Obituary of Keith B. Padgett

Keith’s family had the honor of holding his hand while he very peacefully passed back to his Lord and Savior and family that preceded him at home on Sunday the 16th of November at the age of 80. Some knew him by “Keith, Uncle Punky, Peka, Dad and Grandpa” Keith was born April 15th 1945 in Tuscarora NY, the son of Basil and Winifred Swan Padgett. Keith worked as a machine operator at The Dresser Rand for most of his working life, retiring after 40 years. He was also a part of the union. He was an avid hunter of deer and turkey and President of the New York State Chapter of the National Wildlife Turkey Federation for 4 years. Keith also was president of the family hunting club. He played some ball in his younger years and often talked about the farm. Above all, Keith's biggest passion was his family. He was constantly making sure everyone was taken care of up until his very last moments. He is survived by his Son Cyrus Padgett of Tuscarora NY, Granddaughter Alyssa (James O’Brian), 3 great grandsons (Lincoln, Levi, Luca O’Brian) of Addison NY, and Grandson Nickolas Padgett of Montour Falls NY along with several nieces and nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife Marilyn Padgett after 49 years of marriage, Son Todd Padgett, Daughter Mikeala Padgett (Jordan), his mother and father along with his brothers and sisters. Friends and family are invited to a Celebration of Life On December 20th 2025. Time and place to be announced by the family at a later date. Arrangements are with the H.P. Smith & Son Inc., Funeral Home, Woodhull NY.