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Kenneth Key Obituary
GREENSBORO — Kenneth Ray Key, Sr., 88, passed away April 3, 2011 at Moses Cone Memorial Hospital.
A 2 p.m. funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 6 at Forbis and Dick North Elm Street Chapel. Interment will follow immediately at Lakeview Memorial Park.
Mr. Key was born in Surry County on January 22, 1923 to the late Ransome Key and Ida Lowe Key. Upon honorable discharge from the US Naval Air Corps, he worked in the kitchen remodeling business for 30 years as owner and operator of K and W Custom Kitchens. His passion and real calling in life was spreading the gospel as an Elder with the Primitive Baptist Church, a ministry he held for 60 years. During this time he served four churches. He was also editor of the "Signs of the Times" magazine which shared the message of Primitive Baptist Faith.
Elder Key was preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Jobe Key. In addition, he was preceded in death by four brothers and sisters.
Survivors include two sons, Kenny R. Key, Jr. (Sharon) and Gary Van Key (Amber). In addition, he is survived by brothers Rueben and John Key and sister Minnie Jackson. Also left to cherish is memory are five grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, April 5 from 6 until 8 p.m. at Forbis and Dick North Elm Street Chapel.
Online condolences may be sent to www.forbisanddick.com.
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Christine and Frank Cook
April 5, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.I met Mr. Key at John and Sally's house at a cook out and enjoyed his company. God bless all. Christine
Irene Kittrell
April 5, 2011
I always loved it when Mr. Key visited the old home place during our bluegrass and gospel jam sessions. He loved music and it relaxed him so much that sometimes he'd fall asleep. We felt like we'd played beautifully when that happened! After Nellie passed away, he asked us to play one of his favorite songs, "Sweet Beulah Land." He longed to be with his sweetheart, Nellie, and now they are there together, singing in sweet harmony. I loved Mr. Key and will miss him so much. He was a true gentleman with a great sense of humor. It was a joy to know him. With love and sympathy to the Key family,
Robbie & Ginger Phillips
April 5, 2011
Our hearts and prayers are with you all at this sad, yet joyous time. I'm so glad Dale introduced me to "Pah Paw", my world is a little more sweet because of him. Dale & Todd, we are here for you & your family- whatever we can do. In Love & Sympathy,
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