Keith McCallum
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Keith McCallum, 64, Kansas City, MO, passed away September 18, 2006. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, 2006 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 11800 N Milton Thompson Road in Lee’s Summit, MO. Keith was born at home in Edgewood, NE Iowa. Raised on a farm near there, he loved to hunt and fish. At 13 years of age he bought a motor cycle and in his later years he loved to go camping and play pool. Keith had been disabled for 18 years from a fall while working as head custodian and school bus driver when living in Mesa, AZ. He was strong in his faith and loved to share his bible based hope with others of living in a paradise on the earth forever. He officially retired in May 2004. He was diagnosed with pancreatic and stomach cancer on May 4, 2006. He passed away Sept 18, 2006. He is survived by this wife Sheryl (Simpson); sons: Kevin and Tracy McCallum of Central City, Iowa; daughter Terri Morgan of Scottsdale, AZ; brothers: Christopher, AZ; Curtis, IA; Calvin, IL; Clark, TX; Jan, IA; sister, Charlotte Tennis, TX; and grandchildren: Brendon Morgan, OK; Haley McCallum, Joshua and Elizabeth McCallum, IA. (Arr: Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 816-3131677).
Visits: 7
Dear Sheryl & extended McCallum family. After many years, (50 at least) it was good to make contact again, even though it had to be such a sad occasion. I learned of Keith’s death through Judy Boerman of Rockford, Ill. who I have been in contact with for several years. My husband and I share your sorrow even though we have not known keith in a personal way. I remember him & his brothers & sister as small children playing together in the upstairs appartments of his family and our grandpaents in Edgewood. I have pictures of us playing in the park along the Missippi river at family picnics. During the summer of 1995 I had the privilege of visiting with both Keith’s mother in Independence & his father in the nursing home in Anamosa. It was good, & I am thankful I had the opportunity. The video of Keiths life & reading the condolences in the guest book tells the story of his life very well. He must have been a fine man, and again we are sorry for your loss.
1st cousin-Norma Mcallum Moberg-daughter of Sanford McCallum
6832 N.W. Granger Ave.
Port St. Lucie, Fl. 34983
The video tribute was very touching. May God Be With You.
Sheryl, We did not know about Keith’s passing until Ron sent us an email. Are thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Come and see us sometime. Love, Kathy and Tom
Terri,
Dad’s are very special. I know that you have many memories that will keep your Dad close, until you meet again.
Love, Brenda
We wanted to offer our heartfelt expressions of sympathy. May Jehovah be with you at this difficult time.
With love,
Dan and Dony
Central City, IA
Dear Sheryl,
Dad just told me that Keith has passed. I’m so sorry to hear that. His suffering has ended though. His trial is over. Now he can rest comfortably in Jehovah’s memory. How I look forward to seeing him again. May Jehovah, who is the God of all comfort, continue to bless and comfort you.
Love,
Simona
My loving husband, Keith was faithful to his god to the end of his life. I am sure he will be resurected. He is in the best and safest place by being in Jehovah’s memory. Thank you all for your condolances.
Aunt Sheryl, Was a very nice vidio tribute for Kieth. It brought back tears and warm memories of good times in our lives I had forgotton about. I will always remmember his fun and hummor, especialy his milk can hauling days… how tough and strong he was and how we looked up to him. God Bless you and your family now and forever. Bobby Rodriguez
Sheryl:
May God wrap his gentle heart around your soul and bring you peace.
Love and prayers, Ginny
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sheryl and family, There are so many things I would like to say but I will have to write you later. The most memorable I remember was when you were in labor with Kevin and I sat with you at the house. Because Duane was born in Dec and Kevin in Jan I believe. I will write more later. God bless you all and hold you in his hand through this difficult time. Your Aunt Donna
Our Love and sympathy, we have found memories of good times with you both.
To my Sheryl, the video is a great tribute to Keith. It was so moving and touching and brought back great memories of the good ole days. See you soon. Love you. Penny and Patrick
Sheryl,
You have our sympathies. At times like this the resurrection hope becomes very powerful for us.
We noticed Orville Kluth in the background of one picture and remember when they began to study with you & Keith. May the God of all comfort, comfort you in your loss. (2Cor 1:3,4)
Though it has been years since we had seen each other, we are happy to know that Keith has been a faithful servant of Jehovah and is peacefully awaiting the reward of his faithfullness-the Resurrection into the New World. (Formerly of Marion, IA & now Texas.)
My deepest sympathy Sheryl and family. May you have many good memories to help you through this trying time. Love, Donna
You will be remembered by all as a loving generous husband,father and Grandfather. May his life be spent in eternity with our father in Heaven.
God Bless and be with you Keith
Duane Fauser II & Girls
Indianola, Iowa
Sheryl & Family
The memorial video was very moving and with the music it brought a few tears. Keith is in a better place and his pain is gone. May God Bless and keep you and your family.
Love,
Larry
KEITH: A man never ashamed of his faith, always ready to talk about it, endeavoring to live up to bible standards, and ready to help other do the same ! May we imitate his faith in Jehovah God !
Our condolences Sheryl to you and all of the family. Keith showed consideration for others the best he could. We miss all of you but know that most likely we will meet again and soon. Much Love
Ray and Patsy
Our condolences Sheryl to you and all of the family. Keith showed consideration for others the best he could. We miss all of you but know that most likely we will meet again and soon. Much Love
Ray and Patsy
Our condolences Sheryl to you and all of the family. Keith showed consideration for others the best he could. We miss all of you but know that most likely we will meet again and soon. Much Love
Ray and Patsy
Dearest Aunt Sheryl,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I wish I could be there for you like you were there for Kim and I when Mom Died. Keith is in a better place now and there is no more sickness or pain.
Much Love,
Carrie (niece)
Terri – I’m so sorry to hear about your father. If there is anything you or Richard needs please let me know. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sheryl, we are so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing away. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers for you and your family. May your faith give you much comfort during this diffult time.
Dear Sheryl, Terri, Rick, Brendon and family I am so sorry for your loss. I know that your memories are alive and filled with thoughts of Keith. Keep them in your heart until you can be with him again. What a beautiful tribute. My thoughts and prayers are there also.
Laurie – Tahlequah, OK
Dear Sheryl –
May God be with you at Keith’s death and during your time of mourning.
As I read your e-mail, I could think of no more appropriate Word of God than John 3:16, which is especially comforting at a time like this. The God-Man, Jesus Christ, willingly gave up His life and died so that in death we would not lose ours. He is the good news, i.e., the Gospel, of God to all of us sinners whose wages are death.
In Christian sympathy,
– Ron Simpson
Sheryl and Family,
I watched the memorial video and was very moved by the love of your family. May Keith rest in peace, and all of you find peace in your fond and cherished memories. My thoughts and peaceful prayers are there with you…Cousin Gail Fauser Jensen
Sheryl, I am so sorry to hear that Keith passed away. Although I live in Wisconsin and will not make it to the Memorial Service or Funeral, I have you and family in my thoughts and prayers. May the comfort of Jesus Christ be with you at this time.
Sincerely,
1st Cousin-Ronnie Fauser