Marion Keith

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Marion Keith Brookerd, 64, of Thomasville, Georgia passed away peacefully at his home on September 1st, in Panama City Beach, Florida after a hard-fought battle with CNS lymphoma. He was born on April 12, 1959, to Annie and George Brookerd in Thomasville. In 1986 he married Lynda on August 22, making this year their 37th wedding anniversary. Keith, also known as "Bop" to his grandchildren, was a force of nature, determined to provide for his family and give them the life he felt they deserved. He was a loving, doting father and grandfather and never hesitated to take an opportunity to brag on his kids and grandkids, as well as to be there for them in times of need. He was a graduate of Valdosta State and a successful businessman who was greatly loved and admired by all that knew him. Keith was an avid FSU football fan, dog lover, and grill master. He loved the beach, and he could often be found grilling his famous ribs during football season. He had a very special bond with his beloved Yorkie-Poo, Charlie, a bond that will remain in everyone's memory for a lifetime. You would often hear Charlie say, "My daddy knows I'm a really good boy."Keith was predeceased by his mother, Annie and his father, George. He is survived by his wife, Lynda; his daughter, Andrea; his son, Taylor; his brother, Blake; his sister Lynn; and his grandchildren, Landon, Chandler, Ivy, Aiden, and Parker. The family will receive friends from 11 am  until  12 noon, Tuesday, September 5, at Whiddon-Shiver Funeral. A graveside service will immediately follow visitation at Laurel Hill Cemetery with Pastor Bruce Pittman officiating..Please send flowers and notes to Whiddon-Shiver in Thomasville or consider donating to a cancer research program in his name in lieu of flowers.