Keith Sandell Lambertson

I just heard of Keith's passing and am saddened, however happy that I was privileged to have known him for a brief time. When we moved to the area in 1985, Keith invited me to play with his 'over 35' group on Thursday evenings. We played with a lot of people over the years and made a lot of friends. Dennis, John S., Woody, Ted, Bill, Mike C., Donald Ray, T. L., Bud B., Brady, Bob (principal), Fred, Dave B., Robert M. (chief), Buzz S., Jim (the dean), Larry, are some of the names I recall.

Kieth was tough, one time I took him to the hospital to get his hand sewed up when it was split open from a hard pass, he never complained or got upset. Told me to keep playing, he'd drive himself, no way I'd let him go.

The tournaments in Reno and Tahoe were a lot of fun. I believe I remember a birthday cake for his 75th at a restaurant in Tahoe at tournament time. Keith had guys coming from Minn., Florida Oregon and many other states, "unbelievable", how did he get them to fly out here? I went to his house a few times to pick out the teams for the tournaments, that was interesting.

Everyone used to say, "I hope I am still playing when I am his age", what an inspiration Keith was. I'm 65 and still playing, thank you Keith.

"Catch this pass and shoot that two hand set shot for three Keith"

God bless you and your family.

Tom Murray

Dear Sonia and family

I just found out this morning that your Father passed away. My children and I would like to send our condolances. It is never easy when we lose a parent and it must be especially difficult so close to the holidays. You are in our thoughts and prayers...Pam, Courtney, Nicholas, nathan and Brittani

Keith was a great man, I was one of many younger people that he showed in his actions how to compete and how to be. I played basketball with him for years down at "Witt" Allan Witt Park. He gave me inspiration to continue playing the sports that I love and would still be my first pick if I had the "downs". His court now is in heaven and he can fly and dunk for ever.