To Keith’s family:
Today is 7/30/24 and something made me Google him and to my surprise I read he had died, I am so  sorry.   I didn’t really know him at Stanford but I sent him this note via LinkedIn on  3/10/20 since he helped create a lasting memory for me:

“ Hi Keith, doubt u remember me.
I was looking at the 1984 NBA draft list today, saw your name.  We played two games of 1-on-1 at old Roble Gym at Stanford one afternoon in 1980.  You won one, I won one; prior to your frosh season, I didn’t know you were on the team.  Silly me, I was looking to recruit you to my intramural team before I realized you’re on The Team.  Being a 5’10” Japanese-American baller from Crenshaw who lived to play hoops day and night, I thought I was a good shooter, beating you remains one of my highlights even if no one else can document it occurred.  You did swoop from the right baseline to dunk on me, and you tried to pin my game-winning lay-up, still vivid in my 61 y/o mind.

Glad to see you had a great Cardinal career.
I’m a hoops junkie. I remember the announcement of your signing, a dude from Phoenix Union HS, hoping you would bring respectability to years of being the PAC-10 doormat.
Our paths crossed somewhat - I was a Kaiser Permanente/TPMG physician from 1993-2018 before retiring.
No longer ballin’, just shooting at the YMCA when I workout.

Wish you well, brother!

Dennis Nakamura, M.D.
in the SF Bay Area

Keith was my coach at a Stanford basketball camp in the Summer of 1987 when I was a sophomore in high school.  He taught me so well I was awarded best defender of the entire camp.  His kindness, demeanor,  and overall charisma made such a huge impression on me.  I have never forgotten him for the confidence he instilled in me at a very vulnerable time of my life.  Thanks coach.

Keith was a good man. I worked with Keith  at Kaiser Permanente. I especially enjoyed our conversations about sports. He will be greatly missed. I pray for strength in the family and God's peace that surpasses all understanding. 

My deepest sympathy are with the family and sadden to hear the news!! Knowing Keith was a privilege and a blessing.  I use to  work with Keith at Kaiser Permanente. You have my most sincere condolences and are in prayers for your loss. 

Extremely shocking to learn of my brothers death through the internet. 😢 💔 Love you Bro & May your Soul fly high with Mama’s, and your Baby Sister Donisha  🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” | Psalm 147:3

He was a kind man that I had the pleasure of knowing!

We were very saddened to learn of Keith’s passing.
We’ll miss him as our neighbor. It was a privilege to know him.
Rory and Mary

I worked with Keith at Kaiser Permanente.  

Keith Jones, as I remember is a soft spoken interesting, smart man who can tell a joke that some people may not get it until a few hours later. He made some of the best decisions without having to really think about it.   He was well known at Kaiser Permanente and will never be forgotten.  I'm sure his son is very proud of him and will miss very much.  

Our family enjoyed visiting  Chick and Ruth’s and remembered him sitting and talking with us. Keith was so kind and easy to talk to at the restaurant. Our condolences to your family. He will be missed.  

I will always remember Keith as a friend, a mentor and someone easy to talk to. He was passionate about life and had a genuine love for his business as well as people. I will miss being able to call him and talk and laugh. May he arrest in Peace. God  bless and keep Spencer.

Very moving to read and I am touched.

My sympathies!
A great loss for the family and friends.
Kevin

Spencer
Words can’t express how deeply saddened we are to hear of your loss-

We send you thoughts of comfort and prayers.

May the soul of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest In Peace. Amen

We will remember your Dad as a remarkable human being.

We enjoyed the times we spent with you and your Dad.

