Keith Alan Williams

Newport, New York

Keith Alan Williams, age 64, of Castle Road, Newport, passed away, peacefully, on Friday evening, October 15, 2021, with his loved ones at his bedside.

He was born on November 7, 1956, son of the late Lyman and Ruby (Burdick) Williams and received his education in the Stratford school. Keith proudly entered into service for his country enlisting with the US Army in 1976 and was honorably discharged in 1979. He was employed as a welder. Keith loved his Harley Davidson motorcycle and his many rides enjoying the outdoors. He loved hunting in his leisure time.

Survivors include his loving family: his daughter, Melissa Krick and husband, David, of Little Falls; four cherished grandchildren, Courtney, Miranda, Hunter and Breanna; three adored great-grandchildren, Nova, Ryker, Eastyn; a special nephew, Kevin Williams and Stephanie Worden; niece, Christine Day and Tim; nephew, Forrest Day and Julie; nieces, Roxanne Day and Beth Day; and several other nieces and nephews; a close friend, Thomas "Topper" Jackson and wife, Paula; close cousins, Willard Burdick and David Williams; and his beloved canine companion, Bucky. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his siblings, Lou Ann Day, on January 13, 2021, Kevin Williams, on September 19, 1993; and nephews, Jacob Day, on September 6, 1999 and Dennis Williams on August 19, 2017. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff, especially Dr. Shah in the ICU at Bassett Healthcare, Cooperstown, for their professionalism.

Relatives and friends are invited to visitation at Mohawk Valley Funerals and Cremations, 7507 State Route 5, between Little Falls and St. Johnsville, 315-508-5131, on Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 12 p.m. -2 p.m. A Celebration of Keith's Life will take place also on Saturday, commencing at 2 p.m. after visitation at MVFC. Military Honors will be offered. Burial will take place at a later date in Stratford Cemetery. Kindly consider and send memorial contributions, in his name, to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.