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Keith Richard Birkett
1983 - 2012
Keith Richard Birkett
1983 - 2012
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BORN
1983
DIED
2012
Keith Birkett Obituary
Suddenly on Sunday, May 20th, 2012 at the age of 29. Beloved father of Aiden. Dear son of Donna (Dave) and the late Michael Birkett. Brother of Kristina (Adam). Keith will be lovingly remembered by his niece Sophia, nephew Cameron, uncle Ed, cousin Leeah and extended family and friends. Visitation will be held at OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Friday, May 25th from 7 – 9 p.m. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, May 26th at 1:00 p.m. Interment Thornton Cemetery. Donations to a Memorial Trust Fund for Aiden would be appreciated.
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116 Entries
Mom
May 20, 2017
5 years has come and gone. We have not forgotten you for one moment. You will always be in my heart. Love and miss you my son. <3
Brianne Boyd
May 20, 2016
Rest In Parade Keith . I think about you all the time. Until we meet again ❤
Love Mom
May 20, 2016
Where has the time gone. 4 yrs and not a day goes by that I don't think about you. Aiden is growing so fast and is a mini version of you. We all miss you and will love you forever. "Light It Up"
Dianne Boyd
May 20, 2015
Keith you will always hold a special place in my heart ...I will never forget you loved you like a son
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Forever Missed but Never Forgotten
Jacklyn
May 21, 2014
2yrs has gone by so fast but it only seems like yesterday that u were taken to soon. I miss u so much Keith and will never forget u. U were such an amazing man, friend, father and son and u will live on in all of us :) I hope ur watching over ur son, he's growing so fast and misses u just as much of the rest of us. Until we meet again sweetheart :) All my love goes out to ur family, love and miss u. R.I.P. Beav xox
brianne boyd
May 20, 2014
I can't believe it's been 2 years since you passed we all miss you so much. Seeing Aiden Reminds me of you.. he looks a lot like you
krystle reece
May 20, 2014
It's been a long 2 yrs without your music, your smile and laughter and of course everything else that made you an amazing person to be around. I'll forever miss you and think of you always hope your doing well and I'll see u again <3
May 20, 2014
It has been 2 years since you left us but not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Seeing your son Aiden almost daily is a reminder that you are always close by, he looks like you, he even gives looks like you. I love you Keith R.I.P my friend love to your family love Dianne
Leeah Walsh
May 20, 2014
Love you beaver
Amber Schewaga
May 20, 2014
Beav, not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I have your picture on my fridge so I can be reminded of that heart felt smile you always had. Always loved, never forgotten.
Gale McTiernan
May 20, 2014
Donna and Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you all as it's been two years but want to truly say he is watching over all of you and is very impressed with how you keep great memories going with him.
Technology is awesome and I love every posting you all do. Thank You for helping me know him better.
xoxoxoxo
May 20, 2014
Love you Keith , think of you all the time , Hugs xo xo
Ashley Taylor
April 4, 2014
Thinking of you Keith hope your enjoy life in heaven.
Gail Welch
January 24, 2014
Keith ; great friend, always willing to talk,about anything, miss you, Gail,
December 26, 2013
thinking of you always.
November 18, 2013
Jacklyn
August 13, 2013
I wish u were stil here. I miss our talks, ur voice, ur laugh, ur smile, etc. It still hurts like it was just yesterday and I wish u didn't have to be taken so soon. U were a wonderful man, father and friend and I'll ALWAYS miss EVERYTHING about u. Until we meet again u sweet sweet face xox
August 12, 2013
We all miss you so much
Kristy Gendron
July 23, 2013
When I heard the news I was devastated... We meet online but nvr met in person but to me I felt like I knew u forever we texted all the time..I miss tht not a day goes by I don't think about u ...I regret not taking time out of my busy life to meet u,u were love by so many and I know how much ur mother and sister and aiden meet to u...u were not like others guys I met online u were special to me for 5 yrs we texted talked online, I dream about u offen I know we shared the same feelings I feel u so much I miss u with all my heart and I give anything to have a do over...I love u Keith until we meet again r.i.p my angel xo
June 12, 2013
Missing you n our talk,s on fb seeing you pick up Aiden n me picking up Sarah n our little chat,s. RIP Beaver you will allways be remembered and sadly missed. Love Sherry n the clan of Wilburs.
