Keith Stoddart

Keith Earl Stoddart was born in the sunny isle of Jamaica to parents, Ethlyn Maude and Cyril George
Stoddart on August 5 th, 1935 in a Christian home environment.
He attended Kingston Technical High School in Jamaica where he earned a Certificate of Distinction in
Accounting from the Royal Society of Arts London, England. His career life with many ministries began
when he answered directly to the then Prime Minister, the Honorable Edward Seaga concerning the
preparation and administration of the Ministry's annual budget. He was known as a strong
communicator with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
He gained his degree in Business Administration from the Empire State College of SUNY, NY and was
recognized by the Institute of Cost and Management Account London, England, for his special abilities.
in the field of Business, Accounts and Bookkeeping.
Keith dedicated a significant portion of his time to the development of Jamaican music, through the
various stages of mento, ska, rock steady, reggae and jazz. He Was ranked with the famous, talented
guitarist Earnest Ranglin. He was a trained classical guitarist and his father taught him the Hawaiian
guitar.
Keith migrated to the United States where he worked with the National Urban League as an Accountant
for many years until his retirement. He joined the Tallawah Mento Band and the Kings Pointe Band
where he played an integral role.
He was married to Heleen ( Brown) for 62 years and the marriage produced two lovely children, Keith
Jr. and Dr. Janet.
Keith left us on June 23, 2022 and his wife Heleen; children, Keith Jnr( son) and his wife Sabrina; his
grandchild Ash; his brothers; Lindon and Derrick, his sister; Myrna; his nieces, Marie, Sandra, Erna and
Sharon ; his nephews Lawrence, Michael and Richard, and special friends,
We will remember and love you always Keith. Peaceful rest. God awaits your coming.