Love,
June and Anthony Falcone 

I first met Keith in 1992 when I went to him for some advice on a promotion I was applying for.  I was hoping to get 30 minutes of his time and instead he spent hours telling me everything I'd need to know for the new job (I got the job because of Keith).  Later we worked at the call center and he always took the time to mentor me and all the supervisors (we had many lunches at Don Pablo's).  I still remember him calling from Ohio to tell me that he and Alison were expecting.  Spencer, they were both so excited and proud of you!  He would talk with so much pride about how you were doing in school and your baseball games!  Later telling me about your experiences in Madison with Epic!
Keith called us this last summer to tell us about Stacy and how he was in love again!  I'm so glad he met you Stacy he sounded as happy as I've ever heard him talking about his time with you.

Spencer , Stacy and family I'm so sorry for your loss

My first grade class picture I pointed out to Keith on the Wall of Fame.

My heartfelt condolences to Spencer and the family.  I had the pleasure of knowing Keith through my sister, Kelly, who has been a longtime friend of his.  I heard a lot about Keith’s warmth and friendship over the years from my sister and was fortunate enough to experience his kindness and soothing nature first hand.  We enjoyed having him gather at our home for special occasions....whether it was a birthday party for my sister or my child, he showed up. He was so easy to talk to and such an interesting conversationalist.   We enjoyed meeting him for burgers and shakes at Five Guys in Warrenton a few years ago as well as at Chick n Ruth’s.  He even brought the Five Guys shakes to our house for my kiddos one time.   I kind of think of Keith’s friendship and love as having a ripple effect; his friendship with my sister spilled over into our family and his warmth and kindness knew no bounds.   How blessed we are to have known Keith....a kind and gentle soul.

Keith was a very kind and generous person. I worked with him at Kaiser Permanente for many years and he taught me a lot. I will always remember his witty one liners. He will be missed and I send my sincere condolences to his family. 



I first met Keith on 2017 Sept. 18, his first day as owner of Chick & Ruth's Delly.
 Keith was one of the most likeable people we could have met. The Delly was very fortunate to get a new owner with his character.

It has been said one person can change the lives of so many others, that was Keith.
It is also said that a man's wealth is judged by the amount of friends he has. He has so many.

Keith may be gone from our lives as we know him but will live in our hearts & memories forever.
Thank you Keith for being our Friend.
 Heaven just became a Better place.

Condolences to the Jones family.

Despite spending such little one on one time with Keith and Dr. Alison, they’ve been the most influential in a positive way. There’s only a select few that have impacted my life both professionally and, more importantly, personally. 

It’s been a couple of years since we spoke. However, the engagements we’ve had with our families and particularly the 1x1’s at Five Guys and Great American restaurants where we talked business and baseball, how about the Dodgers winning the World Series? I will forever remember. 

Dear Spencer – As an only son myself and through my engagements with your father over the years, I know that your dad is extremely proud of you. 

Love,

Anthony Vito John Falcone, Jr. 

TEAM Kieth, TEAM Alison~
These are my kinds of TEAMS!

Over the years I have had the pleasure of knowing Kieth through the Curtis Family's annual brain cancer walk, in honor of Alison.
I never met Alison, but she sure must have been special to have such a loving collaboration of friends and family to remember her so fondly. 

On the Saturday mornings of the walk, Kieth would stay at the Curtis compound preparing bacon and goodies for all of those walking for Alison.  A few times I accompanied him and we had lovely, all beit,  sometimes spirited,  conversations.  He was a man of strength and conviction in his beliefs.

I also had the pleasure of having FIVE GUYS with him, a couple of times.  He was very proud of his store and I remember the glee in his eyes over his new soda dispenser.  He seemed to intently listen, as we laughed over Diet Cokes. 

Spencer, May you find peace that your parents are together once again,

Sincerely,
Elizabeth Beers
(Curtis Family Friend)


We met Keith, Alison and Spencer when they moved into the neighborhood in the summer of 2000.  There were many lovely hours spent together talking and eating while the kids played.  Topics of discussion could be anything, but Keith’s interests centered on economics, finance, politics, and sports.  For a while, he hid the fact that he was a college basketball star at Stanford!  I will always remember Keith’s laugh – it was a delight.

