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Keith D. Zumbrum

FUNERAL HOME

Kenworthy Funeral Home - Hanover

269 Frederick Street

Hanover, Pennsylvania

Keith Zumbrum Obituary

NEW OXFORD Keith David "Mutt" Zumbrum, 47, entered into God's eternal care Friday, January 2, 2015, at his home of natural causes. He was the companion of Melissa Kirk. Born February 17, 1967, in Sunbury, he was the son of Larry E. and Judith A. (Wildasin) Zumbrum. Keith was the grandson of the late Harry and Hester (Yost) Zumbrum and Raymond and Bernice (Bair) Wildasin. Mutt was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Hanover. He was an avid NASCAR fan, loved country music, loved old cars - especially his 1966 Comet, which he purchased just last year. He loved his dogs and treated them like children. Keith was a bowler when able and for a while managed the bowling alley outside of York Springs. In addition to his parents and companion, Keith is survived by his daughter, Krista M. (Kirk) Klunk, and his grandchildren, Makaelyn Jade and Vance C. Klunk, Jr., all of whom he loved very much; and his companion Melissa's other two children, Joseph and Kaitlyn Pittman, whom he loved and cared for as well. Mutt was a friend to many and if you were his friend he would stand with you through thick and thin. Following cremation, a graveside service will be held 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, January 7, 2015, at Marburg Memorial Gardens, 2510 Grandview Road, Hanover, with his pastor, the Rev. E. Robert Burkhart, officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 150 Monument Road, Suite 100, Bala Cynwyd, PA, 19004; or the American Heart Association, 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603. The Kenworthy Funeral Home, Inc., 269 Frederick Street, Hanover, has been entrusted by the family with the funeral arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.kenworthyfh.com

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Published by Evening Sun on Jan. 4, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Keith Zumbrum

35 Entries

Jeff Kleb

March 4, 2024

This is Jeff Kleb again. I made an error in the submission of my message yesterday. I listed Keith D. Zumbrum's parents as Larry and Kathy. It is Larry and JUDY. I apologize for the mistake. I was trying to do two things at once - something that's not always a good idea late at night at my age. If somebody could edit/correct my comment, I would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks! ( Rest in peace, Keith! )

Jeff "Zeke" Kleb

March 3, 2024

I am reading this memorial many years later after his death. I was not aware that he passed away at such a young age. He was one of the first people I met after moving to Hanover, PA in the fall of 1983 when I was just 18. We hung out a lot and certainly got into our share of trouble (minor mischief) back in the mid-1980s. It seemed that if there was a party somewhere, he could find it.

I was a GM guy who liked Chevys and Oldsmobiles, while he loved Fords - so we scrapped more than a few times over that. Eventually, I served in the Army Reserve and went off to college - ending up in Virginia by 1988 (but Keith was happy that my first new car was indeed a Ford Mustang GT).

He once showed me how (over a few beers) to replace the noisy wheel bearings on my old 1978 Chevette. His parents (Larry and Kathy) were always so nice too. Truly great people!

I never met his lady or his daughter, but I heard about them. I spoke with his mom and dad in the mid-2000s when I was visiting my (now deceased) mother in Spring Grove. I spent 34 years in Virginia and am now retired from short-haul trucking. My wife works for the US military as a civilian and we live in Germany until 2025........but Central PA will always hold a special place in my heart. I think of Keith every time I am in the area.

RIP, Keith!! ( Jeff Kleb - whom you always knew as "that Jewish kid" - even though I am not Jewish.)

Redhead

January 8, 2015

Thank you to everyone for your kind words about Mutt. For those of you that have known him a long time, we were together for almost 20 years and were high school sweethearts prior to that. I will miss him in my life forever. Although we were not together in the end, I always loved him since I met him in high school in the 1983. He was a great companion, friend, son, father, and grandfather. He will be missed by all. Until we see each other again, my love, watch over us all as you always did.

Meg Neiderer

January 8, 2015

My condolences to Mutt's family and friends. He was a good-hearted man who will be greatly missed. May he find great joy & comfort in Heaven.

anita

January 7, 2015

So sad to lose a great friend thu thick and thin. Many nights talking about life and just things. He loved red, his family dogs and that car he'd always leave with a noice. Friends like him are hard to find.the day i first met him he called me my family name 'nete' noone ever knew it.i told him only my grandpa called me that and my passing uncle. He said sorry. I told him dont b he can if he wants to. Always did from there on. Friends like him are hard to find but im glad to have had a friend like him.

Jody Klein

January 6, 2015

I will never forget Keith. We went to S.W. together and he grew up a street behind me. I will always remember the good times we had when the neighbor hood kids hung out. Summer times at the light post on the corner of Hirtland Ave and Merietta Ave. Keith was always a good hearted person that was always there for his friends. Prayers for his family. R.I.P dear friend.

