Keith Kinlaw, 69, of Belton, passed away Tuesday, December 6th.
Graveside Service: 11AM Saturday, December 10th at China Spring Cemetery with Rev. Dick Wooten officiating. Masonic rites will be rendered by local Masonic Lodge #92.
Visitation: 6 to 8PM Friday, December 9th at Lake Shore Funeral Home, 5201 Steinbeck Bend in Waco.
Keith was born October 27, 1947 in Lumberton, NC to Wilbur and Mary Wright Kinlaw. He graduated in 1965 from Robinson High School. Prior to college, Keith worked on the Katy Railroad. In 1970, he graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelors of Science degree in mechanical engineering. He had a 35 year career in engineering, retiring in 2009. Keith was an avid fisherman and especially loved to fish with family and friends. He was also actively involved in several bass clubs. He was a Past Master Mason and was a member of local Masonic Lodge #92.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Hilda Angland.
Survivors include his children, Chris Kinlaw and wife Cathy of China Spring, Rebecca Kistin Maynard and husband Mark of Hewitt, and Kourtni Parnell and husband Kevin of Woodway; six grandchildren, Kayleigh, Emilyann, Mollie, Grant, Emma, and Peyton.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Contact Information:
Lake Shore Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Place of Service: China Spring Cemetery , 17000 Old China Spring Rd,; China Spring, TX 76633
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To the Kinda Family,
My sincerest condolences on the loss of Mr. Keith. He was a solid and good man, the best of neighbors to my parents, Joe and Elisabeth Hardeman. After my Dad’s passing in 2011, it was a comfort knowing that he was right across the street from my Mom. He will be missed.
Our prayers go out to you during this time of your loss.
To the Kinlaw Family,
My sincerest condolences on the loss of Mr. Keith. He was a solid and good man, the best of neighbors to my parents, Joe and Elisabeth Hardeman. After my Dad’s passing in 2011, it was a comfort knowing that he was right across the street from my Mom. He will be missed.
Our prayers go out to you during this time of your loss.
Doug and JeanAnn Bird
to the Kinlaw’s
my sincerest condolences on the loss of Keith. he was a great man and great friend I meet him 3yrs ago at bass club and immediately knew i wanted to fish with him and become friends with Keith. it finally happened and now i along with many people have lost a true friend .my idea of heaven is a big lake with a boat ,rods, reels and lures I know I will meet Keith up there and he will haven the lake scouted out for me
I was hired by Kieth 22 years ago, I enjoyed working with him and learning from him, he was a very smart man. I have some good memories of our times together. My condolences his family.
Our hearts and thoughts go out to the family.
I had the privilege of working with Keith as well as a neighbor and friend.
He excelled at many things, great Engineer and fisherman!
Keith will be missed by so many.
My sincerest condolences to the family
Keith was one of my best friends more family to me. He and I spent countless days and hours fishing in tournaments. Keith was a true friend to everyone and he loved working with the youth and taking them fishing. I’m glad to have had the privilege of knowing such a great man, I will truly miss him.
Even though I only knew Keith for about two years,he was an amazing person, I learned a lot from him, He was a good mentor, always willing to go out of his way to help any one any time. His passing was a great shock. He will be greatly missed, May he rest in peace. My deepest condolences to his family on their loss,
Chris – Kisten and Kourtni : I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I know it’s hard but he loved you 3 above and beyond. Keep hold of all the good memories and this will get better. Marian Walker Hoaglan
Our hearts are hurting for you all, take some comfort in knowing he’s in a much better place with his Father above. Prayers for strength, comfort, understanding and peace. What a wonderful man he was, we love you all so very much Kistin.
My condolences to the family. Keith hired me in 1994 at wilsonart in the electrical dept.
i had alot of respect for Keith and learned a great deal from him. He always paid attention to
detail. Rest in peace Keith.
So difficult to believe this is real. He loved his kids and grandkids with his whole heart and I am so happy to know that he finally was able to find the joy they gave to him. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him and cared so deeply for his happiness. Rest in peace, dear Keith. Will see you again one day!
Chris and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
may you find peace and comfort in the prayers and thoughts from others.
Kistin and Mark,
I just saw the orbit about Keith and wanted to let you know you will be in my thoughts and prayers. I hadn’t seen Keith in several years and had not been in touch in several years after I stopped fishing HOT. The last time I got to see Keith was out on Lake Waco fishing, imagine that. I had boat trouble and a guy happen to be heading in to the cove I was coming out of. As he got closer I recognized him and he gave me a ride across the lake to get my truck and drive around to load the boat up. Keith was always willing to help out. We had fun the year we fished HOT together and ended up the year on Choke Canyon for the Championship, we placed 2nd in that tournament and Keith was as happy as could be, made for a quick drive back to Belton. I know you guy’s will miss him but have lots of fond memory’s.