R. Keith Stevenson

Died: August 28, 2022 | Place: Village of Glendale Crossing, London

Obituary

STEVENSON, R. Keith

Passed quietly at the Village of Glendale Crossing on Sunday, August 28, 2022 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of the late Charlene Mae (2008). Committed and involved father of Carter K Stevenson (Jennifer) and Ashley C Stevenson (Donny). Cherished Skippy of Shae, Cordell, Brooklyn and Beau. Uncle and great uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Keith was born in Chatham, Ontario and relocated to London in his teenage years. He attended the Beal High School Art Program and went onto the Ontario College of Art in Toronto while working summers at the Haliburton Lodge. His talent led him to a career as a Sign Designer and Graphic Artist. Keith was formerly a member of the board for Museum London and was a very active member of his community. Keith was known for his eccentric sense of humour and custom Christmas cards.
 
A private interment has been accomplished at Woodland Cemetery, London. A drop-in Celebration of Keith’s life will be held on Sunday, September 18, 2022 from 9 am-1 pm at the Idlewyld Inn & Spa, 36 Grand Avenue, London. If desired a donation to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 380 Wellington Street, Tower B 6th Floor, London, ON N6A 5B5 or Parkinson Canada, 316-4211 Yonge Street, North York, ON M2P 2A9 is appreciated. Arrangements entrusted with A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

13 Comments

  1. Brenda Atkinson August 31, 2022 at 12:42 pm

    The World is different now Keith. You made it sparkle. I miss you and Charlene. Once we were young crazy rebels. Well I shall carry on for us all and smile knowing that you now know something I don’t. Peace my dear dear friend. Love, Brenda – (friends since 1969 and will always be so .
    Love to Ashley & Carter and your families

  2. Ann Bozik August 31, 2022 at 1:57 pm

    So sorry for your loss Ashley & family. I knew Keith & worked with him for many years at the Sears Ourlet store in London. You were fun to work with Keith, RIP. ????

  3. Audrey Procunier August 31, 2022 at 4:56 pm

    Carter,Ashley and families ,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss.
    We were neighbours for many years and enjoyed many happy times with your family .
    Garden party,pool parties ,fireworks displays and the coffee pot was always on.

  4. Leasa Romphf August 31, 2022 at 5:30 pm

    Keith….I’m not even sure where to start with my memories of you! For those reading this our families were very close friends and neighbors for many years. I remember waking up in the morning to Keith sitting at our kitchen table….fire going in the wood stove and the coffee pot full. Everyone in the house was still sleeping so Keith started the stove and put the coffee on while he waited for people to wake up. Every time a Keith memory strolls across my mind I smile….every single time! Thank you kind Sir for reading at my wedding, preaching from the barn approach to prepare and the impromptu speach during the service that still makes me laugh out loud. I know you’re happy where you are right now. To Ashley and Carter I’m so sorry for your grief. Hang in there.

  5. Stewart Addley August 31, 2022 at 6:22 pm

    Keith Stephenson was a gentleman’s gentleman, a prince among men. I was privileged to have known him. My deepest sympathies

  6. Tracy Wynne August 31, 2022 at 7:29 pm

    Jen, I am so sorry for your family’s loss. May his memory be a blessing, always.

  7. Joseph Clews September 1, 2022 at 6:38 pm

    My condolences to my friend Carter and family. I didn’t know Keith, but I know he must have been a good man because he raised such good kids.

  8. Rita Lord September 1, 2022 at 10:19 pm

    My sincerest condolences to you, Carter, Jenny and all the family.

  9. Robert Walker September 2, 2022 at 9:19 am

    Dear Ashley, I remember having a few brew with your mom and dad in Grand bend in the early 70’s. We had some great laugh’s. I met and married Brenda Atkinson at that time. My condolences.

  10. Catherine (Maine) McEwen September 3, 2022 at 12:09 pm

    My family and I are very sorry to hear of Keith’s recent death. We lived on the farm up the road from you. I still have an old photo of him dressed as a shepherd taken with our sheep. It was for a Christmas card. Our condolences to you and yours.

  11. Molly Fancy (Mother Helen Sutton (Maine) September 3, 2022 at 2:10 pm

    So sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. My condolences to the Family.

  12. Mark Langer September 3, 2022 at 4:03 pm

    So sorry to hear of Keith’s death. He was a good friend in elementary school, but we lost track of each other when he was a student at OCA. Many years later, his appearance at my mother’s funeral was both a surprise and great comfort to me. Keith was a unique and good person. I will cherish his memory.

  13. Emily Falls September 14, 2022 at 9:28 am

    Carter, Jen & Family – I’m so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you right now and sending you all my love and support.
    Em

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