Keith P. STAMBAUGH

Keith STAMBAUGH Obituary

STAMBAUGH Keith P. Keith P. Stambaugh, 50, died at his Toledo residence on June 3, 2010. He was born on November 17, 1959, to Byron Stambaugh and Jessica Bridwell Stambaugh. Keith was a hard working jack-of-all trades man who loved playing music, especially his guitar and enjoyed spending time with his friends and family and his dog, "Buddy". He is survived by his father, Byron Stambaugh; step-father, Andrew "Tom" Bays; brother, Kent Stambaugh; step-brothers, Andrew "Kark" Bays, Jody (Joyce) Bays, Aaron Bays and Sam Lewis; half-sisters, Sharon Bays and Brenda Bays; step-sisters, Debra Drushel, Ara (Dan) Saar, Jennifer (Jeff) Garner, and Pearl "PL" Bays. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jessica Bridwell Bays; half-sister, Linda Bays; and step-brothers, Al Bays and Timothy Bays. Friends are invited to visit on Thursday, June 10, from 10am to 1pm at the Blanchard - Strabler Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 1pm. Entombment at Ottawa Hills Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolences: blanchardstrabler.com

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Published by The Blade on Jun. 9, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Keith STAMBAUGH

8 Entries

Larry (Butch) Bechtol

June 22, 2010

You will always be in our hearts & prayers, Keith. You were a wonderful man, helping others no matter who & doted on your best friend "Buddy". He will miss you very much & will be well taken care of. When the time comes you will find Buddy at the RainbowBridge where you will meet once again & it will be forever!Your bond will be as strong as ever! You are truly blessed & thank you for being my cousin.......

Larry (Butch) Bechtol

June 22, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

Alan Spacone

June 13, 2010

I new Keith as a child and young teenager. We were cousins and as such shared a special bond. He was always full of laughter and love of family expressed in his special way. I did not know him as a man as did his family yet they always loved him as a family can through all life's trials and tribulations. As his mother and mine have moved on to a better place so has Keith. Our sorrow is we lose the ones we know and love in this place . Our comfort lies in the knowledge that those we love suffer none of this world tribulations but enjoy what happiness we have and more.

Angela Spacone

June 12, 2010

My condolences to all of Keith's siblings. While I only knew him from the times I visited Toledo after we moved, I will always remember him as an enjoyable and independent person. I am sorry we didn't get to see him at Christmas. Your cousin Angela

Tiffany Sweat

June 10, 2010

TO all who knew Keith he was a jokester He also loved his music and especially his dog "buddy" I however knew Keith as a Hardworking man with a heart of gold that will be missed in our community

Julie Warner

June 9, 2010

Sorry for your lose. I know he will be missed but always in our heart. We wern't eye to eye but we are heart to heart. Dad,Kent, and the rest of the family, will always be in my heart.
sis

ke lly sharp

June 9, 2010

so sorry for your lose everyone will miss keith.the nieghborhood wont be the same without keith.my heart goes out to brenda and aaron and your family.love u guys. kelly and family

Tracy Garufos

June 9, 2010

Keith will be missed, he was a great guy who helped everyone. Brenda you lost your brother and friend, so try and be strong. He is with his mom now and finally at peace.
Tracy

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