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1972
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Keith Lovelady Obituary
November 5, 1972 - August 9, 2018
The Lovelady family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of their beloved Son, Father, Husband, Brother and Friend on August 9, 2018. Keith was born in Modesto, Ca to Fran & Jerry Lovelady. Born & raised in Modesto, Keith was known and loved by so many people. At age 13, Keith started to learn the family business by washing cars and doing cleanup work during summer breaks from school. After graduating from Downey High School in 1990 Keith began his full time career in learning the trade. In 2008 he proudly became President of the Company. Working alongside his sister, Kelli, they managed to continue the 46 year old business with the same quality and integrity that was instilled in them by their parents and grandparents before them. Keith loved all his employees whom he considered his family, all the business associates, and the thousands of community customers he serviced. Kelli and the staff at Lovelady's will continuing to maintain the company and honor Keith's passion of running a quality Family owned & operated business. Keith enjoyed dirt bike riding, camping, fishing, days at the lake boating and hanging out with friends. But his greatest love was for his children, Paeton & Zachary. He was active in all of their school activities and sports. Keith had a love for Baseball & Football and it showed thru the pride he took in watching his son play. He coached little league baseball and was always so generous with his time and donations to Bel Passi and Enochs High School. Keith is survived by his parents Jerry & Fran Lovelady, wife, Tisha Lovelady (their child together, Tank), daughter Paeton Lovelady, son Zachary Lovelady, and two step children Nicole Bailey & Benjamin Escoto. Sister Kelli Bergstrom (Brian) and his 8 Nieces and Nephews. He was preceded in death by his Grandparents Laurence & Verniece Lovelady and Kenneth & Lavern Gentry and the mother of his children Deanna Lovelady.
Keith was a man of faith and may he rest in peace in his eternal home with his loving Father God. Funeral service will be held at Lakewood Funeral Home 900 Santa Fe Ave in Hughson Saturday August 18, 2018 at 12:00pm. Reception following at Big Valley Grace Church 4040 Tully Road Modesto.
In lieu of flowers please donate to Plant a seed Foundation PO BOX 1039 Modesto, CA 95353
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Memories and Condolences
for Keith Lovelady
Joey Wright
August 23, 2018
Dear Jerry, Fran and Kelli:
My heart is broken for your loss. I really wish that I knew what to say... its hard to find the right words. Keith knew the Lord and he is home and we will see him again. All our love and prayers, from my family to yours.
Your friend,
Debi Silva-Williams
August 18, 2018
Dear Jerry, Fran, Kelli and the rest of the family. I didn't know Keith. I know Jerry, Fran and Kelli, Lawrence and Vernice. I knew the type of people they are and so I feel that I know Keith. He must have been one fun loving and caring man. I attended the service today and the slide show showed that I was right. I'm sorry that I didn't get to meet him.May all of you find comfort in your friendship and love from him.
John & Shellie Verissimo
August 18, 2018
We are shocked and saddened to hear of Keith's passing....he was a great guy! Our sincere condolences and heart go out to Keith's wife, children, family, Jerry & Fran. Your Choice Catering.
Jennifer Del Nero Coutts
August 18, 2018
Jerry, Fran and Kelli,
I'm so sorry to hear of Keith's passing. Wishing you peace and strength at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Nicki Cartwright
August 16, 2018
The angels looked down from heaven one night.
They searched for miles afar,
And deep within the distance
They could see a shining star.
They knew that very instant
That the star was theirs to gain,
So they took you up to heaven,
Forever to remain.
Look down on us from heaven.
Keep us free from hurt and pain.
You'll always be within my heart
Until we meet again.
You will be missed Keith Lovelady!!
Ronald Champion
August 16, 2018
Our hearts and prayers are with the Lovelady family. It was an honor to treat Keith and Deanna's children. We will forever be grateful for having known him. God Bless to Deanna and the children.
Tracy De La Mora
August 16, 2018
Kelly, John and I were so sad to hear about this; we are sending you and your family a big hug.
