John was born in Fort Howard, Maryland and lived in Vero Beach for 56 years coming from Fairfax, VA.
He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, then joined the Washington D.C. Police Department where he served until the Marine Corps called him back to duty to serve in the Vietnam War.
John later joined the Indian River County Sheriff's Department until he began his own heavy equipment business John Keys Crane Service until his retirement in 2004.
He is survived by his wife of 13 years Cindy Keys of Vero Beach, daughters Kelli Keys, Margaret McCain both of Vero Beach and Carla Seither of Mandeville, Louisiana, stepsons Joshua Young of Jacksonville and Luke Keppel of Fellsmere, stepdaughter Tiffany Beam of Sebastian.
A Celebration of Life including Military Honors will be held on Saturday November 26th 2016 at 1:00 PM at Dale Wimbrow Park 11805 Roseland Road, Roseland, Fl 32958.
Patti Radford
November 16, 2016
Sincere condolences to Maggie and the Keys family
stephanie eubanks
November 11, 2016
So sorry Cindy and kids, he was a good friend
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Artie Mayer
November 11, 2016
Sorry to hear of your passing John but the Lord needed you to be with Him, thank You for being a friend and a man of worth.
Debbie Carter
November 10, 2016
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Virginia Spears
November 10, 2016
Kelli, I'm so sorry for the loss of your father. My heart goes out to you. I watched how wonderful you were to him and he will always be so proud and shine with love as he looks down on you. Please give your mom my love as well.
Nancy Barnett
November 10, 2016
John and I want to tell you that we are so sorry but know he is being taken care of. Keep good memories in your heart. love, Mom and John
Nancy Barnett
November 10, 2016
just want to tell Cindy how much I admired John. it wasn't always like that.But within a short time he showed me what a great guy he was and I could never tell you how much I admired him. He proved himself over and over. I will miss him much. Love you Cindy
Susan Copeland-Hodges
November 10, 2016
Maggie and Kelli
I am sorry for your loss. I understand that our fathers are in a better place, but the loss is hard and the memories range from hilarious, happy, sad and in between. I have you in my prayers and wish you well during this time.
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