The Reverend Keith W. Beaver went to be with his Lord and Savior whom he loved and served, on September 23, 2011, surrounded by his loved ones.
Keith William Beaver was born October 6, 1930 in Oconomowoc, WI the son of Emmanuel and Elaine (Rush) Beaver. He moved to Milwaukee, WI at the age of 12 and was confirmed there at Pentecost Lutheran church. He later graduated from Washington High School. In 1953 he graduated from Wartburg College in Waverly, IA and entered Northwestern Lutheran Seminary from which he graduated in June of 1956. On June 25, 1956 Keith was joined in marriage to Mary Alice Skay and accepted his first call to a mission congregation, King of Glory Lutheran Church, in Milwaukee, WI. Keith was ordained in Milwaukee on July 8, 1956 and served there for eight years. In October of 1964 Keith accepted a call from a newly organized congregation, Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Rochester, MN. Keith served this church for 30 years until his retirement in 1993. Keith and Mary moved to Barnes, WI where he continued to serve the Lord doing interim ministry and preaching in numerous area churches, his last service being at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Iron River, WI on September 4, 2011. Throughout his life Keith enjoyed athletics and ran five marathons and several triathlons including an Iron Man competition. Keith also enjoyed preaching, fishing, hunting, cheering for the Packers, and traveling with Mary in his little Scamp trailer. Most of all Keith loved being Grandpa, (Boompa) and playing with his six grandsons.
Keith is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary; three children, Kurt (Cindy) of Rosemont, MN; Christine (Eric) Neff of Barnes, WI; Karl (Jackie) of Rochester, MN; six grandsons whom he felt privileged to have personally baptized: Stephen, Matthew, Andrew, Joshua, Kaleb and Christian. He is also survived by five nephews and two nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Jean Ager.
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September 21, 2012
Donna and Ted Callahan
Mary, It doesn't seem real yet that Pastor Beaver is gone. We saw your son in church on Sunday. It was great to see him. Just wanted to let you know we think of Pastor often and miss him. God Bless you and your family.
November 28, 2011
Dick Hegal
Mary, we just read in the Lutheran of Keith's death. We are so thankful of the times we had with you 2, especially on that Synod committee for the pastors' retreats. God bless and keep you till we are all at home with the Lord...
Dick & Norma Hegal
October 20, 2011
Rev. Cheri Johnson
The people of Pentecost and their partner congregation, Divine Word, were sad to hear the news of the death of Pastor Beaver. We hold you all in our prayers and give thanks for the life and ministry of Pastor Beaver.
God's peace by with you,
Pastor Cheri Johnson, Interim Pastor Pentecost/Divine Word, Milwaukee
October 17, 2011
Mary and family
October 5, 2011
kristy Mesenbrink McGee
Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
September 30, 2011
We would like to express our sympathy to Pastor Beaver's family. We truly enjoyed the time that he spent in Iron River being our interim pastor. We were so lucky to have had him preach on Sept. 4th at our church. We feel that he is not only our Pastor but a good friend as well. God Bless all of you.
Ted and Donna Callahan - Iron River, WI
September 30, 2011
Janelle Eddingsaas Smith
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
September 30, 2011
Brenda Kittleson
Karl, Jackie and Family ~
So sorry to hear about the sudden, unexpected loss of your father. My sympathy goes to your entire family at this very difficult time. God bless.
September 29, 2011
Dayle Quigley
Dear Cris and family,
I'm sorry to hear of Pastor Beaver's passing. He was a blessing to everyone he met. Unfortunately I will miss the viewing and the funeral due to my schedule in the Emergency Room but I will be thinking of you all.
September 29, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Take care. Pr. Dick & Judy Hane
September 29, 2011
Violet & Howard Helland
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
September 29, 2011
Bob and Darlene Eddingsaas
September 29, 2011
Bob and Darlene Eddingsaas
Our prayers are with you and your family Mary. Keith was a wonderful pastor and friend to us. God bless your family.
Bob and Darlene Eddingsaas
Rochester, MN
September 28, 2011
Phil * Cindy Knapp
Pastor Beaver was such a warm and caring person. He visited our home following the death of our pet dog and gave such a wonderful and meaningful short service. Following, he needed to stay and discuss how we liked our SCAMP camper, as he loved to camp!! We really loved that!
God Bless your family at this time.
Phil & Cindy Knapp
Iron River
September 28, 2011
Judy, Roger Haugen
Beaver Family: We express our sympathy to your family in the loss of your loved one. You have a very special family and we know that your religious beliefs will help you through this part of your life. May God be with you.
September 28, 2011
Ron &Marcia bartel
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 28, 2011
Margaret Pellegrini
My prayers are with the Beaver family at this difficult time. I know that Keith served God with all of his heart, mind, and strength. May God bless him amply and welcome him with open arms. May God also be with Keith's family and friends at this time, to comfort them in this time of sorrow.
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