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Keith Young Obituary
Keith is survived by a doting grandmother, Mrs. Susie M. Young, who raised him; his mother, Billie Jean Young of Marion, Alabama; his father, Willie James Rackley of Butler, Alabama; two sons, Jarkeith Ruffin of Laverne, Tennessee and Malachi Dubose of Tuscaloosa, Alabama; and eight siblings, Anthony Young, Scottie Rackley, Anthony Williams, Darius Rackley, Kelvin Rackley, Leonardo Chaney, Chardick Coleman, and Angie Rackley.
In an interview with his mother on December 30, 2009, Keith shared some of his philosophy on life: “…I attribute to my Mama who I am today, how I handle my own life. Mama (is) a great ambassador and diplomat…I attribute to Mama the way I deal with people today because I learned about life from her, Mama dealt with all kinds of people. That is why I can live in Pennington, Alabama today and survive, and live my life. Mama taught you about taking nothing and making something happen. She would say, “It's just life, baby. You got to live your life. You make mistakes, you just go on. That's life.” (Keith A. Young, from: Now, How You Do? A Memoir, 2010)
Services for Pennington, Alabama Town Councilmember, Keith Allen Young, 42, will be held Saturday, June 12, 2010, at high noon, at Choctaw County High School (gymtorium) 277 Tom Orr Drive, Butler, Alabama 36904. Visitation will be at Weatherly-Studdard Memorial Chapel on Friday, June 11, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial expressions may be sent to the Keith Allen Young Memorial Fund at 302 East Lafayette Street, Marion, Alabama in care of Billie Jean Young.
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Memories and Condolences
for Keith Young
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Glenda Williamd
June 3, 2019
You were a young Gaint among men! Your legacy has produced two beautiful young men and a little Graceson... Taken too soon, and Missed dearly. I still appreciate your amazing leadership standards.... they are still hard to challenge.
Glenda Marie Williams
March 6, 2016
2016, March 6,... Never forgetting you or how your presence trsnsformed space and time.
malachi dubose
November 12, 2012
hi dad i hope youre doing good up there im in the 6th grade now with all a's i love u
April 25, 2012
I miss you so much,Baby.
malachi dubose
December 6, 2011
ill see you again one day /malachi dubose
Aiyana Rackley
February 21, 2011
still missing you im in school tho
Sandra Bryant
February 17, 2011
I miss you Keith. My visits to Alabama won't be the same without coming to reside you with your welcoming and loving spirit.
Aiyana Rackley
January 3, 2011
I miss you uncle Keith. RIP
Keyuna Cameron
December 15, 2010
My world is not the same now that you are gone.
Jerry Leggett
August 16, 2010
Sad to hear the news of Keith's death. I am sending his beloved mother, Billie Jean my best wishes and a warm aloha from Hawaii Island.
Jeffrey Dickinson
July 24, 2010
My classmate Keith was one the nicest fellows in school. Always cool with me and everybody. You will always be honored by me. REST IN PEACE!!! A BETTER PLACE AWAIT!!!!!
Betty (Smokie) ezell
July 16, 2010
Rest in peace my friend (Big Daddy) we have had many laughter together and a lot of memories. I miss you more than anyone can imagine.I will always love you.
Marketia Black
July 9, 2010
Keith you will be missed greatly because you were a inspiration to all.
Akira Benison
July 9, 2010
Coach Young you will forever be remembered and missed...you are now without pain and suffering...rest in peace, you are in good company-
Lepolean Morrisette
July 8, 2010
So soon! RIP seems like only yesterday I could see you smile as I attended your class. You will be missed greatly.
Pamela Jackson
July 8, 2010
My dear classmate Keith...your humble spirit will forever remain a part of CCHS Class of 1985. We will celebrate our 25th reunion in honor of you. RIP brother!
July 8, 2010
Rest in peace my friend. Truly, you will be missed. Thank you for being such a wonderful friend and classmate.
PAMELA BROWN
July 8, 2010
GOD ONLY WANTS TRUE SOLDIERS, SO HE CALLED U HOME. KEITH U LIVED A GOOD LIFE AND U WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND. LOVE U BUT GOD LOVES U BEST
Maurice Sealey
July 8, 2010
Keith (CAREBEAR) Young, I will miss having you as a friend.I know you are so glad to be with Jesus.I will never forget you. Love you always.
Eric Rodgers
July 8, 2010
Rest in peace my brother.
Jonathan Adams
July 8, 2010
With my deepest sympathy. To the Young and Rackley family. May God continue to bless you and keep you
Dominique Mitchell
July 8, 2010
Coach Young, you will definitely be missed. You was such an inspirtation and mentor to us all.
And to the Young and Rackley family, be strong and hang in there. Remember, God doesn't make any mistakes. Coach is now in a better place. Be Blessed!!!