Spencer – this photo is from the cruise that we took together in 2006.  (I see that some other pics from that trip are already in the memory book.)  Our hearts go out to you during this shocking time and you can always count on us if you need anything. 

Catherine, David, Aleks and Alaia


I had the good fortune to meet Keith and Spencer through their friendship with the Curtis family. I feel very blessed to have known Keith; Spencer’s description of him as an “extroverted-introvert” is spot on! Each gathering with Keith was sure to include great dry humor and stimulating conversation.
I became part of the annual Race for the Cure’s Team Alison, and it’s been my privilege to participate in the fundraiser and after-party for the past 12 years. The party really got ramped up when Keith started cooking up pounds of Five Guys bacon these past few years!!
Spencer, your dad was so proud of you. I know you know this-hold it close in your  heart.
A picture of Team Alison. Spencer represents the family, as Keith was always the photographer.

My friendship with Keith started almost 30 years ago with Kaiser Permanente where he was an incredible boss, mentor and professional advisor.  His friendship and role in my life extended far beyond the work place -as jobs change-life changes-but Keith was always a constant.  His friendship extended to my family as he was truly a family friend who was there for the happiest of occasions as well as the  hardest life events.  I will forever treasure beach trip memories and ball games and those long engaging conversations that kept friends gathered for hours.  His words of wisdom and life advice ring true such as ...don’t buy another car Kelly!! And for just the price of a cup of coffee a day you can invest in ....and then he would show me how!  
Spencer, words can not express how proud he was of you and the young man you had become, my prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.  I loved hearing your baseball analysis and stats as to how my team looked for the season.  You are his best “triple-double “!
Stacy, I am so happy you both got to Duck in the Fall and was thrilled to hear more of your recent trips and plans and how happy you were.  I am so sad for your loss.
Keith, while we will miss you dearly, we all benefit from having known you as the impact you have had on others is evident through the many tributes.

 Rest In Peace my friend.  Job Well Done!


This one really hit home for me. I’m happy I got the chance to meet this wonderful and caring man. Working for him was the best and I learned so much from him. I still remember him sending me on a mission to make a pie. I went home that night to make an apple and peach pie for him to ‘taste the next day and he said he loved it. He was such a father figure and cared  for everyone.  The things he have taught me are things I live by this very day. He was so good at listening and always gave me the best advice. He would give me a mission to complete for the things I want to do with my life and I would complete it and come back for the next mission. Every time we saw and spoke was a good time I will always cherish and remember the time I spent with you. Prayers to Jones family. 

To Spencer and family, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss.  Keith was an amazing man who I was fortunate enough to know and work with. He was kind, considerate, funny, had a wonderful sense of humor and a mentor beyond measure. I am convinced one of his jobs on earth was to help everyone in his path in one way or another.  I am just at a loss for words except to say that as sad as I am my life is better because I was fortunate to have been in his path. I will truly miss this wonderful man. 

Jones Family,

Please accept my sincerest sympathies for the loss of Keith.  What a wonderful man!!!  I knew Keith through one of Keith's Stanford Basketball Teammates.  Reading through the memories, it is so clear that Keith touched a great  many lives in a meaningful way.  That is the mark of a life well lived.

Being one class ahead of Keith, the summer after my graduation while looking for a job, a group would go back to campus and to play in the open gym.  Keith was always there practicing, etc.  What really touched me in a special way was how Keith was so inclusive of all those who showed up to play.  We all know what a magnificent basketball player he was.  But no matter the skill level of those who showed up to play, Keith was always kind, fun, joyful, and considerate as we played.  He once complimented me on my play and that made my basketball career!!!  The great Keith Jones, wow!!!

I grew up attending the Greek Orthodox Church.  At the passing of a brother the mourners say "May his memory be eternal!"  I know Keith's memory will be eternal.

