1960
2013
McBee, Keith L.
Keith Lewis McBee, 52, Schofield, passed away unexpectedly Friday, May 31, 2013 at his home.
He was born October 12, 1960, in West Virginia to Dr. James L. McBee Jr. and Jean Bush. He graduated high school at age sixteen and earned his Master's Degree at the University of West Virginia. Keith moved to Wausau in 1983 and began working as an Associate Professor of Accounting at the UW-Marathon County where he remained employed until his death. He also owned his own tax preparation business.
Keith enjoyed spending time with his children by playing games, going on road trips, and having family breakfasts. He was well known in the community and had friends everywhere he went. Keith loved teaching and had a very good relationship with his students and co-workers, many times treating them as if they were family.
Keith will be missed by many, but the greatest loss will be felt by his children who resided with him at the time of his passing. They will never forget his boisterous personality, unconditional support, bad cooking, nonstop singing, and most of all, his overwhelming love.
He was preceded in death by his mother.
Survivors include his father Dr. James L. McBee Jr., his sister Debra (Daniel) McBee-Eagle, Fresno, CA, and his children: Cole McBee, 20, Amber McBee, 19, Cassidy McBee, 18, Sydney McBee, 15, and Brooke McBee, 10, Schofield.
Other survivors include the Bradford, Fochs, Feit, McBee-Eagle, Llewellyn and McBee families who will miss him dearly.
A service celebrating Keith's life will be held June 10, 2013, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the UW-Center for Civic Engagement at Stewart & 7th Avenue, Wausau, WI. Brainard Funeral Home, Wausau is assisting the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to aid Keith's children's future would be appreciated. Cole McBee will foresee the memorial fund. Contributions can be sent to Brainard Funeral Home, c/o Cole McBee, 522 Adams Street, Wausau, WI 54403.
Condolences may be given at www.brainardfuneral.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
I am extremely sad to learn of Keith's passing. He had a long lasting impact on my life and we stayed in touch over the years. This may sound naive, but I just expected he'd always be around. My deepest sympathy to his children, family and those who have been close to him over the years. Rest in peace my friend, you will never be forgotten.
Lori Wegner, UWMC '90-'91
October 13, 2013
I didn't know you well, but what I know of your children tells me you were a good man. You raised kids with character and unending love. Thank you.
KP Riley
August 3, 2013
Rest in peace professer! You will be truley missed. God bless the children
penny zezulka
June 14, 2013
I echo the sentiments of the other past students; he was one of my favorite professors and helped pave the way to me earning my degrees and many others as well. He will truly be missed and I regret not visiting with him more often. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Daniel Catlin UWMC '97~'99
June 10, 2013
I am very sad to hear this news. Keith was one of the professors that I remember vividly. I always appreciated his patience and all the extra effort he put in to allow his students the best education possible. I send my deepest sympathies to Keith's family.
Kristina Wolf-Reich UWMC '97-'99
June 10, 2013
There are only a few instructors from my years in college that truly stood out and made a lasting impression. Certainly Keith was one of them. I am stunned and saddened to hear of his passing but also happy to have known him.
June 8, 2013
Keith-you will be greatly missed as a father-son-in law-and goodfriend. Your passing came way way too soon.
Bud and Bev.
June 8, 2013
What a tremendous loss. All my thoughts and prayers to the family. Even though he went way too soon, he didn't waste a moment of his life. That's evidenced in the lives he touched and the friends he made. Thank you for being an inspiration Professor McBee. God Bless.
Carla (Guss) Hawley
June 7, 2013
My sympathies to the family of Keith. He was my first accounting instructor in college and I one of his first students in 1983. May his family find strength in knowing that his legacy and spirit lives on through his students and his children and may God comfort you in this time of need. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Randy Dunst UWMC 1983 - 1985
Randy Dunst
June 7, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss, he was a great teacher when he covered our class in Marshfield. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.
Denise Riehle
Denise Riehle
June 7, 2013
Our sympathies and prayers to the kids. We are so sorry for your loss. May God help you all find the strength to make it through these difficult times ahead. God bless you all.
Karen Oasen
June 6, 2013
Such a loss. As a professor he made sure our classes were never dull-he truly loved his family and his job. He will be greatly missed.
Jennifer Burish
June 6, 2013
This is truly sad news for the family and all the people who he taught at the university. I can remember having Keith as an instructor and he was great! He helped me in every way possible by making it tough and always fair! My prayers to the family for sure.
Keith Koszarek
June 6, 2013
Talking to Keith almost nightly at the university we shared alot of laughs and also some deep conversations.No matter how busy Keith was he would always stop and say Hi .Such a proud Papa always talking about our kids because i have 5 children also.This loving caring individual will be truly missed at the university and in the community. Helen mead
June 6, 2013
Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results
Funeral services provided by:
Brainard Funeral Home and Cremation Center - Wausau Chapel522 Adams St, Wausau, WI 54403
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreSponsored