Leighton B. McKeithen Jr.

Madge and family,
I will not be able to attend the funeral, but please know that I have so many wonderful memories of your father and I cherish your writings about your family. I know your heart is heavy and I pray you will find comfort in the days ahead.

Rev. McKeithen married my mom and dad, baptized my brother and me, performed the funeral graveside service when my little brother died, participated in my grandparents' funerals, and married me and my (ex)husband. Antioch Pres. Church was fortunate to have him as an interim pastor for a short while. Rev. McKeithen was the only pastor I've ever seen quote scripture without a Bible, notes, or anything. My little brother was born with Down Syndrome, and he always referred to Rev. McKeithen as...

Reverend McKeithan was a dearly loved minister as I was growing up and a great friend of my dad's. I remember him as such a kind man and still remember some of the wisdom of his sermons. Jan (Henderson) James

Wonderful man and Minister.
Never have forgotten his sermon of hope
on the similarities of being born to entering the Kingdom.

To Edna, Mac, Madge and Danny...Thinking of you at this time. Leighton was my good friend and pastor. He will be missed by many. I am making the announcement today at the Elkin Presbyterian Church about his passing. With great love to you all..Peggy Dudley

What a remarkable Christian man who exibited Christain love where ever he went . My parents loved him Mack and Mable Beard and I am celebrating his passing into heaven but also feel the loss of his family . Bless you all , Norma Beard Carver .

A loving father to my dear friend Madge.

Edna, Harold and I treasure our memories of Leighton. Harold was so blessed to go to the Holy Land with him and mentions it often. God bless you and the family in this time of grief. Love, Jolene