Cynthia Williams
July 8, 2010
To my classmate and my friend, CAREBEAR! Words can not say how much I miss you, your friendship, kind words, smile, your pimp, just you. I will always have a special place in my heart, having class meeting are very difficult now because so many times I want to ask the question "Is Keith coming to this meeting?", but that is a question that the answer will always be "YES", your spirit is there and you will never leave our side. You served your duty as Class President with gladness, and we will forever move forward with the leadership you gave us. God gave us a precious gift in you, and we love you, but God love you Best. Loved by many, missed by many, forever in our heart. LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU, MY FOREVER CAREBEAR. Your classmate(Choctaw County High School Class of 1985)and forever friend, Cynthia Traylor Williams
Sandra Bryant
June 30, 2010
My sweet cousin (brother as you were)words can't begin to say how much I miss you. Your smile, those kind words you had for all, your peaceful presence that made talking and laughing with you the best part of my visit home. Visiting Alabama will never be the same. I love you so, but God loves you move and he needed a bright star to shine in his name. I know you are at peace now and looking down on all of us who loved you. I thank God for you and your mother and father for sharing you with us. Forever your Sister, Toosie.
Glenda Marie Young Williams
June 19, 2010
We have lost a great man, mentor, son, grandson, nephew, cousin, brother, father, friend, coach, classmate, soundman, master chef, hunter, athlete, teacher, historian, councilman, neighbor and Christian.
“That which hath been is now; and that which is to be hath already been; and God requireth that which is past.” (Ecclesiastes 3:15)
Whether the sun rises or sets, whether the wind blows are peace be still, whether seasons come and go it has been my true honor to have lived, loved, prayed and laughed with you!
Dora Capers Penn Family
June 17, 2010
To: The Family & Friends
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May the Lord continue to strengthen you now and forever more.
Regina James-Ridgeway
June 13, 2010
Keith you were a great friend to me and you will truly be missed. My sympathy goes out to the Young and Rackley Family. God Bless You All.
Regina James-Ridgeway
June 12, 2010
To a dear friend & classmate, you will be truly mis. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family.
Charles Moss
Phenix City, Al.
Audrey Cunningham
June 11, 2010
Deepest sympathy to the Young and Rackley families during your time of bereavement. May God strengthen each of you and bless you with the courage to go on.
June 11, 2010
Keith we will all miss you at DaVita Demopolis. We love you and will forever cherish the laughs and good times. Rest in peace and in love.
Audrey, Barbara, Viola, Wanna, and Stephanie
Laferris (Marco) Williams
June 11, 2010
Thanks COACH you inspired me to play football my Senior year, and thanks for the encouraging words before the games you will be missed COACH.
Tiffany Hardge Ruffin
June 11, 2010
Sympathy goes out to the Young and Rackley family in your time of bereavement. May GOD continue to make you strong.
Tracedra Smith
June 10, 2010
With my deepest sympathy. To the Young and Rackley family. May God continue to bless you and keep you.
Gregory Harvey
June 10, 2010
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Young and Rackley families. Keith was a good friend and an even greater person.
KATRINA RUFFIN-PROCTOR
June 10, 2010
TO A GREAT MAN AND FRIEND TO ALL THAT KNEW YOU.. REST NOW FRIEND. YOU WILL BE MISSED BY MANY..YOU ALWAYS PLAYED MY FAVORITE SONG...
Charles D. Edwards
June 10, 2010
I would like to offer my deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of Keith Allen Young.
May God Bless You.
patricia pogue
June 10, 2010
Keith will be miss from ours family but god know best to the young family you have ours deepest sympathies.
POGUE FAMILY PENNINGTON,AL
Beverly Campbell- Rodgers
June 10, 2010
With My Deepest Sympathy! My Prayers are with the family; Stay strong and May God Continue to show his abiding love in your most bereaved hours!!
Minister Lynn D. Campbell
June 10, 2010
Gone, but not forgotten!! May The Lord continue to watch over your beloved family...With heartfelt sympathy, Minister Lynn D. Campbell and family.
Vickey Whitted
June 10, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Young/Rackley family(my family), Hold on to God's unchanging hand.
A. Wayne Longmire
June 10, 2010
To the Keith Young family: You have my deepest sympathy and I will keep the family in prayer.
Principal
Choctaw County Elementary School
Butler, Alabama
Tina Manley
June 10, 2010
Thanks for being a good friend and you will be missed.
Tina Manley
Vanessa Woodard
June 10, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Keith was a wonderful person and friend.
Commissioner Tony Cherry
June 10, 2010
You will be missed Keith: to the family: O GIVE THANKS UNTO THE LORD, FOR HE IS GOOD: FOR HIS MERCY ENDURETH FOREVER. AMEN PSALM 107-1
June 10, 2010
keith brown and family
Teresia Williams
June 10, 2010
You will be missed my friend, and I will always treasure the memories.
valerie gaines-eddie
June 10, 2010
"Keith you will be missed by all who loved and knew you.we loved you but God loves you best. Our prayers are with your family May God continue to bless you through this trying time. Valerie Gaines Eddie {Pennington,AL)
Jan Tanner
June 9, 2010
Keith you will be missed greatly by your Davita Family. You were a kind God fearing man. Prayers for all of your famly!!!!!
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