Keith Wilkinson Obituary

I am not going to try and blow sunshine at his life or memory. Keith never wanted or needed anyone to do that. The spotlight followed him in whatever he did and wherever he went. Was he perfect? No. But he never bowed in the face of adversity and always seemed to have a smile to pass on to others. He was genuine to himself.
His courage and strength were on full display over the past year as he struggled with illness. I am grateful for his example how he did not go quietly into the night. There is a measure peace to be found in that. I can only grieve his passing and hope that through the lives his children we can see his spark carry on into this world. But I will always wonder what else could have been with Keith with us.

I have wonderful memories of Keith through Pine Creek basketball and his amazing children. He always had a smile. He is missed.

Dear Grant, Grace and entire Wilkinson family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I have such great memories of Keith playing in the Turkey Bowl laughing, joking and talking trash after the game. We are all saddened by your loss.

Keith was a great friend to our family and Stephanie, Riley, Katie and I are are all speechless and heartbroken with his sudden passing. His memory will always bring smiles to our faces and his life had an impact on all of us more than we can express. Love you, Keith.

I graduated from Rampart with Keith. He was so likeable and always a good guy to be around. I can still picture him wearing a bucket hat to class, and his unforgettable voice and laugh. I was really sad to hear of him passing, and my prayers are with his family.

We weren't close but he sure was one of the nicest people I knew in High School. God Bless y'all and God Bless Keith.

Keith was a supportive and caring parent to Grace and Grant. I observed his joyous spirit and friendly manner when he came to MVES to support them in activities. I know he will be missed by many.

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Love you all..

I knew Keith as a loving and supportive parent to Grace and Grant. I was principal at the elementary school where they attended and Keith was often in the school supporting their many activities. His joyous smile and friendly greetings will long be remembered by the staff at MVES.

Keith was one of my (and everyone else’s) favorite person’s to be around in High School, and well after. He thought highly of me as a teammate on the basketball court, but I always respected him more for who he was as a person. I have never met anyone that had a bad thing to say about Keith, and never in my life did I hear him utter anything but love, care, and concern for others in his life. Your entire family is made up of good hearted people. I remember how Keith’s Parents would always have encouraging things to say to me no matter how good or bad I played after a basketball game. It’s no wonder how you all turned out so kindhearted and empathetic.

As much as I want to call him right now and tell him all of this, I know that the only thing I can (and will) do is try to live up to his standard of kindness and empathy for as long as the lord will allow me. We have lost a great human being, but his legacy will live on forever. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this difficult time. I am sorry for your loss.

Keith and the Wilkinson family were my first friends in Colorado after my family relocated to Colorado Springs from Texas. I will never forget hearing Keith and his siblings playing soccer in their backyard, and me, a lonely kid looking for ANYONE to connect with in a new place, sheepishly asking them if I could join in their play. They welcomed me with open arms, helped me get connected into the local soccer club, and from that point forward, it felt like home. I will always be grateful for that day and our friendship since then. Keith is gone much too soon. My heart breaks for his kids, his family, and his many, many friends he has made over his lifetime. "Eternal rest, grant unto them O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace."

Keith left a lot of great memories for all of us to hold on to. I will think of him often. My thoughts go out to Grant and the rest of the family. May peace be with you all.

I am saddened to hear of Keith’s passing. He was a kind and special person and his kids are the truest reflection of that. My deepest condolences to the whole Wilkinson family.

He is with God and will always be with you.