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Keith Baechle Obituary

Keith Andrew Baechle was born in New Orleans, LA on February 23, 1953 to Carol and Beth Fagan Baechle. He moved to Baton Rouge as a young child and lived there the rest of his life. He died unexpectedly on Thursday, November 8, 2012 from a heart attack. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his daughters, Holly Baechle Casto and Kelly Baechle; grandsons Seth, Jacob, and Kaleb; a sister, Carol Baechle Harlow and her husband Ron; two brothers, Brigg Baechle and his wife Betty, and Brett Baechle and his wife Wendy; and a nephew and several nieces and grandnieces. Keith graduated from Catholic High School and the University of Southwestern. He was a born salesman, an avid hunter, and was known for his many friends, charismatic personality, and quick wit. A special Mass was held on Saturday, November 10, 2012 in Osyka, MS at the farm of his younger brother, Brett. The CHS Class of '71 will host a celebration of Keith's life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to either Catholic High School or St. Thomas More Catholic School.

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Published by The Advocate from Nov. 11 to Nov. 12, 2012.

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Terry Wimberly

November 13, 2012

Keith will be certainly missed by all of his friends. The past few days without having Keith to talk too has been really hard. Keith was always ready to help any of us. Keith had always called me "terrible" not that I was giving him any trouble but that was just Keith way of laughing with all of us. Keith you will certainly be miss!

Tina Mancuso

November 12, 2012

I only knew Keith for a short time but grew fond of him very fast. He had a way to make me laugh like nobody ever has. Keith also had the distinction of being the only man who has ever loved large Ice cream sundaes more than I do. He will remain forever in the hearts and minds of those who loved him.

Cindy Langlois Prudhomme

November 12, 2012

CB,so sorry to hear about your brother. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Marie Bernard

November 11, 2012

Brigit and family, Prayers are with you and your family.

Judy and bruce Mcdaniel

November 11, 2012

To a dear friend for 15 years. I spoke with him an hour ,a week before his death. I told him we had been praying for him due to his health issues and he told me he had been praying a lot also. I know in my heart he is in heaven making everyone laugh. He always called me Pratt and his good friend terry terrible. Called my husband uncle Bruce. He had such a good heart and he is missed very much.

November 11, 2012

Keith will be certainly missed by all of his friends. The past few days without having Keith to talk too has been really hard. Keith was always ready to help any of us. Keith had always called me "trouble" not that I was giving him any trouble but that was just Keith way of laughing with all of us. Keith you will certainly be miss!

Florence "Tee Niney" Day

November 11, 2012

Brigg, Tootie, and Brett,

Sorry to read about Keith's passing. My heart weeps for your family. He is now in heaven with your mom and dad. Your dad and he are probably playing cards.

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