Rex Williams
August 16, 2018
Truly sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the whole Lovelady family. Rex Williams
Candy Ballard
August 16, 2018
Dearest Lovelady family,
I have been praying and will continue to pray for God's peace to flow through you all. Keith was such a good guy....son, brother, husband, father and friend to so many. He will definitely be missed and never be forgotten.
Bubba Bellington
August 15, 2018
Deepest condolences to the Loveldy's,as they work through this tragic time.
Carol Manson
August 15, 2018
Lovelady family, I am so sorry to hear of Keith's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May your happy memories carry you through this hard time. ❤
Don Ballard
August 15, 2018
As I sit here and read all of these posts on here all I can do is tear up . Keith and I had some very good times together . I think of Keith as my brother and will miss him dearly . Jerry , Fran , kelli , Tish,Zach and Paeton I want you to know that our family the whole group of friends love you guys and have been praying that there will be a great peace in knowing that Keith is with our lord face to face right now . Keith I love you bro !
Kirk Miller
August 15, 2018
Keith was my friend and I miss him. But, I know he lives on for eternity in a place of pure love. I know I will see him again one day. I know that family and loved ones can be together forever
Rebecca Bean
August 15, 2018
Bobby and I are very saddened to hear about Keith. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kirk Miller
August 15, 2018
Keith was my friend, and I am so saddened to know he is gone from us. But, I also believe that we will meet again in our eternal lives. Heaven is a place of pure love, and I know that the love we feel in our hearts will also continue for all eternity. Families can be together forever.
Denise Wood
August 15, 2018
I am horribly saddened for the whole Ladylady family and his friends loss and I pray for Paeton and Zach!
Curt and Cindy Lingel
August 15, 2018
Our hearts are broken and we are sending our hugs and prayers to Jerry, Fran and family. We were so blessed to have known Keith ~ he will forever be in our hearts and memories.
Roy and Rhonda Lyon
August 15, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Fran and Jerry and your whole family. We love you may God bless you.
Larry & Helen Durham
August 15, 2018
We are very sorry to learn of Keith's passing.
As with our children we watched Keith grow up in the body shop industry from a very young age
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may God bless your family and help you through this very difficult time
Mardi Courtright and Family
August 15, 2018
Prayers and Love to the you and your family. Keith was a great man and will truly forever be missed. if you need anything at all we are here for you.
Betty Vowell
August 15, 2018
Dear Jerry and Fran and family you have my thoughts , love , and prayers , R I P Keith .
Teresa Johnston (Junus)
August 15, 2018
Another Soul gone you will be missed
Teresa Johnston (Junus)
August 15, 2018
another good Soul gone you will be missed
Cindy Quigley-Espinoza
August 14, 2018
I'm so sorry to hear of this tragic loss. I attended elementary, Jr. High & high school with Keith. He was fun, loving & very caring to all who came in contact with him and I have many great & funny memories of him. I pray that God gives you the comfort & peace as you go through this very difficult time.
Jon and Susi McFarland
August 14, 2018
We are deeply saddened by the news of Keith's passing. We shared some good times with Keith and family. We wish the greatest of condolences to his family and friends, and we know that Keith rejoices in the beauty of eternal life.
Lakewood Funeral Home
August 15, 2018
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Dori Cunliffe
August 14, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Prayers to your family from ours.
Mary Ellen Geary
August 14, 2018
Dear Jerry, Fran, and Kelli,
We can't begin to imagine the pain and heartbreak that your family must be feeling right now. Please know that you're in our thoughts and in our prayers during this very difficult time. May the love and support of friends and family and the sweet memories of Keith help you in your grief. We're so very sorry for your loss.
Deepest condolences,
Mary Ellen and Mike Geary
Jerry Jackson
August 13, 2018
I had the pleasure of having Keith as a student at Sonoma School. He was well liked by his classmates and a positive part of our school. I later had the chance to have his shop do work for me. His was always a very helpful person. I always recommended his shop. We have all suffered a great loss. My the Lord comfort his family. He will be missed.
Randy and Patti McGee
August 13, 2018
We are so sorry to hear about Keith, I can't even imagine what you all are going through. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Chris and Kristin Reza
August 12, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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