Keith Eugene Dumph

Keith Eugene Dumph, 97, passed away peacefully in his home on November 11, 2023. He will be lovingly remembered as a dedicated husband, brother, father, uncle, grandfather and great-grandfather and a friend to many. His kindness, patience, love for his family and reverence of God were evident to all who knew him. Born in Nappanee, Indiana on December 11, 1925, he was the son of the late Russell Kenneth Dumph and Bessie Goldie Lemler. He was the youngest of five children and was preceded in death by his siblings: Caroldean Haney, June Huffman, Reatha Lambert, and Russell (Junior) Dumph. Keith was a decorated veteran of World War II, serving in Europe, and was the recipient of the Bronze Star for his valor in combat. He played the trombone in the Army Band. He graduated from Otterbein College, followed by becoming a mathematics teacher. He had a brief stint in Ohio of doing labor on the railroad. Most of his employment was as an industrial engineer. He was employed at both Bendix and UniRoyal in Indiana, and UniRoyal in South Carolina. He was a resident of South Carolina for 54 years. Keith loved to golf and enjoyed the sport throughout his 80’s. He was a natural craftsman with wood and enjoyed building replicas of everything from stagecoaches to bridges to trucks. He loved building and painting birdhouses. He was skillful at fixing things. He had many dogs in his lifetime and dearly loved each one of them. He enjoyed boating and relaxing times on the water with his family and friends. Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Kay Williamson Dumph; a daughter, Sue Ella Ewald; a grandson, Dustin Keith Ewald (Layla); and a great-grandson, Gavin Tyler Ewald. Survivors also include his stepsons, Alan Williamson (Barbara); Mark Williamson (Yvette); David Williamson; his step-grandsons Garrett Williamson (Ashley); Adam Williamson (Sandra); David Williamson (Katrina); Ben Williamson (Heather); and step-granddaughters, Christina Brockington (Brock) and Pennijean Williamson. Keith is also survived by many nieces and nephews, and his little Yorkie, Maggie. A memorial service will be held at James A. Dyal Funeral Home in Summerville, SC on December 9, 2023. Memorial contributions may be made to Roper St Francis Hospice Foundation, 100 Calhoun St Suite 210 Charleston Sc 29401. Make A Gift - Roper St. Francis Foundation (convio.net)

Keith Eugene Dumph

December 11, 1925 - November 11, 2023