Raina Helmer
June 11, 2013
It is hard to Believe it has been over a year now. I know you are safe and happy with the Great Birkett men.You will be forever missed here cousin.I hold on to the memories of good times up at Grandpa's, and all the surprise encounters out and about in Oshawa LOL it was a small world to have some of the same friends.I am so happy I suggested for a big group photo of all us cousins at Katie's wedding. Now I have something to hold on to and to be proud of my family. The pain is still raw, but I know the light still goes on in your little boy. Stand over him and this family, we love you, To Aunt Donna and Kristina, love you guys Live Life to the Fullest and live everyday for him.
Cary Lockyer
June 11, 2013
Me and you made the whole city light it up.
Im going to make sure that fire never goes out.
Thank you for everything.
Always in my thoughts and heart.
Jenn Trewin
June 11, 2013
RIP Beav, you are missed so much!
joey adams
June 11, 2013
keith. its been a while...still hurts everyone.. just want u to no that i got the music game on lock..took over where u wanted it to go and put it there and im reaching every level u wanted.. fame not fortune....
Stephanie Waudby
May 21, 2013
Can't believe it's been a year. Where does the time go. Life continues on without you - although it will never be the same. Small things are a reminder of your presence everywhere. Everytime I see anything red you are right there. It was hard to read all the posts about you this weekend - you were and are so loved Beaver! I'm not around as much I'd like to be but I will still keep my promise to always love and be there for your family - as you are all my family as well! Love you bro! Until we meet again. xoxoxox
Christine Bucknall
May 19, 2013
you and your family are always in our thoughts and we always love to see Aiden.
Jim and Christine Bucknall.xxx
Ashley Taylor
May 19, 2013
Rip beav xx
Kandis Bouillon
May 17, 2013
To Keith:
I cant believe it's been a year since you left and a couple years since I've seen you. I wish I wasn't so busy the last while before you left so I could have come over and hang out like you asked me to. Always in my heart and never forgotten. xo
To Aiden:
I know your daddy is looking down on you everyday and so proud of how well you are growing up into a young man, how strong, brave and talented you are. Just remember he is always there when you need him and he's in your heart. Miss you Adien. I'm sure you don't remember me, but I still love you and wish you all the best. xo
Jacklyn
May 15, 2013
It's been almost a year since u sadly left us all. U r very much missed by each and everyone of us who knew u. When I start to miss u to much I listen to ur music so I can hear ur voice :) I miss u so much Keith, love u. Until we meet again <3
John Phillips
May 14, 2013
Gone to soon, and missed by many. You and your family are always in my thought.
May 14, 2013
Hailey Payne
December 17, 2012
Your time here was done too soon, you are missed and loved so much. You should be so proud of Aiden he's so beautiful and through him your spirit will exsist forever. sending your family lots of love And prayers.
kelly allen
November 28, 2012
Donna, sorry to hear about your loss. I had no idea...My mom was shocked! She told me to give you her condolences...I wish you the best and take care.
