Keith was a 1977 graduate of South Western High School; he retired in 2007 as a Supervisor from the Ohio Department of Transportation. He was a former member and Past Master of Patriot Masonic Lodge. Keith enjoyed coaching Midget League football and spending time with his family.
In addition to his mother, he is survived his wife, Jackie Corwin Grate who he married on August 27, 1993, a son, Landon Grate, daughter, Kacie Grate, sister, Grace (Chuck) Judy, a nephew, Cole Miller and 2 nieces, Natalie M. and Callie Judy.
Funeral services will be 1:00 PM. Tuesday September 16, 2014 at Salem Baptist Church with Pastor Phil Taylor officiating. Burial will follow in Salem Cemetery. Friends may call at the Church on Tuesday from Noon until the time of service.
An online guest registry is available at waugh-halley-wood.com