Troy Lee Keys

Troy Lee Keys July 29th, 1934 – November 23rd, 2021 Troy was born July 29th, 1934 in Checotah, Oklahoma the fifth child of Jesse and Lula Keys. He moved to California at the age of 17 and remained in California most of his life except for moving back to his roots for a short time only to return to California. Troy owned and worked as a steel fabricator and welder. He loved being with family and friends, being outdoors, hunting, fishing, and gardening. He loved everything country. He enjoyed buying and fixing up old classic cars, trucks, and broncos. He really enjoyed watching his team (Kansas City Chiefs) win. He enjoyed life! He is survived by his daughter Karla Wardlow and her husband Dave of Oceanside, Ca. His son Kenney Keys and wife Janie of Eufaula, Oklahoma, His sister Judy Shelton, and her husband Glen, 6 grandchildren, Eric, Justin, Robey, Corey, Katie and Kristin, 6 great grandchildren, Alex, Kennedy, Kamryn, Maddox, Drake, and Charlee, many nieces and nephews and friends. Troy was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Marie, and his youngest son Kevin Keys Schedule of Services Visitation Basham Funeral Care Chapel 3312 Niles Street Bakersfield, Ca. 93306 Monday December 13th, 2021 Private Family viewing at 10am Open viewing at 11am Service at 12 noon followed by a processional to the Arvin Cemetery (South Kern) Graveside Service Arvin Cemetery 15543 Vineland Road Arvin, California 93307