Ivan "Keith" Christopher
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Ivan "Keith" Christopher, age 72 of Adrian, Missouri died Monday, August 25, 2025 at Medicalodge in Butler, Missouri. He was born April 3, 1953 to Moreland Francis and Bonnie Bee Sterns Christopher in Butler.
Keith, one of three children, grew up in Passaic, Missouri where he attended grade school. After grade school he attended and graduated from Butler High School. Following graduation he started Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) school in Nevada, Missouri. Keith moved to Adrian when he married his wife Lisa Pettry in September of 1996. He then dedicated many working years to Adrian Manor.
Keith is described as funny, compassionate, caring and giving. He enjoyed cheering on the Chiefs and the Royals, supporting them many times by the shirt he was wearing. Keith had a very special four-legged friend, Kimmie, his cat, whom he cherished. He also had a love for traveling, especially to Colorado with his loving wife Lisa.
Keith is survived by his wife, Lisa Christopher of Adrian, Missouri; and one sister, Misty Christopher of Butler, Missouri. Keith was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Darla and Kay Christopher.
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