Kelly Allen
Hannah Brillinger
November 27, 2012
Every time I drive by your place I miss the days where I didn't have to go to school and I'd drop by and see Aiden and then we'd walk him over to school and spend the rest of the day just watching movies and hanging out before you had to go get him.... I remember us laying on the couch and you asking me if I ever missed you and I jokingly said "no never" and you just laughed.... but I definitely do miss you now :( and I wish you were here xoxox
Jacklyn MacDonald
November 26, 2012
I've already signed but I've been missing talking ta u. I've never met u in person but there were many times we wanted to, distance was just hard. U were an amazing, sweet, kind hearted, extremely loving man and I wish u were still here. U r dearly missed by many many friends, family and most definitely ur son. U were a total inspiration to so many of us and no matter where u r or wut ur doing up their u will ALWAYS live on in each and every one of us. Until we meet again may u R.I.P. Love and miss u lots, ur dear friend Shortie <3
Chandelle Bird
November 25, 2012
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Sharron nearing
November 23, 2012
I haven't signed Keith's book yet, now is a good time. Can't remember one time when you visited or at a friends etc. that you did not have a smile on your face, you always seemed to be ontop of the world.. I was not a close friend, but a friend through the family, always good times. When i heard the tragic news i was shocked and as a mother who also lost a 23 year old son suddenly, my heart poured out to your mother, as i have been there, i understand what she is going through on a daily, weekly, monthly, its called Hell.. When i see pics of your son Aiden, i see you. You remind me of my son Kyle, loved to get out and do the town, made your own music and when you both smiled it was ear to ear.. You left with memories we will not forget. To the whole family, im so sorry. A sudden death is the hardest as we are not prepared, so we never had the chance to say things or say goodbye. As your Mom said, lets hope Keith and Kyle are together talking about how much they miss their Mom's. RIP KEITH and just wanted to say i'm glad to have met you, be safe and visit your family when the time is right, they too miss you
Your friend Sharron Nearing
Gail Welch
November 23, 2012
Missing you Keith,our talks together, having a few laughs, You did not go alone, part of me went with you, my dear. all my love to you, xoxo
DORIS MERSEY
November 22, 2012
WELL- MISS SEEING YOU AROUND HERE , BUT LOOKING AT YOUR SON , MAKES ME SEE YOU KEITH , AND YOUR MOM,SAYS IT ALL, GOD BLESS , R.I.P. AND YOU LEFT GREAT MEMORIES HERE TOO ,COUSIN --DORIS
Sarah Hebert
November 22, 2012
i signed already but imma do it again to show yu the love yur missing .. we all love nd miss yu dearly Keith especially Aiden , we always talk about yu nd find our selfs laughing , yer presence was a memerable time fer sure nd will always be cherished by many im glad soo many ppl got to experience the joy of having yu in their lifes yu deff set a stone in everyones hearts ..i love yu sooooo much i wish yu were hear to continue watching our babyboy grow into this amazing man ...we miss yu tons cant wait tyll the day i can hold yu again nd see yer smile when we watch our boy together ,remember the ring yu bought me .. ill never forget yu gettin on yer kness on the path behind yer building yu had such a happy glow . memories of yu will forever nd always b cherish never fogotten
xoxox Aiden nd myself love yu tyll to the moon
Nykki Smith
November 22, 2012
Light it up babe!!! I miss u so much keith u were my world my everything you and aiden! Ill love you forever keith youll always br in my thoughts an alwys be in my heart!
Sara Lynn
July 4, 2012
Keith, I never had the chance to meet you but we use to always talk online, and you always knew how to make me laugh and smile, I really wish I had the chance to have met you, I can't believe you are gone R.I.P Never forgotten
doing what he loved, music
MOM
June 26, 2012
brianne boyd
June 12, 2012
R.I.P Keith you will be sadly missed by many friends and family its hard to believe your gone.
Gail Welch
June 5, 2012
Bev; Thank you 4 leting me into your life, Rest in Piece Bev, all my love Gail Welch, We will meet again. more stories to talk about. xoxox
Gail Welch
June 5, 2012
Keith; falling over your shoes at Jenn's house is how i met u, Just the right size 4 a hug,your the best friend;ever, we had our talks,always laughing, your other Mom. God rest your Soul, my Man.
Hannah Brillinger
May 29, 2012
omg keith seems like yesterday we were lying on the couch cuddling watching movies and playing around with the little man :( miss you so much
Ian Welsh
May 28, 2012
Beav you were a loyal friend, that had a big heart, you were a person that would have done anything for your family and friends. I'am honored to of known you rest in peace my friend.
Jacklyn MacDonald
May 26, 2012
U were an amazing friend, a wonderful Dad and just all around a great person with an awesome amount of talent. I'll always be thinking of u Beav, love u hun. U will truly missed by many, may u R.I.P
Tonya Elliott
May 26, 2012
May u Rest in Peace Keith. You were a great man and a great father. My condolences to your family.
joey mc text it adams
May 26, 2012
Keith u are a brother to me not thru blood but thru bond my son calls u uncle as urs does to me ill watch out for him like u do for me i miss u keith a lot n i still can't grasp this
Erica sharpe
May 26, 2012
Donna,Kristina,Aiden and the rest of the family.my thoughts and prayers are with you.Keith may you rest in peace.
