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DR. STEVE KEYS
PORTSMOUTH — Dr. Steve Keys, 60, of Portsmouth, died Monday, January 7, 2019 at Grant Medical Center in Columbus.
He was born March 28, 1954 in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, to the late Samuel Keys and Doris Pack Keys.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Cecile "Ceil" Keys, on April 24, 2013.
He is survived by his children, Rachel (Matthew) Merrifield of Portsmouth, Steven Caleb Keys of Portsmouth, Rebekah (Jared) Kemper of Minford, Larsen (Olivia) Marquart; a granddaughter, Eloise Kemper; two brothers, Mark Keys of Brandenburg, Kentucky, and Paul Keys of Elizabethtown, Kentucky; his twin sister, Susie Compton and another sister, Diane Sipes. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and hosted exchange students.
Steve was a member of Cornerstone United Methodist Church. He volunteered for many years at Hertko Hollow in Iowa, a summer camp for children with diabetes.
Throughout his career, he tirelessly volunteered his time and skills, as a doctor, to serve the underprivileged in many parts of the world, in service to Christ.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, January 12, 2019 at F. C. Daehler Mortuary Company in Portsmouth with Rev. Tom Charles officiating. Interment will be in Greenlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and also one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cornerstone United Methodist Church, 808 Offnere Street, Portsmouth, Ohio 45662.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Keys
Micki Pack Cavalli
January 12, 2019
You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tim and Monica Pack
January 11, 2019
Our prayers to all of his family, so sad for the loss of your dad, grandfather and brother
January 11, 2019
An invaluable community member and favorite customer of ours.
-Smiths Pharmacy and Home Medical
C.W. Rucker
January 10, 2019
In memory of Dr Steve Keys. A great friend and cousin
Luke Swearingen
January 10, 2019
Dr. Keys has been my doctor for many years, he, along with Dr. Hudson, have taken care of me since I was born. Seen me through a diabetes diagnosis, and several hospital visits. This man was one of the sweetest, kindest, human beings I think I've ever been in contact with and a truly wonderful doctor. The world will be just a little bit darker without his bright light shining in it. My most sincere thoughts and prayers go out to his close friends, co-workers, and most especially his family through this difficult time for peace and comfort.
Elizabeth Freeman
January 9, 2019
Stevie was such a wonderful man. My heart goes out to all the Keys family especially his children and his twin sister Susie.
May you find comfort in knowing how many lives Steve has touch in his short time on this earth. He will be dearly missed and remembered fondly.
Curtis Pack
January 9, 2019
God bless each and everyone of you, at this terrible time. Steve was one special person and will be remembered by many of us. Love to you all.
Uncle Donnie Pack
January 9, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Charles Blanc
January 9, 2019
Be assured of our thoughts, prayers, and love for all the family! We have so many memories of Steve, his entire family, his parents and grandparents at Rock Haven Baptist Church! Bro. Charles and Frances Nell Blanc
Eileen Funk
January 9, 2019
Our family is gonna miss dr keys i never chose any other dr for them anytime i had questions bout my kids he answered them dr keys and dr hudson both good doctors my kids will be heart broken when they hear that they wont get to see him anymore rest in peace dr keys best doctor from 12/05/2001 allison hicks was born we started seein hudson an keys and on till 02/05/2003 when jonathan hicks was born and on so u will be missed
Judy Sanders
January 8, 2019
So very sorry for your loss. I really liked Dr. Keys and he was a wonderful person. Prayers and thoughts to his family.
June Johnson
January 8, 2019
My heart is hurting so much, Steve had such warmth & good humor & he was such positive presence. I feel so blessed to have known him. Prayers for healing for his wond6devoted family.
Rachel Harcha
January 8, 2019
So very sorry to hear this sad news. Dr Keys will be missed by many in this community. He was a very caring man and an excellent pediatrician. Prayers to the family and my heart felt condolences.
Dianne and Chris Smith
January 8, 2019
Such a wonderful man and doctor gone too soon. Thank you Dr. Keys for all your kindness and doctoring through the years for my daughter. Rest in God's eternal love.
Kay Price
January 8, 2019
Dr Keys was a pediatrician who took time with his patients. He was friendly and showed his love for God. Prayers for children and other family members.
Deb Hadiji
January 8, 2019
Dr. Steve is a person I will admire forever. He and his family came to Florida with his international guest and I am so proud and honored to remember how he helped people from other nationalities and people with type one diabetes. You will always be in my heart!
Cindy Fetters
January 8, 2019
Prayers for the family dr keys was a good man and dr my kids loved him he will be dearly missed
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