Search by Name

Search by Name

Johnny Keys

1953 - 2015

Johnny Keys obituary, 1953-2015, Yorkville, IL

BORN

1953

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Wallace Broadview Funeral Home - Broadview

2020 Roosevelt Road

Broadview, Illinois

Johnny Keys Obituary

Keys, Johnny Loving son, brother and uncle, was born in Chicago, IL on December 24, 1953, to the late Roberta Keys and Charlie Newell Everett. He was called home on April 29, 2015. He worked for Crossroads Adult Transition Center, where he ran the Anger Clinic for Men. He leaves to cherish his loving memories, his sister, Bobbi J. Lyles (Melvin); two nephews, Damien J. Lyles Sr. (Tameka), and DeMarcus J. Lyles; two great-nephews; one great-niece; three aunts, Mozell Keys of Chicago, IL, Earlvine Kelly of Aurora, IL, and Bea Kelly of Chicago, IL; and a host of cousins and devoted friends. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2015 from 3:00-8:00 p.m. The wake and funeral services will be held on Friday, May 8, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Wallace Broadview Funeral Home, 2020 Roosevelt Rd., Broadview, IL 60155.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 6, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Johnny Keys

Sponsored by Chicago Sun-Times.

Not sure what to say?





BERNARD C CAMPBEL iii

July 23, 2024

IM JUST WILD ABOUT BEYOND THE GREENHAMMED DOOR

Bobbi Lyles

April 30, 2023

May 16, 2015

To cousin Jean; May God give you & family the strength to cope with this most difficult time Brother's premature passing is shocking and hard to deal with. He'll be missed tremendously as he made a positive impact on so many lives. "ABSOLUTELY" gonna miss that beautiful smile. What a charmer.

Brian (BC) HINES JR

May 14, 2015

To my best friend......words cannot describe how I miss u......as I stand outside in back of my house....I can see u either driving the ( J MOBILE) BLUE REGAL......OR WALKING PASS.....I hope you know how much you were loved.......Miss u Johnny keys!

Mildred Parnell

May 13, 2015

Gone miss you, doing the holidays. See you in the next life.

Pat

May 9, 2015

I am sorry for the loss of your dear love one. May the God of all comfort surrounds you with his tender mercy during your time of grief. (Psalms 46:6)

Joseph Nowak

May 9, 2015

Thank you Mr. Keys for the chance to meet you when I was a resident at Crossroads Adult Transition center. I completed your course along with many others and im thankful for all the positive paths you gave options to take. You were a great person as well as educated! Thank you again for the positive impact on my life! You will be missed.

Johnny L Green

May 7, 2015

To Bobbi Lyles: May you feel joy each time you remember the kind smile of your beloved brother, and the kindness he showed beyond that smile to others.

Mona and Andrew

May 7, 2015

Our heartfelt condolences go out to you all. We will surely miss the presence of a truly loveable and kind person. God Bless---Mona and Andrew

May 6, 2015

My condolences to the famiy with prayer & love.
Rosemary Slack-Payton

Stephanie Hord

May 6, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you family as we go through this time of need. You have my deepest sympathy. We love you.❤❤❤ The Hord Family

Deborah Banks

May 6, 2015

To Bobbi Lyles and family. My condolences in the loss of John. I will continually pray for your family. Deborah Banks.

May 6, 2015

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

J Morris

May 6, 2015

May the God of all comfort give you the strength and ability to endure the difficult days and weeks ahead. Psalms 83:18.

Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results

Make a Donation
in Johnny Keys's name

Memorial Events
for Johnny Keys

May

7

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Wallace Broadview Funeral Home - Broadview

2020 Roosevelt Road, Broadview, IL 60155

May

8

Funeral service

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Wallace Broadview Funeral Home - Broadview

2020 Roosevelt Road, Broadview, IL 60155

Funeral services provided by:

Wallace Broadview Funeral Home - Broadview

2020 Roosevelt Road, Broadview, IL 60155

How to support Johnny's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Johnny Keys's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more