank you for your courage and love for your country. You will forever be in our hearts.
Justin Marella
February 2, 2006
Miss you bro. Youll never be forgotten.
Ashley Shook
January 31, 2006
Thanks for representing our country. I appreciate the pride and courage you fought for me. R.I.P.
Jason Royalty
November 11, 2005
A True American Hero!!!! Thanks for your Service!
Jared Donahue
August 25, 2005
some gave all, POW, MIA, KIA, u shall never be forgotten. Missin u forever man
Adam Ward
August 6, 2005
Miss you Chad
Close the windows and lock the doors, look out fayetville here we come
August 5, 2005
Shane Warren
August 3, 2005
Never forget you brotha.
Eddie Delvalle
July 22, 2005
Miss you bro.
July 22, 2005
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