Ted Forsman Stanford 83

I first met Keith in ‘97 when I was hired as the evening shift supervisor at the Appointments call center at Kaiser.  I was there until 8:30 every evening, and Keith worked late most evenings (life before Spencer). I will always remember him as one of the best conversationalists - you would be talking to Keith, and suddenly 2 or 3 hours had just disappeared.  Interesting, thoughtful, funny - a truly kind soul - what a great loss for our world. Prayers for Spencer and all who loved him, which are so many. He’s left quite a legacy of love that will continue to ripple through time.  

My deepest condolences to you, Spencer and to your family. Keith was a phenomenal friend, boss and mentor. I had the honor of knowing Keith for over 25 years. He was truly a breath of fresh air with a kind loving heart. We would spend hours talking and laughing on the phone catching up on life. Keith was a doting father who adored you very much and was incredibly proud of you. He will always have a special place in my heart and will be greatly missed beyond measure. I hope all these cherished memories of your father, bring you comfort during this sad and difficult time. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 

There are no sufficient words to express the loss of Keith. He was a great friend and mentor. I had the privilege of working with him for many years at Kaiser Permanente and he was by far the best boss. He was always so positive no matter the challenge. Keith made time for everyone, really listened and provided advice and support. I have many fond memories of gatherings and the hours we’d all spend talking and laughing, it was always hard to depart and we’d all linger outside chatting some more. Spencer your dad cherished you and was so proud of you, he would light up when sharing stories about you. When we last spoke, Keith was ecstatic about having met Stacy and their future plans. He was a kind and gentle soul living life to the fullest. I am grateful to have known him, he will be missed. You have my deepest sympathy.

It was truly a pleasure to work with Keith Jones while working in Member Services at the Call Center in Silver Spring. He  had many good qualities to imitate. He was very intelligent as well humble and very modest and he had a sincere interest in others.  He set an Excellent Example to imitate. I would like to extend my sincere condolences to his dear family.  I know Keith is just resting and our Creator will remember him.

I've had the privilege of knowing Keith for over 25 years.  He was the rare person that positively affected everyone he came into contact with.  He had a brilliant mind and a kind heart.  I was fortunate enough to work for him for many years - as my boss, he always made himself available to provide guidance, solve problems, act as a sounding board, or simply listen to a vent.  As my friend, Keith did all those things but also gave me great personal advice, encouraged me in various endeavors and made me laugh over many dinners.  Seeing the comments of others posted here reminds me how much he gave to all of us - it comforts me because it’s obvious he was beloved by all who knew him well.  His life was full of love and friendship – I suppose that’s the life we should all strive for.  Keith was taken from us too soon but I am so fortunate I was able to know him.  I will miss him terribly but I take comfort in knowing that of all the wonderful things about Keith will live on in his beloved son.  Spencer, I haven't seen you for years but I know your dad treasured you and was unbelievably proud of you.  I hope the outpouring of love here will bring you and your family some comfort during this shocking and sad time.

the best boss ever we were all so happy with him at the Edgewater 99 store we're gonna miss him 🙏🏻🙏🏻

Spencer - 
I knew your Mom and Dad before you were born and they were both just such interesting people to talk to! I recall leaving a conversation with your Dad at Liesl's and having to go home just to mull over what he said. What a good, kind man we have lost... 

Stay well and be safe - and please know you can call me for anything.

MP

Keith Jones and I go way back.  When I first started out at the Call Center in VA he made so many opportunities for me to learn as much as I could in a little bit of time.   I started out in Appointments an he had me working with Paging, Advice and Member Services.  He could always make you laugh when things were not going the way that they should but he never made you feel like you did not know everything you were suppose to know.  He would always try to help you with anything and was always on call when you just needed someone to talk to.   You will be missed but this is your time to shine and make new friends in that heavenly place.   My thoughts and prayers go out to Spencer and the family.   