Marylou Batson
May 25, 2012
Our Deepest condolences to your family at this difficult time.
Kelly Farrell
May 25, 2012
Since thou wast precious in mine eyes, thou hast been honourable and I have loved thee... Isaiah 43:4
Blessings, prayers, family and friends all there for you Keith... you will be remembered and loved forever.
Krystle Welling
May 25, 2012
Although I didn't know you well Keith, I remember partying with you back in the Central days. You were always so funny and had a huge smile on your face. I will remember those memories of you and chatting with you on Facebook. You were always a ladies man too! Gone but never forgotten, to the Birkett family, my thoughts are with you all during this horrible time. Please try to stay strong and remember how loved Keith was. RIP Keith aka Beaver Buzz.
Danielle T
May 25, 2012
R.I.P. Keith.... I will always remember the good times we had together. You were an amazing person and I know Aiden will grow up to be one too. You may be gone but you will never be forgotten and you will always be in my heart.
Miss you... See you one day!!!
Tasha Pounder
May 25, 2012
R.I.P Keith.. We have know each other since we were kids. I miss you so much :'( U will always be in my heart. Look down on you'r family and your son aiden. Everyone loves and misses you
May 25, 2012
To Donna and the rest of the family...sending each of you love and sympathy. My prayers and thoughts are with each of you, take care...with love from your cousin- Linda (Cosman) Clarke.
Stephanie Waudby
May 25, 2012
Beaver; you were always like a brother to me! I will always remember you and the fun times we had...... May you finally be at peace. Love you.
Justin Doucette
May 25, 2012
I sure am going to miss not seeing you in Nova Scotia at Uncle Ed's in the summers. With that being said however, I will see you again my friend!
Helen Cordy
May 25, 2012
To Donna and Family, I no not how you feel, but my heart aches for your loss, death is painful, but also reassuring that the one we loved is not suffering, may you find peace with Aiden and let Keith dreams live throught his son. God Bless Helen Cordy
Charlie Samms
May 24, 2012
To Donna and family,
Take comfort in your memories at this time of great sadness.
Larry and Charlie
Kim Pollock
May 24, 2012
My deepest and sincere condelences to Aiden, Donna and the rest of the family. May Aiden keep his memories of you close to his heart!! R.I.P.
Amanda Alldred & family
May 24, 2012
R.I.P. Beav, Our thoughts amd prayers are with you and your family. You may be gone but never forgotten
sherry wilbur
May 24, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Trish Herder
May 24, 2012
From our home to yours, my family offers our condolences. As long as you keep Keith in your hearts, he will be with you forever.
Robb M.
May 24, 2012
Rest In peace Brother, you will be missed. Your music will live on!
Joan Edgett
May 23, 2012
Donna and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Christine Bucknall
May 23, 2012
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you Donna and Family
Jim, Christine Bucknall and Family.
R B
May 23, 2012
R.I.P Man!
Ryan Martin
May 23, 2012
I will never forget you bro you will always have a place in my thoughts and heart .I remember the times as kids playing ball on burk st to the days of us all hanging out on nassau st . you made alot of people smile and laugh youll be missed by so many .Rest in peace beav your friends and family are all proud to have had you part of our lives
Hailey Payne
May 23, 2012
If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. I'll always be with you.�
Winnie the Pooh
My prayers and love to Donna, Aiden and your family.
sarah hebert
May 23, 2012
r.i.p Keith aka Beav .. Yer greatly missed nd im always thinkin of yu . its sad to know yer gone nd its gunna b hard but yur always in my thoughts nd i always can look at our Boy nd remember yu .yu gave me one of the greatest joys nd ill never forget yu or what we have shared over the years .. i love yu keith nd miss yu oh so much . promise me yull always look over me nd Aiden nd i promise to stay strong fer our boy nd keep yer memories alive..IMY ILY XOXOXO
Ashlee Forestell
May 23, 2012
R.I.P Keith our thoughts and prayers are with your family..... Gone but not forgotten
Rachel McLachlan
May 23, 2012
I am so sry about ur lose. R.I.P Keith. I feel so bad for ur family and wish that we could do more for you and ur family..
