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rXxGoBALhWO posted a condolence
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Good point. I hadn't tohught about it quite that way. :)
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Larry and Mary Howard posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. Larry remembers the great times he had in Tucson with the gang-Ed Davis, Al Hall, Mike Pistor and Doug. One of the things that he will never forget is the sight of Doug, leading the ROTC band across the campus at the U of A. What a sight! Doug was a multi-talented individual. Bit was one of the gentlest persons I ever met. Doug and Bit, until we meet again.
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Richard "Richie" Cheatham posted a condolence
Monday, July 23, 2007
Dear Cami,Stuart, Sarah and Hamilton,
I just off the phone with Nancy about 10 minutes ago;she summers in Heber, Arizona now that she has retired from teaching and just got back from the Post office with a weeks worth of Daily Sun newspapers and called me. There are so may wonderful memories I have with your family and your Dad. Your home in Hettema was a joy for a young college student to house sit while you were on vacations. Cami we were freshmen and I came over to your house to watch man landing on the moon IN COLOR. The Checker Marathon and of course the sailboat. I remember screwing up your pool with a huge algae growth my second or third summer of "housesitting" and having a talk with "The Judge" about how to make it right. He paid me after a "firm" lecture on responsibility. I went home and faced Daddy Jack (Cheatham) and told him what I hadn't done with the pool. Walked back to your house (Dad took my car keys from me - after another lecture on responsibility and told me to give the money Doug had paid me). So, I trudged the road back to your house gave the money back and the two of us went into the guesthouse and talked some more. Boy it sucked being me that day. He told me a few funny stories about some of his screw ups - went into the kitchen for a few lemon drops a glass of Iced tea and when I was leaving he slipped the $100 back into my pocket and told me never to forget what it feels like to let someone down when you promise to take care of something and you shirk your responsibilities there are consequences. I've never forgotten that lesson and truly remember your Dad as firm but fair, but most of all,I remember him as a kind and gentle man. My heart goes aout to all of you during this sad time.
Love always,
Richie Cheatham (rbcheatham@hotmail.com)
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Theresa Byram Worthen posted a condolence
Monday, July 23, 2007
Cammie and Family,
So sorry to hear about your Dad, please accept my heartfelt condolence for your loss.
Take care and may God bless.
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William Nabours family posted a condolence
Monday, July 23, 2007
My father was, years ago, the other Superior Court judge. He now has dementia. He always spoke highly of Doug and felt like he finally had a partner in the Yuma court system. Our condolences to our fellow "Judge's family" . Jerry Nabours, Flagstaff
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Heather Osborn Stilley posted a condolence
Saturday, July 21, 2007
To the Keddie Kids: I have many fond memories of your parents and my parents and their long and enduring friendship. My parents had the highest respect for your Dad and his integrity and devotion to the law profession. They also loved his dry wit. Many years later when the Jongewards and your Dad were settled in Pismo I know my Mom enjoyed spending time with him and reminiscing about Yuma and discussing world events.
I remember the time Julie Wilhelmy and I TPed your house around midnight in Hettema. We were in the old blue bronco and we roared off screeching down the road thinking we had gotten away with it. The next day I had to fly out of San Diego and got a ride with the McVey's. We stopped at the marina on the way to the airport and who comes out of the cabin but none other than your Dad letting me know he saw me about 8 hours earlier! God, was I embarrassed. Cammie, thanks for going by and visiting with my Mom the other day....we really appreciate it. Take care and my thoughts are with you during this diffcult time. Love, Heather
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Tenaya Roberts posted a condolence
Saturday, July 21, 2007
To all the Keddie children: In the short time that I was in Yuma, I became very fond of the Keddie family. Sarah, remember when we drove to Tucson to see Paul McCartney and Wings? It was the summer of '76 and we drove the Scout. I still can't believe my parents let me go to Tucson being only 17. Anyway, on the way back to Yuma, we thought we ran out of gas, and I got in the car with some stranger to backtrack to Gila Bend to call your folks. Where were cell phones back then? Your dad drove all the way to rescue us, only to tell us that there was a second gas tank in the Scout. What a sweetheart your dad. And I'll never forget the Checker. Cool car. I guess it lives in Tucson now. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Wish I could be there in person to give you a big hug. Love you all. Hugs and kisses to Sarah Goon. Fondly, Tenaya (tenayaroberts@hotmail.com)
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Herb Heinsdorf posted a condolence
Saturday, July 21, 2007
I had met Doug and Bit Keddie at the Jongeward's home. A few evenings well spent in music, humor, and good feeling. Moments to be cherished. Never lost. My condolences to family and loved ones. Herb
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Kelli posted a condolence
Friday, July 20, 2007
Doug has left us all with so many wonderful memories to cherish. I wish I could be there to lift my glass high, sing a song and dance one last dance in his honor ~ I'll be with you all in spirit.
