Thomas J. Keith II's Obituary
In loving memory of our dad, Tom. Thomas Joseph Keith II was born in Ludington, Michigan on October 17, 1948. He suddenly passed away in Muskegon, Michigan on December 07, 2024. He is survived by his ex-wife, Melody Irene Landry; son, Jeremey Scott Keith (Maria Elena Valdez); granddaughter, Kaitlyn Jo Keith (Jacob Keith); daughter, Jodi and her family; step-sons, Jayson and Mike; brother, Kim Keith; and sisters, Jacqueline (Gerard) Fellows and Georgia (Norman) Battice.
Our dad's family that is no longer with us: his dad, Thomas Keith Sr.; mother, Kathryn (Maltby) Keith; sister, Susan Tallefson; brother, Raymond (Pete) Bernoske; and step-son, Daniel. We are thankful he did not let his mental illness take him out in this world. He made a legacy regardless of the little he said, like taking us to church even when we didn't want to go, or by giving us breath mints to keep us quiet. His benevolence shined through his actions, keeping his memory strong in our hearts. He put Jesus first, he enjoyed reading his bible and playing Chess. He is healed from mental illness, being able to hear and see with clarity. To whomever is reading this, ask Jesus in your heart as your personal Savior and Lord; live for Jesus. Confess this prayer out loud: Jesus, I believe that You died for my sins, were buried and rose from the dead. I turn from my sins and surrender my life to You as my Savior and Lord. Amen I know this would be something our dad would want to say to each one of us reading this to say this prayer, then his final word would be
Amen and Checkmate...
Arrangements entrusted to The Sytsema Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 737 E. Apple Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442. Share memories with the family at www.sytsemafh.com.
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