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Keith Alberding Obituary

LAWRENCE-Alberding, Keith 67, died Friday, March 18, 2016, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 5, 1948 in Wichita, KS to Roy and Margaret Good Alberding. He graduated from Hardtner High School, Southwestern College of Winfield, KS, St. Paul's School of Theology, KC, MO with a Masters of Divinity and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Washburn University. He was a Methodist minister from 1975 through 1990 and later worked as an RN for 27 years at Lawrence Memorial Hospital including 17 years as an emergency room nurse. He was an accomplished musician and spent over 30 years as vocalist and banjo player in the band Bluestem. He is survived by his wife, Judi (Leaming-Branine) of Lawrence; previous wife, Deborah "Mickie" Voelzke; daughters, Korrin Alberding (Adrian Proctor), and granddaughter, Parker of Lawrence; daughter, Lindsey Tucker (Jaime Tucker Broomall) and granddaughters, Aurora and Luna of Seattle, WA; brother, Bruce of Logan, KS; sister, Gayle Jackson (Tom) of North Newton, KS; and nephews, Brett Jackson of KC, KS and Nick Jackson of Marshall, MO. Survivors also include stepdaughter, Tina Branine-Bender (Chad) of Olathe, KS and stepson, Goeff Branine (Robin); grandchildren, Braden and Ashley of Louisburg, KS. A Celebration of Life will be held 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 2, 2016, at Midnight Farm, 2084 N. 600th Rd., Baldwin, KS. Memorials may be directed to Midnight Farm at the above address. Midnight Farm strives to make a difference in lives of adults and children with special needs. Stories and condolences may be shared on Keith's Facebook page.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Mar. 27, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Keith Alberding

24 Entries

April 18, 2016

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

Dons Larson

April 1, 2016

Was blessed to have known and worked with Keith he will be missed

Dona Larson

April 1, 2016

I was blessed to have worked with Keith the 15 some odd years . He had such gentle spirt, made me laugh and always made the patients at ease. Rip

Alice & Virgil Rhodes

March 29, 2016

We extend our deepest sympathies to Keith's wife Judy & his family.
We were so saddened to hear of Keith's passing. He was a gentle man.

Alice & Virgil Rhodes

March 29, 2016

We were very saddened to hear of Keith's passing.
We have many good memories of times spent with Keith and the group Bluestem at the WVF and other events.
Our "world" lost a good and decent man.

Gail Courtwright

March 28, 2016

I thoroughly enjoyed all of the many times I listened to Keith perform with Blue Stem. What a great talent. What a great person! RIP, Keith. We will miss you.

March 28, 2016

Keith cared for my wife in the ER as well as knowing him through work at LMH. He had a great impact on staff and physicians there and set a tone of calming peace in hectic times. A very good man who contributed His love to those with whom he interacted. Peace to all in his family.
Robert Trepinski

Jeri Warren Davis

March 26, 2016

I was so sorry and shocked to hear of Keith's passing. He was a good friend and more during my Freshman year at Southwestern College in 1970. I remember the beautiful voice and the talent he displayed with 12 string guitar and could woo any young woman. After Keith graduated from Southwestern College he went on to Seminary school and we lost track of each other. I left Southwestern in 1972 transferring to Oklahoma State University to finish my college and later married my husband of nearly 40 years this year. Many years later ran into Keith at the Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, KS around 1996 when he was singing with Bluestem. Keith still had the charm and talent that would capture any audience. My favorite memory were two songs he sang so well "Celebrate" and "Lord I what to know you". My prayers and thoughts are with his family, children, grandchildren, and now wife Judy. Keith was a spiritual man and will always remember what he would always say to me when I would worry about life was "there is no security in life except God". I know Keith will be in good hands and he loved people. Prayers for the family that will miss him and the people who will miss him as well with his love and generosity to all. Rest in Peace Keith!

Walt Haworth

March 26, 2016

Keith was a good friend during my years in Lawrence. I hadn't seen him in many years. My condolences to his family. He will be missed.

March 25, 2016

Thank You to everyone who has signed the guest book. Your words are truly comforting. Judi Alberding

Jane Laughlin

March 25, 2016

I'm so very sorry to hear of Keith's passing. I always looked forward to seeing him at the Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield. His sweet smile and warm hug always made my day, I'll miss him. My sincere sympathy to his wife and family. Jane, Hostess for the WVF

Trina Langston

March 25, 2016

Keith's amazing sense of calmness and true caring of my mom in the ER so many times was above and beyond the job description. He would always say hello and always had a smile on his face no matter what the situation. He will be very sadly missed especially at LMH Emergency room. So sorry for your loss.

Lucinda

March 25, 2016

Korrin,Lindsey and Family- Im so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your forever memories. He was a true angel.

Brad Bennett

March 24, 2016

RIP Keith... So sorry Judy, he was a great guy.

Cheryl Reitmeyer

March 24, 2016

It's been a few years since the last time I ran into Keith. His smile was always infectious and he had such a warm spirit. He performed the wedding ceremony for my 2nd marriage (and played his guitar and shared a song during the wedding). He was pastor at Grinter Chapel UMC when my 2nd daughter was born and performed her confirmation. I have fond memories of Keith and wish I had stayed in touch better. Condolences to his family. God Bless!

LaDonna Hamner-Gilbert

March 24, 2016

Keith was a wonderful mentor to my teen age girls back about 1975 when he was pastor of Grinter United Methodist Church, KCK. He was such a good leader for all the young people at Grinter and the other members. He showed us all that guitar music could be included in Sunday morning worship .... and it was good.

Shelly McNaughton

March 24, 2016

He was my care group leader at Institute at Baker University and a sponsor on our youth trip to NY and DC. A beautiful soul and quite patient with a bunch of kids. Well done, faith servant.

March 24, 2016

forgot so sign my entry....Keith as a shining light....Gloria Throne

Krista Smith, RN (former LMH RN)

March 23, 2016

Keith was a great co-worker. His calming demeanor put all at ease. He kept staff laughing, and his musical talent was so appreciated. Knowing him, he is probably keeping those above laughing and sining.

Rita Lindsey

March 23, 2016

My condolences to Keith's family and friends. He will be greatly missed at LMH, and everywhere.
Rita L, RN LMH

Dalenette (Dale) Voigt-Catlin (Creamer)

March 23, 2016

Keith was such a special blessing to all who were fortunate enough to know him. The word "Joy" comes to mind as how I know him.

Randi

March 23, 2016

He was kind to my elderly mother when we brought her to LMH ER and we appreciated that so much. A caring man.

March 23, 2016

Keith was family, we loved him. Marvin and Kathy Pine

March 23, 2016

I seemed to me that Keith was LIGHT to all he met....Resting in Peace is not something I can imagine Keith doing -- he is a shining, banjo playing, singing star now.

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