James "Gary" Keys's obituary , Passed away on September 28, 2026 in Union Star, Missouri

James "Gary" Keys

November 27, 1943 - September 28, 2026 (82 years old)

Union Star, Missouri

James "Gary" Keys's obituary , Passed away on September 28, 2026 in Union Star, Missouri

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James "Gary" Keys

November 27, 1943 - September 28, 2026 (82 years old)

Union Star, Missouri

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James Keys Obituary

The family of James Keys of Union Star, Missouri announces his passing on September 28, 2026. James, born on November 27, 1943, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Keys or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Gilbert and Louellyn M. Keys (French); his sister Margaret; and his brother-in-law Don McCullough. He is survived by: his children, Tim Keys (Dana), Tracy Dolcini and Tiffany Vaughn (Ty); his grandchildren, Brendan, Brittany, Dillan, Sean, Peyton, Grayson, Keaton, Noah and Brady; his great grandchildren, Liley, Brayden, Ian and Sadie; and his sister Virginia McCullough. He is also survived by 4 nieces.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 1st 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory (5005 Frederick Ave, Suite A, St Joseph, MO 64506). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 2nd 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Union Star United Methodist Church (475 Cedar St, Union Star, MO 64494).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory



Thu

Oct 01

Visitation

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory
5005 Frederick Ave, Suite A, St Joseph, MO 64506

Fri

Oct 02

Funeral service

10:00 AM

Union Star United Methodist Church
475 Cedar St, Union Star, MO 64494

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