Photo courtesy of Thompson-Lengacher and Yoder Funeral Home - Nappanee
Bremen, Indiana
1960 - 2019
Keith A. Board, age 58, of Bremen, died peacefully at 2:33 pm, Saturday, January 12, 2019 at The Center For Hospice Care in Elkhart after a long illness. He was born July 20, 1960 in Gary to Kenneth O. and Joan (Shultz) Board.
Keith was a 1978 graduate of River Forest High School in Lake Station. He received his Bachelors Degree in Education from Ball State University in 1982 and later his Masters Degree from Indiana University. Keith taught Woods, Drafting, and Architecture for 31 years at Bremen High School. He was very proud of all of his students and their many accomplishments. On several occasions, he was chosen as Teacher of the Year by the student body at Bremen High School. Many students named him as their most influential educator, and he was the first teacher to receive the Bremen Chamber of Commerce’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
Keith was passionate about many things. He was an avid botanist, fisherman, and outdoorsman. He was an accomplished woodworker, furniture builder, and carpenter. He enjoyed photography, and had many photos used in various publications. Keith was involved in Historic Bremen, Inc., and worked with his students on the writing and publishing of a walking tour book of historic buildings in Bremen.
Surviving are his wife, Patty (Wright); son, Brandon (Anna) Board, Goshen; brothers, Kenneth R. (Sue) Board, Cedar Lake, Terry R. (Vicky) Board, Hobart; and nieces and nephews.
A private service for family will take place Wednesday, January 16, 2019. Rev. Brad Thornton will officiate. The family will then receive friends from 2-4 at Bremen Missionary Church.
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I went to Trinity Luthern school in Hobart In. With Kieth for eight years + Kindergarten.
I am so sorry to here about his death. We drifted apart after we left eighth grade he went to River Forest and I went to Hobart.
He was a good friend.
Gerald West
August 24, 2019 | Merrillville, IN | Classmate
I was so fortunate to meet Keith this past August when I was back home in Bremen, visiting my family and friends. I met Keith on FB because of his beautiful photography and in particular, the winter scenes in downtown Bremen. I just happened to walk in to the Bremen Historical Center and there he was! I am very sorry for the loss of such a kindhearted person who will be missed by so many, including myself... My heartfelt condolences to all who knew him.
Kimberly Crespo
January 18, 2019 | Modesto, CA | Friend
To the Board Family: On Facebook Keith shared with so many of us his ability to savor the beauty and joy of the present moment. His life was cut short, but his influence will endure for a long time as we live out the life lessons he taught. Look to the west!
Carol Somsel
January 17, 2019 | Bremen, IN | Friend
To the Board family: I am so sorry for your loss of such a sweet, giving, loving, intelligent human being. We've lost a giant in the field of botany. Keith's contributions have been immeasurable and his legacy will live on. He was so talented in so many fields and shared his knowledge and love everywhere he went. May he walk in peace as he explores the fields in the Great Beyond, ever searching for that elusive flower. He was a rare find.
Jan Hunter
January 15, 2019 | South Bend, IN | Friend
He was definitely one of the most influential people in my life. I will miss him dearly.
John Rowe
January 14, 2019 | Bremen, IN | Friend
I had the privilege of knowing Keith when we were students at Ball State. After school we (like people do) drifted apart but through the magic of Facebook we reconnected a number of years ago. I am especially taken by the countless glowing tributes his students and fellow educators have made about him. People don't write these for any other reason except because of the profound influence a person has made on them. So while I think this mortal coil we live in is a lesser place with the...
Jerry Elmas
January 14, 2019 | Austin, TX | Friend
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
CKT
January 14, 2019 | OH
Brandon,
Your father has been and will be an inspiration to me and many others. A true renaissance man and blessed soul.
All of the good guys are in mourning.
Our thoughts are with you.
Dan Shuppert
Dan Shuppert
January 14, 2019 | Plymouth, IN | Coworker
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