Donald R. Keith

(1921-2005)

Donald R. Keith of Mason City, died 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 7, 2005 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.  He was born September 6, 1921 to Jesse and Sara (Mulford) Keith.  He married Thelma Irene (Huffman) Keith on December 28, 1952.  Thelma died November 30, 2001. 

Survivors include: one brother, Harold Keith of Mason City, 2 sisters: Dorothy Krause of Mason City, Betty Emmons of Lincoln, 5 Nieces and 2 Nephews.

He was preceded in death by: His wife, parents, and brother Raymond.

Mr. Keith farmed just Northeast of Mason City until 1984.  He was then the owner/operator of Nashville Sound Country Opry in Mason City for 16 years.  He was also a member of the Mason City Christian Church.

Services for Mr. Keith will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 9, 2005 at Hurley Funeral Home in Mason City.  The Reverend Dustin Fulton will be officiating with burial in Mason City Cemetery.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Mason City Area Nursing Home.