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William Key Obituary
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. William D. Key, age 63, of 664 Washington Circle will be held 3 PM Wednesday, July 2, 2014 (Viewing 2 PM - 3PM) at Second Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Jessamine Memorial Gardens.
William was born Tuesday, May 1, 1951 in Aiken South Carolina to John Otis and Rosa Lee Key. He was baptized in Second Baptist Church in 1961 at the age of 10. He remained an active member until moving to Los Angeles, California in 1973 where he was employed by ABC Television Studios. He joined the military for a short while and was honorably discharged from the United States Army in 1976. He eventually settled in Denver, Colorado where he worked in the Restaurant and Hospitality industry for many years and remained there until his return to Aiken in 2002. For the past several years he enjoyed providing gardening and lawn care services in his local community.
William was preceded in death by his father on February 10, 1974 but leaves to cherish his memory: his mother, Rev. Rosa L. Jordan, Aiken, SC; one brother, Otis Key (Bonnie) of Denver, Colorado, one sister Odessa K. Chavous (Barney) Aiken, SC and one step-brother, Daniel Jordan, Hawthorne, CA; three aunts and three uncles: Lillie Mae Key Jones, Johnston, SC; , Sam Key (Janie) Edgefield, SC, Willie Haywood Key, Edgefield, SC, and Otis Key (Thelma), Johnston, SC; three nieces: Myra Elaine Key, Memphis, TN, Jasmine Barne' Chavous Sims (Isaac) of San Antonio, TX, and Nikeya Monique Chavous, Aiken, SC; two nephews, Shedric DeMarcus Chavous, Columbia, SC, and Barney Amon Chavous, Aiken, SC.
Friends may call the residence @ 803 644-5381 or JACKSON-BROOKS FUNERAL HOME, 126 FAIRFIELD ST, SE, AIKEN, SC 29801 @ 803 649 6123 beginning 3 PM Tuesday.
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Cecilia Robinson
July 1, 2014
Having known William since I was a little girl, I find it hard to believe I won't see his smiling face again on this side. We always called him "Duck", but he had a heart as big as a lion. He would give to anyone who needed it, even down to the shirt on his back. I'm just so happy he was able to have a close friendship with my son the last few years of his life. I certainly will miss him coming over to watch a movie and eat with us. It always made me feel so good when he said he liked my cooking. I considered that a great compliment and honor. We love you, "Duck", and will miss you dearly.
Cecilia
and Eric
Tina Thompson
July 1, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of transition. May God's Word continue to encourage and strengthen you.
Jimmy & TeVerra Chavous
July 1, 2014
Family,
There is no doubt that your memories of
Will's extensive fondness & gentleness will sustain you. His humble, yet impressive & witty presence were truly infectious & welcomed. He left the world in the same demeanor in which he
embraced it each day.
All who knew him were better having had the experience of closeness to his spirit !
Lovingly,
Jmmy & TeVerra Chavous
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June 29, 2014
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Louise
June 26, 2014
I had the privilege of caring for Mr. Key early in his illness, and he was a very kind, sincere man, a strong presence in his quiet demeanor, one I will never forget. He made a very strong impact early in my nursing career. I have also never met a family that were such adamant advocates for their family member's care, and doubt I ever will. I applaud them for that strength and fortitude, I doubt Mr. Key would have had the time, surrounded by family and friends and their love, that he had without that. He will be sorely missed by many. Rest in peace and in the Lord's glory.
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