Keith M. Shaw, 81, died Monday, March 17, 2008 at his residence in Clearwater, Florida. He was born in Terre Haute, Indiana on July 3, 1926, the son of Charles and Eva Ford Shaw. Keith was a member of the Naval Air Corps during World War II, and was later employed by the Terre Haute Fire Department as a member of their “Action Track” fire crew with the Indianapolis 500. Locally, he served twelve years with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Department, attaining the rank of Sergeant. He was a singer/songwriter for many years and started his first band, the Wash Valley Ramblers. Later in life, he grouped with friends Dennis, Debbie, his wife, Janetta, and son, Jerry, and formed the Salt Water Ramblers that played at nursing homes, churches, and festivals. Keith enjoyed his music, camping with family and friends, playing Bingo at Holiday Ranch, motorcycling, go-carts, and hiking. He was a member of the Lakeview Baptist Church, the American Legion in Clearwater, a Blue Lodge and 32nd Degree Maosn, and active with the Shriners.
Keith is survived by his wife of 37 years, Janetta, of Clearwater; two daughters: Terri Vencel of Terre Haute, IN, and Sherry Campagna of Clearwater, FL; five sons: Dirk Shaw of Indianapolis, IN, Kevin Shaw, Jerry Bell, and Larry Bell, all of Clearwater, FL, and Gary Bell of Largo, FL; his brother, Jack Shaw; 21 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents; sisters: Thelma Shaw Elinger, Nelledith Shaw Long, and Kathleen Shaw Atterson; and brothers: Merrel, Charles, and Irwin.
Should friend desire, donations may be made to the Lakeview Baptist Coffee House, 1430 Belleair Road, Clearwater, FL 33756 in memory of the life of Keith M. Shaw.
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Words can not express how we felt about Keith. The music, camping and just going out to eat. There’s a “Teardrop on a Rose” and it will never dry. He’s going to be missed but we know he’s in a better place and keeping everyone entertained in Heaven. Let us know if there’s anything else we can do for you. We love you guys.
Dennis and Diane
Janette and Family, we are so sorry to hear about Keith. Our hearts and prayers are with you. We miss the festivals and will always remember y’all and the good times we had. I loved to hear him play the DoBro. Steve just left here and said to tell you how sorry he is and he will have you in his prayers and if we get back down, we’d love to see you. Hang in there!
Kieth was a funny guy and a wonderful man. I will truly miss him.
Nancy and Dave couldn’t get through on their computer so they asked that we forward this to you and your family.
Keith will truly be missed – we were shocked to hear of his passing. You will be in our prayers and thoughts.
Grandpa
sadness
down my
face I
heard what
happened
I miss you, Grandpa
he’s gone forever
I am sad for good.
I MAY NOT HAVE MUCH WORLDLY FAME
OR HAVE MUCH MONEY TO MY NAME
BUT I KNOW THAT I CAN REACH MY GOAL
MY JESUS FEEDS MY HEART and SOUL
WHEN TIMES ARE HARD and THINGS GO BAD
and MUCH OCCURS TO MAKE ME SAD
I GOT DOWN ON MY KNEES TO PRAY
THAT GOD WILL GET ME THRU THE DAY
AND THEN I SEEM TO SEE THE LIGHT
THAT GOD WILL GET ME THRU THE NIGHT
HIS LOVE WILL BRIGHTEN UP THE WAY
and CHASE THE GLOOMY SPELLS AWAY
WRITTEN BY KEITH 2008
THERE’S COMING A TIME ON THE GREAT JUDGMENT MORNING
WHEN THE SAVIOR WILL WELCOME YOU HOME
WILL YOU BE PREPARED, FOR THE JOURNEY IN HEAVEN
ON THE GREAT SHIP THAT CARRIES GODS CHOSEN ONE HOME
OH THE WATERS SO DEEP ON THE RIVER OF JORDAN
andTHE LIGHT SHINES SO BRIGHT, FOR HEAVEN ABOVE
and THE MIDNIGHT IS FAR, THE NEW DAY IS DAWNING
FROM HEAVEN ON HIGH, ON THE GREAT SHIP WILL ANCHOR ON THE HARBOR OF LOVE
IF YOU WANDERING IN SIN, AWAY FROM GOD’S TEACHING
WON’T YOU ASK HIM TO SHOW YOU THE WAY
FALL DOWN ON YOUR KNEES, IN THE CHAPEL NEXT SUNDAY
and MEET ALL YOU FRIENDS, UP IN HEAVEN SOME DAY
WRITTEN BY KEITH M SHAW 2008