michelle leccese
May 23, 2012
Remember that your
loss is shared
by many friends and family who care
and that you're in our
thoughts and hearts
and in our every prayer
Rest In Peace Keith
Laura & Debbie
May 23, 2012
Sometime things are beyond our understanding... We send our love to you and yours in this desperate time.
Angie Poucher
May 23, 2012
Dear Donna,
I found this quote and hope it brings you some comfort.
"When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight." ~Kahlil Gibran
While this is the hardest thing in life to go through, may you eventually find peace in your memories and his love in your heart.
May 23, 2012
Please know that our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. The treasured memories that you hold of Keith (Beav) will one day help to comfort you. May he rest in peace.
The Kubela Family
Sterling Slingerland
May 23, 2012
Rest in peace Keith. Forever in our hearts.
Janet, Steve & Kelsey
May 23, 2012
Our hearts go out to Donna and her family. May you rest in peace Keith.
Leigha Farrell
May 23, 2012
I will always be thinking of you keith and you will always have a special part of my heart for what we shared. I will never forget you but I will miss you. my prayers are with you all.
Sarah Monckton
May 23, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to Donna Aiden and Tina. Keith was a nice person and was a loving father to Aiden. Keith will be missed but never forgotten. R.I.P. Beav
Vera Short
May 23, 2012
R.I.P Beav, our prayers and thoughts are with your family as they deal with your loss. George and Vera Cheeseman
Shirley & George Cosman
May 23, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to Donna and family for your loss. Our thoughts are with you in your deepest sorrow. Wish we could be there to help and comfort you. Love Aunt Shirley & Uncle George xxoo
Gladys Wilson
May 23, 2012
May Keith rest in Peace; My Prayer and Condolences go out to his family
Sarah Buffet
May 22, 2012
Rest in peace, Keith. My heart goes out to the Birkett family. May you find the strength to get through this tragic time.
Sarah Rogerson
May 22, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
May 22, 2012
May you remember all the fun times, good times and even some bad times that you all had. May God be with you all at this sorrowful time. Keith, you had the most beautiful eyes...i remember those eyes so many years ago. Love to you, Donna, my friend, and Tina and Aiden and rest of family and friends...Sharon, Jennifer, Jahvon and Frank
Amanda and Ron Mohr
May 22, 2012
May the Lord comfort and carry you all in this time of sorrow! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Julie Edwards
May 22, 2012
My deepest condolences from the bottom of my heart to his loved ones and friends. Rest in peace Keith....
<3
Kate
May 22, 2012
Brooke Miller
May 22, 2012
Words can't even express how much you will be missed, I'm so happy to have so many wonderful memories of you. And I'm so thankful our children have grown together just as you and chris have. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. R.I.P beav I will always remember all the good times and never forget you buddy. Love you always and forever
Dianne Boyd
May 22, 2012
Keith you left us way to early my heart goes out to your son, mother and sister you were an amazing young man and a great father and I loved you like a son you looked out for me and my children you will be missed by many R.I.P
Jacqui Martin
May 22, 2012
My deepest condolences to Donna, Tina & Aiden and Keith's entire extended family & friends. Remember all the good times and treasure them always!! May you rest in peace Keith!
tanya hurlburt
May 22, 2012
Rest In Peace Keith You Will Be Loved And Missed Everday You Were A Great Guy Who Had A Huge Heart And Had Many Friends Who Cared About You All Of Our Thoughts And Prayers Go Out To Your Family <3
Brian Boyd
May 22, 2012
LOVE YA BEAV, MY BROTHER ! MAY YOU REST IN PEACE, YOU WERE LIKE AN OLDER BROTHER TO ME. I'LL MISS YOU FOR EVER!!!!!! I HAVE NO BASKETBALL PARTNER WITHOUT YOU! GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN
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