Keith A. Lexby
Of Arlington Heights

Our champion and hero Keith A. Lexby died on November 7, 2009. He was the loving and devoted son of Luella M. Lexby and the late Leif Kenneth Lexby. He was the cherished brother of Lester K. Lexby, Lynn M. Nash, Kathleen A. (James) McMahon and Judith M. Lexby. Keith was the adored uncle of Robert K. Nash, the late Jason R. Nash, Andrew S. McMahon, Caitlin N. McMahon and Kenneth J. McMahon.

Born on December 4, 1956, Keith was a man of faith, a devoted worker at Universal Chemicals and Coatings, Inc. for 30 years, and a faithful and giving friend to many. He graduated from Prospect High School, Wheaton College, and the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University.

The cornerstone of Keith’s life was his faith which helped him through many personal losses and serious illnesses. Keith’s love of family and friends was his foundation. He continually gave and gave with no expectation of reward or repayment.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Thursday, November 12, 2009 at Glueckert Funeral Home, Ltd., 1520 N. Arlington Heights Rd., Arlington Heights. He will lie in state from 10:00 AM until time of service 11:00 AM Friday, November 13, 2009 at The Orchard Evangelical Free Church, 1330 N. Douglas, Arlington Heights. Burial will be in Memory Gardens Cemetery, Arlington Heights.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Child Evangelism, Salem Christian School, The Orchard Evangelical Free Church, or Operation Support Our Troops, Illinois.