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Keith William Lichty
1935 - 2020
Keith William Lichty
1935 - 2020
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BORN
1935
DIED
2020
Keith Lichty Obituary
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Mark Turner
January 20, 2024
Keith sold me the engagement ring that I bought for Marie and he led us through pre-marital counselling when he was an elder at Calvary Church on Scott Street. A truly Bible believing and godly man.
Michael & Leslie Maddalena
November 13, 2020
The first time I met Keith was when my mother took me into his store to buy me a high school graduation watch. That was 1978. I still wear that watch, and I have always gone to Keith for gifts of all kinds for my family. I work downtown and I will truly miss his smile, his handshake, and the security of knowing that I was dealing with an honest and faithful gentleman. I went into the store today for the first time in a while, only to learn of Keith's passing. It became a sad day. My sincerest condolences to his family. God rest his soul, and provide each of you with the comfort of your memories.
Nadine Hammerton (nee Friesen)
September 19, 2020
Sorry to hear of Keith's passing. His legacy will live on in so many ways.
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Brian Friesen
September 16, 2020
Our condolences to Elaine, Keith, Kathy and Kerry on the passing of your husband and father. Keith Sr always had a smile on his face and was a sincere and encouraging gentleman. He was also a very good hockey player what I remember. A strong Christian leader in the church he attended and in the business world. Sad to hear he has passed but heaven has gained a passionate servant. Brian and Janet Friesen
Douglas Low
September 15, 2020
Condolences to Elaine, Keith, Kathy and Kerry and families in the passing of Keith Sr. Fond memories of your Dad, your family and my childhood friends from Calvary Church days. Love to you all, Doug and Mary Low.
Lee & Shelley Winger
September 15, 2020
We want to extend our sympathy to Elaine and all of the Lichty family. Keith was always such a great encourager, and a great example to us all. Soft spoken, warm hearted and solid as a rock. We know he will be greatly missed at the Church, in the community, and especially by your family.
Lee & Shelley Winger
Darrin Bousfield
September 13, 2020
Sincere condolences to the family. My mother used to work for the store, and he was always so kind and friendly to me when i visited. A truly nice man. RIP
Dan & Joyce Ryckman
September 13, 2020
We would dearly love to visit today as Keith was a dear mentor and youth leader. We miss him and pass on our condolences to the whole family. Love from our whole family. Dan
Dan & Joyce Ryckman
September 13, 2020
We would dearly love to visit today as Keith was a dear mentor and youth leader. We miss him and pass on our condolences to the whole family. Love from our whole family. Dan
Bob & Mary Beth
September 13, 2020
We were sorry to hear of Keith's passing. He will be missed by many people; his kindness to the downtown population and to his friends, was a hallmark.
Elaine and family, our condolences to each of you.
Bob and Mary Beth
Joanne Nolte
September 12, 2020
To the entire, extended wonderful Lichty family, my heart goes out to you all for this heavy loss. Reading the condolences about Keith Sr., and mindful not to be redundant of the growing list of awesome attributes, (some 30+ adjectives describing his amazing character!), I just want to send you my heartfelt wishes for comfort and strength. I will, as you will, always cherish the happy memories. A good guy, gone, but never forgotten, I smile when I think of him! Although we were connected for only a brief time in my life, he is straight up, one of my all-time favourite people!
Love ❤ Jo (nee Drake) & Volker Nolte * picture from a surprise visit in 2014!
Marilyn Mooibroek
September 12, 2020
To Kerry and the Lichty family ..We are truly sorry to hear about your loss..Our prayers and sincerest condolences. .Marilyn Mooibroek (Drake. Jo's sis) and Maynard Mooibroek
Bill and Tena Horne
September 12, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. We will always remember his helping hands as our jeweller and friend.
George Warkentin
September 10, 2020
Keith was one of those special people that has Blessed and enriched our life for more than 50 years. Keith's life was filled with a rich enjoyment of family, work, a love for hockey, golf, and friends. On many occasions a visit to Williams Jewelers would make Christmas and birthdays a happy occasion for my dear wife. A faithful servant of our Lord; Keith ministered to others with kindness, an easy smile and a soft word. Until his health failed he ministered as Chairman of the Board of Glenridge Bible Church, his leadership style was one of encouragement, strength, and an unfailing commitment to the ministry he loved so dearly. Keith was a firm but loving example to all that had the privilege of serving under his leadership. To Elaine and her dear family we thank you for sharing your husband, father and grandfather with us as a family of believers, God Bless you all. Till we meet again in Glory. Blessing, Donna and George Warkentin
Guy and Lois Demers
September 10, 2020
Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to Elaine and the family. For many years, Keith was a client and we were his. Keith... always a gentleman and a stand-up guy. Quite the athlete too.
