Cody Keele

Cody Keele January 10, 1936 – April 8, 2016 Born to Ellis John and Earthel, Cody took his first breath in Ririe, Idaho. Coming from a large farming family, he learned about hard work early on. He enlisted in the Navy at 18 and experienced the Korean War first hand, serving proudly from the deck of The Bremerton. At 24, he married the love of his life, Barbara Grover, then followed his father’s footsteps into the harsh life as a Dry Farmer. Eventually moving to Terreton, Idaho they raised 5 wonderful children and added livestock to their way of life. With a talent for mechanics and an understanding of potatoes, Cody eventually went on to be a Mechanical Engineer. In high demand, He took on challenges such as a Potato Processing plant in Prince Edward Island, Canada, McCain Foods, Creston, BC, Carnation in Moses Lake, and later Lamb-Weston in Connell where the family spent 20 plus years in Othello. He retired in 1996. Cody then put his extra energy into his garden, landscaping, BBQ’s by the pool, and most of all, the grandkids. They loved being around Grandpa. He still would squeeze their toes, steal their nose, do numerous outdoor activities, and reveled in getting the kids to believe anything he told them. A favorite was his exuberant reading of Skunk, Rabbit and the Scary Rock. Cody and Barbara added a home in Tucson, Arizona and enjoyed wintering there. Eventually they downsized and settled in Moses Lake. His passing was quick and peaceful, the best way for a man of such strength, who was so loved by his family. He leaves behind his wife, Barbara, their beloved companion, Snowy, children Dana Andrade (Kahele), Jay Keele (Elizebeth), Christy Harless, Robin Rutty (Tim), and Calli Pruitt (Tim). Grandkids Jessica (Don), Paige (Stephanie), Matthew, Alyx, McKenna, Taylor, Cole and great-granddaughter, Madison. Other important family members include Nevaeh, Sierra, Glen Williams and sister, Shirley. Cody was preceded in death by both parents, 3 brothers and a sister. Kayser’s Chapel of Memories is taking care of Cody’s final needs. The family will be holding a private service.

Cody Keele

January 10, 1931 - April 8, 2016