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Fred Keys

February 17, 1926 — September 9, 2009

Fred Keys

Fred Andrew Keys, age 83, of Creston, NC, died Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at Ashe Memorial Hospital in Jefferson, NC. Mr. Keys was born February 17, 1926 in Creston, NC to the late Leroy and Ethel Oliver Keys. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Ned Keys and Tom Keys; and a sister, Esther Soto. He enjoyed coon hunting and taking care of animals, baseball, wrestling, and listening to bluegrass and gospel music.  Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel by Minister David Lyalls. The family will receive friends from 12 pm - 2 pm prior to the service at Ashelawn. Burial will follow in the Keys Cemetery in Creston, NC.  Mr. Keys is survived by:  One sister: Ruth Harrison of Lenoir, NC. A special niece: Alaska Royall  Several nieces and nephews also survive. You may send and view condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements.


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