Keith was born in Fulton, MO on October 21, 1926, to James “Jim” and Mary Susan “Susie” (Davis) Fabrizio who preceded him in death.
Keith entered the Merchant Marines at age 17 to assist in war efforts during WWII. He served with the Merchant Marines for 3 years, during which time he traveled extensively delivering supplies for our troops. At the end of WWII he returned to the States and joined the Army and was stationed at Fort Knox Kentucky rising to the rank of Corporal until his discharge.
Keith was blessed with: two children, Kim Fabrizio of Winston-Salem, NC, and Kathryn Rogers (Ron) of Carey, NC; two grandchildren, Maggie LaPlante and Sarah Letke both of North Carolina and 3 great grandchildren; one sister, Julia Faye Newsom of Fulton, MO and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one sister, Patricia Ann Humphrey.
Private family graveside service with full military honors will be held on Friday, September 24, 2021 in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis, MO.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Central Missouri Honor Flight, c/o Debo Funeral Home, 833 Court St, Fulton, MO 65251.
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