What horrible news. My memories of Keith go back to Stanford and living in Roble Hall with him for a couple years. He was just such a friendly, fun, laid-back guy who you would never know was also a basketball superstar.
 One quick anecdote that still makes me laugh. A group of us go to Six Flags and while I was part of the crew addicted to roller coasters, Keith loved the various carnival games and he was incredible at them. His theory was that you could win prizes  and stuffed animals that were worth more than the cost of the tickets if you were good enough. So we say OK, catch you later and go off to do more rides. Later we swing back and Keith is sitting on a bench that’s completely packed with giant stuffed animals. So the rest of the day each of us had to carry one of these huge stuffed animals around the park 😂.

 RIP KJ, you were pleasure to hang out with and a joy to watch on the basketball court.

I met Keith many years ago when I worked at Kaiser. I so appreciated his leadership and all he did to get my career started. He will be missed!

My condolences to Keith’s family. 


I played basketball with Keith at Stanford in 1981 and 1982. I was a Junior/Senior and he a Frosh/Soph. Keith was foremost a kind, friendly and gentle soul. I'll never forget how he would smile and chuckle. He was also a heck of a basketball talent.  My prayers to the family.

My heart hurts today.  I met Keith almost 30 years ago.  He was a friend to me when I was trying to figure out what the heck I was going to do with my life.  As I look back on it, I realize he was really an angel.  He was my boss, but he was really so much more.  He was my big brother and he was my mentor.  I will always treasure the times we spent at Chili's in Falls Church and remember the hours long conversations about anything and everything.  I also know that he was so proud to be a dad and how much he loved Spencer.  My life is fuller because I knew him, and he will always be with me.  For that I am grateful.  But today, I cry.  

Rest in Power, my friend.

Scott Crawford
Pasadena, CA

My condolence to the family, Keith was so easy to talk to , he was so encouraging and motivating,  he always greet us with a smile, you will be dearly missed from earth, but heaven has gained an angel. 

My prayers to your family, peace be with you. 

Spencer my heart breaks for you during this difficult time of your life.  Keith always shared with us all of his wonderful adventures with you.  He was so proud of you and loved every moment he shared with you.  We will miss our amazing times with your dad.  He was such a kind, gentle and genuine man, always having such a wonderful conversation and uplifting visit.  We know he was quite confident in the man you have become, and in time you will feel how close he is still to you in all you do and say.  We are heartbroken with you and here for anything you may need in the days ahead.  All our prayers and love.  We know your dad was an amazing father and he will be greatly missed.  I am sure he is looking down on you and guiding you from above.  Much love, Kathy, Mike, Maryann and Louis

I met Keith when he bought C&R Delly. Lois and I spent many evenings with him discussing politics, sports, and life in general after dinner at the Delly. Of all the people I have met in recent years, Keith was a profound gentleman with a deep sense of respect for people and their feelings and beliefs.  I didn’t always agree with his positions that he so eloquently explained, but he listened to my positions and sometimes we actually agreed! We will miss him and hope to have dinner with him again in whatever restaurant he opens in Heaven!
Rest In Peace my Friend!
Lois and Joe

Sending my most sincere condolences to all of Keith’s loved ones during this difficult time. Keith was a great friend, leader and mentor. His love for Spencer was always on display, as he talked so often about him with such great pride. Keith and I would get together every so often to chat about where life has taken us. The photo attached was one of those many times with our friend Suzan in attendance as well. 
When people move on to heaven, I attempt to focus on remembering all of the blessings they’ve bestowed upon us while on earth. With Keith, I will remember how he always offered his wisdom and guidance, both personally and professionally.  He never looked at things from just one angle, he could always step back and see varying points of view. I will remember his great smile and wonderful laugh and after so many years in glasses, how I could never get used to seeing him without them. 
I feel blessed and honored to have known such a wonderful man.  He will be greatly missed. 

I REMEMBER KEITH JONES BECAUSE HE HIRED ME INTO MEMBERSHIP SERVICES, I WILL FOREVER BE GRATEFUL.
KEITH WAS KIND TO ALL.
RIP.

Sylvia Owusu.
Membership Services
Fulton Md.

