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Robert "Bob" Keys
Born: 8/11/1937
Died: 7/30/2024
Age: 86
Community: A memorial service at the Edmonds Inn in downtown AuGres, MI
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Robert "Bob" Keys, age 86, passed away peacefully at his home in AuGres, Michigan on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Bob was born on August 11, 1937 in Flint, Michigan to Leo and Bernice (Hill) Keys. He lead a happy and full life with his wife Linda and family. He loved hunting with his grandson, Lucas, even when he could hardly walk two feet from where they parked the truck. He enjoyed fishing, reading and listening to his classical music. Bob served nine years in the US Air Force as a Cryptanalysis Specialist. He loved telling stories about his military time to anyone that would lend an ear. After his service, he went to school graduating from the University of Michigan with his Master in Environmental Science. He then taught as a science teacher for thirty years in Flint Schools District. Bob married his beautiful wife, Linda. They lived in Flushing, Michigan for 20 years, moving to AuGres 17 years ago after retiring. He was always called Papa by his family. He has two stepdaughters, Denise Thomas and Susan (Mark) Rennie; step-son, Matthew W. Thomas, who preceded him in death; six wonderful grandchildren, Kristina (Alex) Richman, Lea (Brandon) Hickmont, Lucas Easley, Nicole Rennie, Alexis Rennie, Elizabeth (Andrew) Wagster; and seven of the most beautiful great-grandchildren; his dearest cousin, Budge (Chris) Hill; close friend, Phyllis Marks; and sister, Barbara Sanderson. Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Leo Keys, Bernice Brock, and stepfather John Brock; brother, Johnny Brock; and step-son, Matthew W. Thomas. He was a member of the American Legion, Moose Lodge, the Eagles, and a life-time member of the NRA. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 2:00 to 5:00 PM at the Edmonds Inn in downtown AuGres. Those wishing to leave a message of love and support for Bob's family may do so at www.bureshfuneralhomes.com. |
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| a memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 2:00 to 5:00 PM at the Edmonds Inn in downtown AuGres. |
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8/17/2024 |
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2:00 PM |
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Buresh Funeral Home - Tawas City
416 Whittemore St.
Tawas City, MI 48763 Get a Map to this location...
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