Gary Keyton

Gary Dick Keyton left this world for his Heavenly home on Wednesday March 27, 2024.  He was born on January 12, 1951, in Lubbock, Texas to Glenn and Nina Keyton.

From the age of 12, Gary spent his time working in his father’s business Roche Newton & Company. In 1975 following his father’s death he assumed co-ownership of Roche Newton & Company/ASAI. He had a passion for his chosen industry and often taught trade classes throughout his years as a Master Plumber. He remained active in the business until medical conditions would not allow him to be in the field.

Gary graduated from Coronado High School in 1969 where he developed a love for band.  He went on to play the baritone in the Texas Tech University Going Band from Raider Land for several years before entering the workforce.

In 1971 at the age of twenty, Gary received his Master Plumbers License in the State of Texas.  At that time, he was the youngest Master Plumber in the state.  Gary’s hard work and determination never stopped throughout his years working in the plumbing industry. Many days he would be gone before sunrise, and back home well after dark to make sure a job was completed.

On November 11, 1978, Gary married Susan Elder and raised their children in Lubbock, Texas.

Gary and Susan are long time members of Calvary Baptist Church of Lubbock.

Gary loved being a father and especially loved being known by his grandchildren as Pop. He never missed any events his children were a part of and continued the tradition by attending all the programs and sporting event of his grandchildren. Even later in life when health concerns prevented him from being in the football stands, you could find Gary sitting in his car watching and cheering on his grandchildren’s team.

Gary was proceeded in death by his parents and sisters Glenda Keyton and Carolyn Young.

He is survived by his wife Susan Keyton; son, James Keyton and his children J.J. and Michael; Robert Keyton and his child Chase; daughter Karis Henry her husband Brandon and their children Kamber and Brasher. He is also survived by his siblings, Nancy Keyton of Chesterfield, MO, Tom Keyton and his wife Jan of Denver, CO, and Lee Young and his wife Chai of Wildwood, MO. Along with many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Hospice of the South Plains who lovingly cared for Gary.

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