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Keith Pettit Obituary

Keith M. Pettit, 31 Music Lover Keith M. Pettit, 31, of Atlanta, GA, died suddenly on November 28, 2010. Born in Darby, PA and raised in Lansdowne. He was a graduate of St. Philomena School and Monsignor Bonner High School Class of '97. He was currently employed with Brooks Range Contractors in Atlanta, GA. Keith was passionate about music and loved playing bass guitar. He was an avid Philadelphia sports fan and felt privileged to witness Roy Halladay's perfect game in Miami this past season. Survivors: He is survived by his parents Michael and Maureen (nee Waldron) Pettit of Drexel Hill, PA; his brother Staff Sgt. Andrew Pettit USMC and his wife Ashley of San Clemente, CA; also many close friends, who he considered part of his family. Service: Funeral Mass Monday December 6, 2010 10 AM Holy Cross Church, 651 E. Springfield Rd., Springfield, PA Visitation: Sunday eve after 6:30 PMand Monday morning after 9 AM O'Leary Funeral Home, 640 E. Springfield Rd., Springfield, PA Burial: Saints Peter & Paul Cemetery Contributions: Delaware County S.P.C.A., 555 Sandybank Rd., Media, PA 19063

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Published by Delaware County Daily & Sunday Times from Dec. 1 to Dec. 2, 2010.

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JoAnn Mayo

May 30, 2011

To Keith's parents,
I worked at the same location with Keith in south Florida. He was a very nice person and we miss him. We are so sorry and send our prayers and thoughts.

Lou S.

April 30, 2011

Its 11pm on Saturday April 30th and I just heard this news, a very cold chill came threw my body!!! Another dear friend passed. When he left for Atlanta we would talk once a month .Been trying to get intouch with him and had no idea .My deepest condulces to keiths family .He was a good man and will be deeply missed.My prayers are with you.

gary s

April 30, 2011

i deeply sad when i discovered keith had passed. a great friend, housemate. we shared a lot of good times & hearty laughs. i will always smile when i think of keith. so sorry for this loss.

Iyisa Gardner

April 13, 2011

Mike and Reeny,
Last night I opened my email to find this news. News which could only be silencing for a mother and father. You have been given a task a parent should never have. i feel for you two in these days and want to express the sucess that the time i spent with your son brought to my life. i am a better person for the lessons i learned through the guidance given to him by the two of you. He taught me to love myself. Through all of his challenges, it seemed that he KNEW he could count on your love. As a parent, I could only wish I have accomplished the same.
I know he will be forever missed. I send my love and hugs to the two of you.

John T, Mike C, Jimmy Mac, Keith P golf tournament to benefit Central House in Delray Beach

Mike Crist

February 3, 2011

Dear Mike, Maureen and Andrew,
My deepest condolences. I, and many others in our area are in shock as we just found out today. Keith and I met through a fellowship of friends and became golf buddies and later music buddies. He was truly a good human being who always cared for others. He often spoke of his family and said how proud he was of his brother serving his county as a US Marine in the war zone. He was missed when he moved from Pompano and he will be missed for a very long time by his friends here.
Rest in Peace, Keith.

Keith's Birthday 2009

Charlie Anderberg

December 13, 2010

Keith you will be missed!!!!

Charlie Anderberg

December 13, 2010

John Gomes

December 11, 2010

My condolences go out to the Family.Keith was a brother to me! I am still in shock over the news. I find solace in knowing there is an Angel in heaven looking down and watching after us. RIP Keith!! You are gone, but never will never be forgotten.

Stephanie Smith

December 8, 2010

Keith will truly be missed. He always had a way of making those around him feel special. He was a gentleman, with a kind soul, and a good heart. I'm so sorry to the family and loved ones that he left behind - he'll live on in our hearts endlessly. Prayers and love, Keith.

We love you Keith!!!!!!

Charles Anderberg

December 8, 2010

Adrian Paredes

December 6, 2010

Oh my so sad to hear !! Keith always made me feel part of the group! He always welcomed me with the biggest hug!! Always smiling! Hope he's still somewhere making some one feel as special as he did to me!! Love you Keith!

Victoria Heuer

December 6, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. Keith's leaving is felt by many people who loved and prayed with him. He lived his life in the best way he knew. He was always looking to learn and grow, and he always had a smile and a kind word to share. My heart is with yours.

Charlie Anderberg

December 6, 2010

Keith had one of the biggest hearts of anyone i have ever known

Charlie Anderberg

December 6, 2010

Keith was a great friend to me

Keith Houlihan

December 6, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you Pal. You will be missed.... I remember all of the late night coffee times we had. I saw so much of myself in you... Keep smiling and keep it simple my friend. Semper Fi!

Tellis Lawson

December 6, 2010

So that your family knows. I and many other men and women hear in Miami did our best to encourage and suport you in your struggles. We loved you, and we will miss you. My sincere condolunces to those you've left behind. Rock on my brother. Tellis.

anthony blackman

December 6, 2010

He will b missed!!! I played music with him once and we talked bout our common issues!!!

Charlie McShane

December 6, 2010

To The Family and Friends of Keith,
Please let me express my heartfelt condolences at your loss. Keith was a friend during his stay here in Miami. We shared many a moment talking Philly sports as I grew up in SW Philly.He played on our softball team and participated in numerous activities related to our mutual desires to become better people.Although I havn't heard from Keith in a while, his loss is still difficult to bear. Please know that my thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time.
Charlie McShane

Dave Chmielowski

December 3, 2010

My sincere condolenses to you ,Mike and Reeny. May your cherished memories of your son give you strength and comfort for your grief .
Chimmer.

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