Linda Overbaugh

January 6, 2015

Judy and Larry, Your son sounded like a very special person. So sorry to hear of your loss. Sincere sympathy to you and the family.

January 6, 2015

RIP we will miss you.

Cathy Shearer

January 5, 2015

Rest in peace dear friend!

Shirley Stremmel

January 5, 2015

RIP! U will be missed!

Cathy Shearer

January 5, 2015

Keith was a very dear friend. He stood by me and helped me through some very difficult times. He would have given you the shirt off of his back! He had a heart of gold. This is a terrible loss for everyone who knew him. I take peace in knowing he's in a better place. My condolences go out to ALL of his family. He was a good man and will be terribly missed! You were my younger brother! Rest easy Mutt!

Debra Harner

January 5, 2015

He Was A Get Friend And Also Like A Son To The Eagle Soft Ball Team Also Our Eagle Bowling Team You Will Be Miss By All Son. RIP Keith!

Debra Harner

January 5, 2015

Love You My Son You Will Be So Missed By All Sweetie!!

Jody Bering

January 5, 2015

Prayers to you in this time of sadness and sorrow.

January 5, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. We will always remember all the fun times Keith and our children had together.
George and Jane Weaver and family

ray shortt

January 5, 2015

HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND to me. if i ever needed help he would be there to do what he could. he was someone that i could open up to and share the good and bad. in my life and always said keep your head up the only "BAD part in your life is that you drive a darn CHEVROLET". he will be missed by all who knew him. those who didn't missed out on a great man.

Rick O'Donnell

January 5, 2015

Keith and I have been friends for over 20 years, the sorrow i feel for his passing is great but is nothing compared to what his family must feel, you all have my deepest sympathy in this time of loss.

Zachary Fultz

January 5, 2015

I only saw Mutt a few and i always had a good time with him.Its a shame he had to go at such a young age.RIP buddy

January 5, 2015

It was a pleasure to know such a good guy. Rest in peace Mutt...... Rick and Rhonda Schmelyun

January 5, 2015

So sorry to hear of Keith's passing. Many memories from childhood, camping at Flo-de-on. Soup and Judy, you are in my thoughts and prayers! Love, Missy (Trimmer)Smith

Ray

January 5, 2015

"MUTT" was a good man and i know if i ever needed help with something he would back me up and others he was a man that the phrase of HE WOULD GIVE THE SHIRT OFF HIS BACK was true. though the only thing he said to me was get rid of that dang CHEVROLET you need a real veichle get a "FORD". he always called me pard, and son and that meant alot to me because we joked and laughed alot! he was someone i could open up to and not be judged. to his family I'm sorry for your loss. he will be missed greatly.

Ray

January 5, 2015

he was a very upfront man he spoke his mind and didn't care. in the time i got to talk to him he opened up to me and had a good heart. i did some work for him and every time i talked to him he expressed his grattitude. He was a good man and loved his daughter and grand kids he always spoke highly of them. Everyone will miss him including myself.

Tammy Hoover

January 5, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Judy Ryon

January 4, 2015

Goodbye my dear Friend

Judy Ryon

January 4, 2015

Still cant believe Keith is gone, never forget all the good times we had. RIP my dear friend. May God Bless

January 4, 2015

So sorry to hear that "MUTT" passed away. I knew him from the York springs bowling alley he was always so happy and a nice guy to be around! so sorry to lose such a young man and dad and grandfather. prayers be with you and your family!

JoAnn Cundiff

January 4, 2015

My deepest sympathy for a terrible loss.

Greg Gobrecht

January 4, 2015

He was my friend at Baresville up thru high school at SW, so sorry to hear of his passing

Sherry Johnson

January 4, 2015

Rest in peace Mutt! You surely will be missed! Night Darlin!

christa Pliego-Cortez

January 4, 2015

Sending prayers and lots of love in this aweful time I love you all rest in peace mutt

Lynn Beachtel

January 4, 2015

So saddened to hear of the passing of my friend!!! Prayers to all that knew him!!! He will be missed but he is in a better place and we will all see him again one day!!!

Francis Sealover

January 4, 2015

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Lori Neiderer

January 4, 2015

Over the past few days the memories of my cousin have filled my mind. I'm still in disbelief you are gone from this life on earth. May you be at peace, reunited with our loved ones who have gone before us. Please know I will always love you. Forever in my heart. - Lori

Kaitlyn Kirk

January 4, 2015

I loved Mutt just like he was my father. I never grew up with a father in my life and lived with my grandmother practically all my life but during the time I lived with my mother, Melissa Kirk, he always treated me like his own child and told people I was his daughter as well. I'm very upset to see him go and I was very upset to see him go down that painful road he went down but it comforts me to know that he no longer suffers anymore. I love you, Mutt. I know you always knew that.

sarah heasley

January 4, 2015

keith and i go back many years, shared alot of fun, crazy times. those times with you i will cherish my friend. God Bless your family and friends and may you rest in peace.

sarah zinn heasley

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