Jim and Elizabeth Church
September 10, 2020
Was so sorry to read about Keith’s passing . What a great person he was. Jim bought my engagement ring from Keith in 1968 and we always went back to usually repair my jewellery. Keith would almost laugh and asked what needed fixing this time. Deepest Sympathy he will certainly be missed not standing behind the counter at William’s Jewellery.
Ged and Ange Leahy
September 10, 2020
Truly saddened to read of Keith’s passing, a true gentleman and honourable citizen of St. Catharines. Rest In Peace Keith, and God Bless your family.
Art Rees
September 10, 2020
Dear Elaine and family, from delivering your newspaper at 11 years of age to Elaine and Keith assisting in the baptism of my wife Julie and I at Calvary Church to buying jewelry at Williams we have known each other for a long time. Keith was a good friend. He truly showed the fruits of the spirit. We will meet again! We pray that you will experience the comfort of our Lord at this time.
Rev. Aaron and Debbie LeGrow
September 9, 2020
Keith was a wonderful man...always encouraging me in and out of ministry. You will be missed. We pray for the extended family and send our condolences.
Ron and Anne Wickens
September 9, 2020
Keith will be dearly missed. He lived out his faith as he walked this life's journey. His heart was for God's people and he was always "checking in" on people to encourage and pray with them.
He was a friend and a mentor and his counsel was always appreciated.
We are grateful for his many years of faithful service and leadership at Glenridge Bible Church and his wonderful support for Calvary Christian School.
In all that he did he would only want to give honour and glory to his Heavenly Father and his Saviour.
Well done good and faithful servant!
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His faithful servant. Psalm116:15.
Our sincere sympathy to Elaine,family and friends and we pray that God will give you comfort and strength in the days ahead.
Love,
Ron and Anne Wickens
Shari
September 9, 2020
I would like to express my condolences to the family - Keith and Kerry - I am so sorry for the loss of your father he was such a nice man and always so happy!!!
Shari - POSO/Desjardins Credit Union
Gary Allen
September 9, 2020
Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Awesome guy had many laughs back in the day. RIP Keith
Ian Leaver
September 9, 2020
A great loss, however heaven's gain. We are praying and love you, Elaine and family.
Joe Steinman
September 9, 2020
Dear Elaine and Family: Penny and I express our heart felt condolences to you upon the news of Keith’s passing. He was truly a wonderful, kind, generous and caring person. Over the years he has touched the lives of so many people ,in so many walks of life ,in so many ways. He will be sorely missed. He was truly a Great Man. God bless you all. Kindest regards, Joe and Penny Steinman
Dale Pedroso
September 9, 2020
Sorry for your loss. I was a patron of the store for 20 years.
Rod Vriens
September 9, 2020
Oh my gosh, there are so many things one could say about Keith. I visited him frequently at his jewellery store and he was always so kind me and all his customers. He will be missed greatly by so many of his local patrons. Rest In Peace Keith, you will be dearly missed.
Nancy Warren
September 9, 2020
We offer our deepest sympathies to Elaine and all the kids and their families. I will truly miss Keith, as I have dealt with him since I was 14 years old. I worked next store when I was with Laura Secord on St. Paul Street. Back then we didn't have store phones, etc....Keith always would keep watch as I was young school girl working alone many shifts. Over the years....have met his wonderful family. And yes.....I would say I have purchased ALOT of jewellery pieces from him.....he loved to offer a deal I couldn't refuse. I will miss him from the heart. Even recently got to see him enjoying one of my chocolate bars!!!!
Rita N Makubuya
September 9, 2020
Keith was a beautiful human being who loved and cared much about people.He was a die hard supporter of Niagara Life Centre ministry work and a good friend who always offered much encouragement to me as a leader of NLC. Rest in peace, my friend. I will miss my visits with you at William's Jewellers!Well done good and faithful servant. Forever with Jesus
Sandra
September 9, 2020
Keith,thank you for loving Philip and I.You were a great friend !
Toni Goodliff
September 9, 2020
Keith was a true servant of the lord and one of the founding fathers of Glenridge Bible Church! He will be truly missed by many whose lives he has touched.
