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Keith Sowell Obituary
Passed away peacefully July 5, 2012 in his home in Woodinville, WA after a year long battle with cancer. Keith was born in Safford on Sept. 12, 1948. He graduated from Tempe High in 1966 continuing on to ASU, graduating in 1971. After college he served in the US Army until 1973. Keith married his wife, Christina, in 1978 in Scottsdale. Keith traveled and lived abroad sharing lifelong memories with his family while working as the VP of Telecommunications Int'l, New Bus. Dev. for US West. Keith enjoyed camping & spending time with family more than anything. Keith was a mentor to many people worldwide. He had an incredible sense of humor that kept everyone laughing all the time, even when he was sick. Keith is survived by his parents, Jack and Emma Jean Sowell; his wife Christina, children Shannan (Chris), Ryan (Lindsey), Kevin and Garett; brother Rick; sisters Jacque Reidhead and Marsha Johnson; grandchildren Payton, Taylor, and Shelby. A Celebration of Life bar-b-que will be held in Payson.
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Robin Freeman
July 16, 2012
Christina,
Keith was such a great leader and mentor to Paul and all the USWest international employees when we worked and lived overseas. What a great experience and time, filled with many memories that we shall always cherish. You too, provided such a vital support system to all of us spouses as we lived & managed in a foreign country. Thanks for all you've done and may Keith's memories live forever in your hearts. May God Bless you and your family during this time of loss. Regards, Robin & Paul Freeman
July 14, 2012
Christina,
It was actually January, 1979 to February, 1980, that we worked together. Sorry about that.
Mary Ellen Heisser
July 14, 2012
Christina,
You may not remember me but we worked together at DES 1979-1978. I was so sorry to hear about Keith. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God bless you and hold you in the palm of his hand as you go through this most difficult period of time. Mary Ellen Heisser
Mark and Joyce Voyles
July 10, 2012
You will be missed by all your fellow Buffaloes but one day we will have a big reunion again in Heaven. May God give peace and comfort to your family.
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