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Keith was an accomplished musician, Teacher and College Professor. Over his illustrious career, he received the Teacher of the Year award for the State of Michigan, and earned the status of Professor Emeritus at Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio. He led a very eventful life full of friends, family and his many beloved dogs. He loved his mountains, his music, and was an active member of the Democrat Party. In the Cripple Creek July 4, Parade last year he was honored as the oldest living Korean War Veteran in Teller County.
April 3, 1929
KEITH RUSK DEARBORN
January 30, 2019
Keith Dearborn passed away peacefully at his home in Florissant, CO on January 30, 2019. Keith was born in Hazel Park, MI where he spent his youth. He was married to Helene M. Dearborn (Lester) in December 1953, who preceded his death along with his Son, Christopher K Dearborn. His Son Stephen L. Dearborn, his Grandsons Daniel, Ryan, Michael and Samuel Dearborn, his Great-Grandson Cole Dearborn and his Great-Grand Daughters Zoey and Aria Dearborn survive him.
At his request, there will be no church services, but, rather, there will be a Celebration of Life event planned for Friday, March 1, 2019 between 3:00 and 5:00 PM at the Florissant Library.
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Jim and Paula Bennett
February 20, 2019
Deepest sympathy. Keith was a friend we were very lucky to know. Everyone he met liked him. He was so happy to have been named Grand Marshall at the vets parade in Cripple Creek last year.
February 20, 2019
Please accept my deepest expressions of sympathy.May the loving memories you have shared together continue to warm your heart.psl.116:15.
B.A.
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