With much love~ Kelli
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LeeAnn Matthews posted a condolence
Friday, July 20, 2007
Cam and Family,
Just thinking of you and my thoughts are with you at this time. May you find strength and comfort in each other and remember the times and cherish all those memories. You are thought of so much. Love ya Lee Ann
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MB Spencer posted a condolence
Thursday, July 19, 2007
To the Keddie Children: What a remarkable man your father was. He had such a down-to-earth wisdom, quick wit, and just the most remarkable no-holds-barred laugh. I had the good fortune to work for the Superior Court in the early 80's. I was assigned to Division III. The Honorable Douglas Woods Keddie presided. There was Jane Pray, the Judge's secretary, and Joyce Shipp the court reporter, and loveable Roscoe Ivey, the Judge's bailiff. I learned so much about our judicial system in those years. Your father's wisdom, humor, and extraordinary intelligence served us all well. I asked Roscoe if I could give him a ride to the services on Saturday at the court house. He extends his apology but is unable to come due to his diabetes and his legs. Please know that your father will be missed. He was greatly respected and he was loved for the kindness he extended to those around him. I'm sure for those at the Courthouse and over at the Superior Court, those who go back 20 years plus, it must seem as though an era has passed.
I lift you all up to God's Marvelous Tender Mercies in your time of sorrow and loss. Sincerely, Marybeth
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Friends posted a condolence
Thursday, July 19, 2007
To the Keddie kids:
I am so sorry to hear of your father's death. Your family meant so much to Jim and his family. The stories of experiences that you all shared were fun and exciting to listen to. I remember how much Jackie missed your mom when she passed away. I am so very sure that many people will have the same feelings about your dad. I am sure his love will be with you forever. May God give you many moments of peace.
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Margaret S. Ware posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Dear all: You don't know me, but I knew Judge Keddie and am so saddened to hear of his passing. He had a special way about him which both commanded respect and put you at ease simultaneously. I had the honor of knowing him as 'Judge Keddie' and have thought of him with a special fondness often since he left Yuma. Just the thought of him always brings a smile to my face. He was a man who truely possessed wisdom and imparted that wisdom with justice and a warm heart.
My condolences to each of you at this time of loss of such a special member of your family. My prayer is for comfort in your loss and for special memories to linger in your hearts for many years to come. Margaret S. Ware (just an 'ol Yuma native.)
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Becky Palmer Taylor posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Sarah,
I wanted to express my condolences and share a fond memory. Your family always welcomed me into your home. I must have spent the night with you hundreds of times. I loved the atmosphere of the Keddie home. There was always something exciting going on! Everytime I spent the night your dad would make "silver dollar pancakes" for breakfast. He was so pleasant and had something clever to say while he was preparing the special dish for us. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Becky Palmer Taylor (rtaylor_4@hotmail.com)
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Jeff Byrd posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Ham, Stu, Sarah & Cami: I am very sorry to hear about" The Judge". The old guard from Hettema is just about all gone, very sad. However, we all possess indelible memories of growing up in a surreal neighborhood with people that were very unique and special. The Keddie family contributed greatly to that distinct legacy. Ham, maybe we can call Jim Iwan and have him build another snowman and toss snowballs at passing cars on Saturday. I can still taste all of the lemondrop's, I procured from the Keddie kitchen. If there is anything I can do to help, please let me know. Respectfully, Jeff Byrd
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Norman (Doug) Hall posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
I have nothing but fond memories of Doug, dating back to law school and the Maricopa County Attorney's office, circa 1957-58. I was sorry to see him leave Phoenix for Yuma, but it turned out the best for him. I always enjoyed seeing Doug through the years, usually in Phoenix or San Diego, but also, ocasionally at the Bar Convention, or later, Arizona Judicial Conference. He had an excellent sense of humor, somewhat self-depricating, but always funny. The world has become a little bit dimmer with his death, and never has the phrase, "Gone, but not forgotten", ever had more meaning. Doug
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Tom C. Cole posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Cami, Sarah, Stuart and Hamilton:
Just a note to assure you that you are not alone in your grief over your father's death. Doug Keddie meant a great deal to me when I first started practicing law with the law firm of Westover, Copple, Keddie and Choules. I could not have had a better mentor.
His retirement from the bench, just a few years after I had been appointed was bittersweet. Selfishly, I missed the ability to confer with him on legal issues knowing that his advice would be sound and, yet, also knowing that he needed to be with Bit.
As each of you probably know, your father had a great command of the English language and made skillful use of that as an attorney and judge in his legal writings.
The Governor of Arizona could not have selected a better attorney to serve as Arizona's representative on the National Uniform Laws Commission. His pride in that appointment was evident to all by the amount of time and effort he put into, and the pride he took, in carrying out his responsibilities as a member of that commission.
I consider myself fortunate to have known Doug, to have practiced law with him, to consider him as a friend, and to, also, to have served with him on the Superior Court bench as a judge in Yuma County.
Your father was a person of great wit, intelligence and compassion. He will be missed dearly. If there is anything I can do to help, please do not hesitate to ask.
Tom C. Cole
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