Raymond "Keith" Painter

1934 - 2021

Raymond "Keith" Painter

August 26, 1934 - April 28, 2021

Raymond "Keith" Painter of Roanoke, Virginia, and formerly of Bedford, Virginia, passed on Wednesday, April 28, 2021.

He was born in Fayette County, West Virginia on August 26, 1934, the fourth of five children to Flora Thompson Painter and Joseph Jennings Painter. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Charles (Wilda) Painter and Ronald (Sandra) Painter; and sister, Marian (Elmer) Schickner.

Those left to carry his memory are his devoted wife, JoAnn Arrington Painter; daughter, Nancy (Bob) Amick; and son, Joseph (Tracy Shirk) Painter. He is also survived by grandsons, Nathan Amick and Robert Amick, and many nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends.

Special thanks to Sheri Gordon for loving care.

Keith was a graduate of Collins High School, West Virginia University, and Virginia Tech. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He had a distinguished thirty-year career in Extension Service at Virginia Tech. He was awarded many awards and was named Associate Professor Emeritus.

An active member of Bedford Baptist Church and Church of Hope in Roanoke. Keith was committed to service of his fellow man. He served the citizens of Bedford and Smith Mountain Lake. Keith was a determined man who achieved much and gave freely. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. His personal mission was to leave anyone he met with a joke and a smile.

Per his wishes, there will not be a service. Memorials can be made to Bedford Christian Ministries, 217 W. Washington Street, Bedford, VA 24523. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.oakeys.com.