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1946
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2011
Keith Griggs Obituary
Dallas Center
Keith Michael Griggs, 65, of Dallas Center, entered eternal life on November 10, 2011 following a brave battle with cancer. The family will greet friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, November 14, at Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines, where a Celebration of Keith's Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 15. Committal services with military honors will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, at Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Adel.
Keith was born February 15, 1946, to Raymond and Lola Bernadine Griggs. He grew up in Grimes and graduated from Dallas Center-Grimes in 1964. Keith proudly served in the U.S. Air Force from 1966 to 1970. He worked full-time for the Iowa Air National Guard and upon retirement from the IANG, he worked for the American Legion and was a National Service Officer for the Paralyzed Veterans of America. He was a proud member of ABATE and PGR. He was also an active member of the Des Moines HOG and the Christian Motorcycle Association.
He treasured his family, especially playing with his grandchildren. Keith loved riding his Harley and spending time with his many friends and beloved dog, "Yogi".
He is survived by his daughters, Amy (Craig) Mueggenberg of Marion and Sarah (Nick) Irlmeier of Grimes; four precious grandchildren, Emily and Luke Mueggenberg and Paige and Cole Irlmeier; one niece, Heather (Eric) Nelson; and one nephew, Chad Gilleney. Keith was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Karen Gilleney.
For those desiring, memorials may be made to either: Iowa Chapter of Paralyzed Veterans of America or Van Meter American Legion Post 403 (Community Center Building Project).
His family sincerely appreciates the extraordinary care given to Keith by Doctors Deming and Westberg and their staffs.
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Memories and Condolences
for Keith Griggs
Roger Dorr
November 7, 2024
I always think of you, Keith. Always laughing and a great smile. Probably see you soon.
Zita Lovell
November 19, 2011
Keith was always a true friend. You could tell the smile on his face came from his heart. He never complained about his illness and always had positive things to say.I was glad to have run in to him on so many bike nights. I knew he throughly enjoyed riding. He is an inspiration to all.We could all learn a lesson on how he dealt with life. I will miss him. What a courageous guy you were. Ride in heaven.
Siebert Mobility
November 16, 2011
Keith was an inspiration to all who met him. He was so proud and happy to help others in need. He always put the veterans and their families first. We will truly miss you. We know he is still riding...just on another pair of wings.
Pat Stokes
November 16, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of Keiths death. My husband Bill stokes passed in Sept. of 2009 spoke highly of him. We were friends of Bill Gileney
Sara Creamer
November 15, 2011
Keith will be dearly missed by many county veteran services officers like myself for his work with ALS cases as well as many others. Ride on in heaven my friend!
Garry and Becky Kalitzki
November 15, 2011
Our heartfelt condolences to Keith's family. I will always remember Keith's smile, his humor, his whistling, and the spring in his step as he walked across the flighline. Rest in Peace, my friend.
Rick Uttley
November 14, 2011
Deepest condolences to Keith's family. He was a good friend at the 132FW, and I treasure having known him. A lot of people don't have time to smile and visit, but he always did. Happy trails partner.
Gary Golson
November 14, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Keith as an American Legion Service Department co-worker for several years. Keith always kept us in stitches and will be truly missed by all of us. I am blessed to have been able to call him my friend.
Rebecca Buch
November 14, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Keith, he will be missed by many.
Ed Cooley
November 14, 2011
Keith was a very good friend of mine. I first know Kieth at the 132nd Air National Guard. We worked together there and went around he world together. A better friend I could not have asked for.
Bruce Harger
November 14, 2011
Keith & I were the best of friends in Dallas Center High School. We spent many a night crusing the area in a red Plymouth with a push button shifter, year (?). We lost contact after hs as we each went separate ways & I left area. As you can see time & distance separated us but his friendship was forever remenbered by me. Thanks to my family for letting me know that a plesant part of my life has passed.
November 14, 2011
Keith has always been an inspiration to our family, our dearest friend, and we will all miss him so very much.
Steve and Mary Slauson and family
Elizabeth Ledvina
November 14, 2011
Keith, always did his best to the Veterans that he helped. He will be truly missed.
Patty Hamann
November 14, 2011
Keith was a wonderful person whose wealth of knowledge helping Veterans inspired us all. As a County Veterans Service Officer it was an honor to work with him. He will be missed.
Danielle McVeigh
November 14, 2011
Keith your humor and smile will be missed by all.
November 14, 2011
Keith always had a smile and a kind word for all. I remember the head Bobbie in England looking for him Keith was a very caring and giving man. Keith you are missed. Praying for your family and friends.
Warren Edenburn
Roger Dorr
November 14, 2011
Keith always made me laugh. So much fun to work with. He will be missed so much. See you again someday. Deepest sympathies to your family. Roger Dorr
Larry Beaman
November 13, 2011
Thanks for everything Keith did for me. He was always friendly and had a smile.
Mike and Linda Knight
November 13, 2011
Keith was a very special person and a great friend. He and I went to High School together and ended up working together at the Iowa Air National Guard.
We went to Japan and Korea and to say the least, he made both trips very enjoyable.
He did make a mark on this Earth and we are all better off because of him.
My wife and I send our deepest sympathies to his Family.
Steve Houp
November 13, 2011
Thinking of you -- always smilin' and whistling.
Steve Houp
David Brommel
November 13, 2011
Keith was liked by all who met him. We will cherish the memories and laughs we shared with him. Dave & Pat Brommel
Todd and Rachel Hansen
November 13, 2011
Thinking of you all. Our deepest sympathies to the family.
bernie frey
November 13, 2011
When I saw his name, I was saddened by learning of his death but at the same time I smiled to myself remembering him as having a great personality and being a true professional. He will be truely missed by all who were priviliged to know and/or work with him.
Bernie Frey
David JOhns
November 13, 2011
Keith was a good high school friend. He will be missed. David & Nancy Johns
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