Dorothy Witusik
September 9, 2020
We met Keith when he came to our home to fix our grandfather clock. What a nice, polite, honest man he was. It was a pleasure doing business with him. I only wish we had met him a long time ago. Our deepest condolences to his whole family at this sad, sad time.
Mike and Dorothy
Carol/Ernie Seeger
September 9, 2020
Keith was such a gentle soul. We were blessed to have known him as a Christian brother. Anyone who met him knew of his love of the Lord and his family.He was loved by so many. He will be missed .
Jane Hanna
September 9, 2020
My sincerest sympathies to entire Lichty family I had a special bond with Keith,Elaine , Keith Jr , Kathy and Kerry due to long friendship that started on Cumberland Bay at the Turcotte cottage 40 years ago He was a very special man and I will always think of him fondly My thoughts and prayers are with you Sincerely Jane
Krista M.
September 9, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss. Mr. Lichty was always such a cheerful presence on James Street and he took good care of all of his customers - old school service with a smile. He will be greatly missed by many. Sending his family and loved ones much sympathy.
Terence Fowler
September 9, 2020
Keith understood the first fundamental of business; relationships with people. His kind demeanor, smile and congenial manner will be missed by all. From now on, every snowfall will bring memories of his tireless shoveling in front of MY business. What a guy! Now enjoy your peace, friend.
Trish Crawford & Jacques Beaudoin
September 9, 2020
Our most sincere sympathies to Kathy, Kerry and the extended family.
Gloria n Wally Kollman
September 9, 2020
Keith was a Special,much loved brother.He will be dearly missed.We have Special memories to cherish.Love,Prayers and Deepest Sympathy to all the Family.love Gloria n Wally
Gayle Morris
September 9, 2020
A true gentleman. I was always welcomed in his store on St. Paul Street and then on James Street. My sincere condolences to his family.
Brad Giroux
September 9, 2020
My condolences to Keith’s family. He was a true gentleman and a trusted business man and will be missed by many. The world is a darker place without Keith here but Heaven is so much brighter with Keith there. Rest In Peace my friend.
Mike and Robyn Perry
September 9, 2020
We are so sad to hear of Keith's passing. He was one of the sweetest men we have ever known:) Happy to know that he is now with his Lord and Saviour, who he loved so very much. Sending our sincerest condolences and biggest hugs to Elaine and the entire family.
Mike &Robyn Perry and family
Sharlene
September 9, 2020
I loved that man!! He was so compassionte and wise. He encouraged and cared and loved with the heart of Jesus!
Alison Verkuyl
September 9, 2020
Such a sweet sweet man he will be missed!
Ron Donovan
September 9, 2020
Our condolences to Keith's family on his passing. Over the years, we have had the pleasure of doing business with Keith and in particular Williams Jewellers. A true gentleman and he will be missed. May he RIP, and forever cherished. Pam & Ron Donovan
Delores Greer
September 9, 2020
To Keith’s family (Cathy)
Sorry to read about the passing of Keith, he will be missed on James St.
Very pleasant gentleman, he certainly knew his business. It was a pleasure to enter Williams jewelry store
Larry Srigley
September 9, 2020
What a great honour to have known Keith here on our journey to where he now is-heaven!! He truly modelled the servant example of our Lord Jesus Christ and was faith-full of love till his graduation. Our love and prayer for all his precious family. We will meet you in the air on our Lord’s return and “so shall we ever be with the Lord “. 1 Thessalonians 4:17.
Larry and Merrilee Knapp
September 9, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Elaine and your Family. Keith was such a kind and pleasant man.
Jeffrey Friesen
September 9, 2020
Our Deepest Condolences to the entire family on the passing of Keith. My wife and I often came by to store to see Keith and were always greeted by a kind smile and warm handshake. It was truly a blessing to have known such a kind and generous Christian man. He always spoke of his faith and his belief in God to us and we will always cherish those moments . We know he is with Lord for eternity. May God comfort you all during difficult time.
Blessings,
Jeff and Anita Friesen
Deborah McPhee
September 9, 2020
Keith was one of the nicest men I have ever met. He was true to his faith. My condolences to the family.
Janice Roseman
September 9, 2020
Keith was such a gentleman and our family had a long and delightful relationship with Keith and Williams Jewelers. We followed him from the store on St Paul Street to the present location. He always remembered us when we came in to shop. We have so many pleasant memories of him. Janice Roseman
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