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Name: Mr. Herbert Ray Keith
Date: May 13, 1947 - March 19, 2026
Biography
City of birth: McAlester, OK
Mother: Pansy Keith
Father: Albert Keith
Daughters: Takesha Keith, Gina Keith (Deceased)
Sons: Herbert Ray Keith Jr., Stephen Keith (Christy), Austin Keith (Christina)
Sisters: Alice Fay Newman, Pearline Rider, Francine Liggins, Sandra Keith (Deceased)
Education: L’Ouverture High School
Occupation: Oklahoma City Fire Department, Retiring as a Deputy Fire Marshal/ United States Postal Service
Special notations: Herbert Ray Keith Sr., 78, died March 19, 2026 in Oklahoma City. Born May 13, 1947, in McAlester, Oklahoma, he was valedictorian of L’Ouverture High School and a Vietnam veteran who was wounded twice in combat and awarded two Purple Hearts. He worked for the United States Postal Service before serving from July 20, 1979, to July 31, 2004, with the Oklahoma City Fire Department, retiring as a deputy fire marshal.
He is survived by his children, Herbert Ray Keith Jr., Takesha Keith, Stephen Keith (Christy) and Austin Keith (Christiana); grandchildren, Yionis, Cole, Samuel and Braylon Keith; and sisters, Francine Liggins, Pearline Rider and Alice Fay Newman. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Gina Keith-Marlarney.
Visitations: 2:30pm-7pm Friday, March 27, 2026
Services: Wildewood Christian Church,
6900 N. Kelley Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73111
Services date and time: 1pm Saturday, March 28, 2026
(2026-03-19 10:59am) Andrea Miller wrote:
My deepest sympathy.
(2026-03-19 12:16pm) Shanta' Williams wrote:
Kesha, my heart is with you. I’m so deeply sorry about your dad’s passing. I know how much he meant to you, and I hope you feel held by the people who love you as you move through this grief. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. - Psalm 34:18
(2026-03-19 6:15pm) Angie Gipson wrote:
So sorry to hear of the passing of Herbert. I remember working with him at the P. O. Praying that the Lord will give the whole family the strength to go through this difficult time.
(2026-03-19 6:25pm) Herald & Harrietta Kirk wrote:
We send our deepest condolences. Praying for the family.
(2026-03-19 7:28pm) Michelle Patrick wrote:
May he rest in God's comfort and peace.
(2026-03-20 7:46am) Billy R Russell wrote:
God bless you and your family richly.
(2026-03-20 8:32am) BEVERLY MICHELE LOVE wrote:
Prayers for the family. Mr. Herbert Keith will be missed!!!
(2026-03-20 9:07am) Patti Tillman wrote:
God bless you and your family richly. Herb will be missed, but not forgotten 🙏!!!
(2026-03-20 5:08pm) Nancy Diane Perry wrote:
Jesus is still the best Doctor, and prayer is still the best medicine. Prayer for complete healing over your heart, mind and soul in Jesus Name
(2026-03-21 7:52am) Evelyn Robinson wrote:
To the entire family of Herbert Keith and Takesha Keith I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father, you and the entire family are in my thoughts and prayers praying for you all healing hearts comfort, strength, and peace. May God wrap his loving arms around you all. Love you, my friend, Evelyn Robinson.🙏🏽🙏🏽🫂🫂💔💔😘😘
(2026-03-21 3:37pm) Audrey Washington wrote:
My deepest sympathy.
(2026-03-21 7:51pm) Coy Prather wrote:
Herbert was a co-worker in the Fire Marshal's office who gave me great joy and laughter. Miss you buddy!
(2026-03-23 9:56am) Jesse B. THOMPSON wrote:
He was a sincere and dedicated member to the OKC L’Ouverture Chapter of McAlester. May God bless his memories and family.
(2026-03-24 6:17am) Nicky Adams wrote:
May God comfort you today.
(2026-03-24 5:17pm) Misty Sumlin wrote:
My deepest sympathy to the Keith family. Herbert was well loved.
(2026-03-24 6:32pm) Gerald And Harrietta Kirk wrote:
My deepest sympathy.
(2026-03-25 7:14am) Gail Y House wrote:
My deepest sympathy.
(2026-03-25 7:43pm) Suzanna Clymer wrote:
Remember those precious good times you had over the years. May God through Jesus Be your comfort , peace and hope.
(2026-03-26 1:29pm) The Hasty Family wrote:
Our hearts are with the Keith family. God bless you all.
(2026-03-27 8:43am) Doris Thomas Gordon wrote:
May God comfort you today.
(2026-03-27 1:40pm) Joyce Mayo wrote:
My deepest sympathy. 💔, to the entire family..
(2026-03-27 1:52pm) DEBORAH K JORDAN wrote:
On behalf of the entire JACKSON FAMILY, we offer our sincere condolences to the KEITH FAMILY. We trust in the Lord and believe he will sustain you during this time of grief. His promises are True and his Love is FOREVER We will continue to Pray for all family connected. Lift each other up and Pray at all time. May God Bless and Keep You. Deborah K. Jordan, Spencer, OK Auntie to H. Ray Keith, Jr. We Love you Ray!!
(2026-03-28 7:14am) Terry Williams wrote:
May God continue to watch over you.
(2026-03-28 9:05am) Loretta L Hardrick wrote:
I pray the peace of God rises up in all those who love you and that the same God embraces each of you with His comfort and strength. Herbert and I worked together at the Oklahoma City Fire Dept. many years ago. My prayers are with the family. May God bless you all.
(2026-03-28 10:09am) Theresa Barr Gant wrote:
My deepest sympathy.cousins and additional family; From Theresa in Ohio and Marie Barr -Gregory the New York family! We hold you dearly in our hearts and prays
(2026-03-28 2:00pm) Laretta Keith wrote:
My deepest sympathy.