I worked with Keith quite some time ago at Kaiser and found him to be a thoughtful and kind leader.  The loss of a loved one is such a hard road to travel - especially when someone is taken too soon. You have my deepest sympathy and I hope you will find comfort in the cherished memories that will keep Keith in your heart.

Keith was beloved by his Kaiser Permanente family.  His calm and stoic exterior sheltered a heart as big as the sky.  He faced tragedy with grace, love and strength.  We shared many a meal at his favorite restaurant, Chili's, where we solved the problems of the world as a team.  I still think of Keith every time I drive by that Chili's on Rockville Pike.

Heaven has gained an angel, but too soon.  Mona, Bob and Chris will be welcoming him, I'm sure.  May his memory be a blessing.

The photo is from the Kaiser Permanente reunion last March.

I will never forget meeting him on his first visit  to Chick n’ Ruth’’s

I started with Kaiser in 2002 in the Appointments Department.  My daughter was graduating from kindergarten at the time but I was told I could not attend because I could not miss training.  Keith allowed me to go to her graduation so I will never forget him for that. I will forever be grateful to him. RIH Keith!

I worked with Keith Jones at Kaiser Permanente.  
I enjoyed his great conversations and leadership.  
He was a good man, that cared for people. 

He will be missed.  RIP.   



So very sorry for your loss.  Prayers thoughts and positive energy surround your family at this time of great loss.  I worked with Keith at Kaiser on many projects. 

I had the pleasure of working with Keith many years ago at Kaiser Permanente. He was a great leader and passionate about his job. May God grant you his Peace, Grace, and Guidance during this time of transition. 

To Spencer and all who love Keith you have my deepest condolences.  I’m keeping you lifted in prayer.  May the Creator provide you with  comfort and strength beyond your understanding.  Rest peacefully brother.

I was saddened to hear about the passing of Keith. Such a wonderful person. I worked with him 8 years and he was such an encouragement to me. His intentional drive for success is to be modeled and his love and care for all people. Keith is truly missed. I'm praying for his son as he embarks into a new journey, and my prayer is that he finds the peace of God that surpass all understanding that will keep his heart and his mind. ❤🙏🏾

I had the pleasure of meeting Keith at Kaiser. He was a wonderful leader with an awesome personality. My thoughts and prayers of comfort and peace to his family and friends.

God be with you all,
Lynn R 

Keith viewed life with so much enthusiasm.  Words can never express his humbleness and willingness to help anyone who sought  advice form him. I’m still at a lost for words and yet overjoyed that I was able to have a friend in him. Spencer stay strong. Your Dad will always be your number one fan. 



To Spencer as well as Stacy,

My wife, Dolores, and I are saddened beyond words to get word of Keith's sudden passing.
Our hearts go out to you both.
Keith was not only greatly respected as a leader and a person of great character, but beloved by us all as well. I will forever value his friendship.

Spencer, he was so proud of you and we were so thankful that he was able to find love again.

Please know that we are thinking of you both and forever greatful to have had Keith in our lives. Dolores was a longtime clinic coordinator at Kaiser-Falls Church and knew Keith even before I did. I had the great honor and pleasure to serve on Keith’s Kaiser Permanente management team. Our mutual background in and love of sports helped forge an enjoyable bond beyond work.

We are living in Florida now and unable to be there Saturday, but will be there in spirit and will join the live streaming.

God bless you both and may you Rest In Peace, dear friend.

Dick and Dolores Myers

I wish there were words that would heal your pain...Keith was a wonderful boss and a great friend...I'm so very sad  to hear of his passing.

I am in complete disbelief and my thoughts and prayers are for Spencer. Spencer is the pride and joy of Keith and he would never choose to leave him.

The stories of vacations to California and going overseas to meet with Spencer even for a very short time on a rescheduled trip were so important.



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Keith Jones

January 30, 1962 – January 22, 2021

John M. Taylor Funeral Home

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