Keith A. McGinnis, 76, of rural Waynesfield, OH passed away Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at Lima Memorial Health Systems.
Keith was born on September 29, 1946, in Kenton, OH, a son of the late Howard and Hazel Fry McGinnis. He married Margaret “Peg” Haney McGinnis on October 22, 1988, in Waynesfield and she preceded him in death on July 24, 2014. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Colette McNelis.
Keith is survived by six children, Kellie (Randy) Ater of Virginia, Shellie (Jeff) Sweet, Jamie McGinnis, Brent McGinnis, and Brett (Sandy) McGinnis, all of Florida, and Keven (Kim) Linker of Ft. Wayne, IN, eight grandchildren, six great grandchildren, a sister, Polly (James) Downing of Belle Center, OH, a brother, Mike (Sharon) McGinnis of Colorado, and a son-in-law, Dan McNelis.
Keith was a 1964 graduate of Roundhead School. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Education from Ohio Northern University and Master of Education from Bowling Green State University. Keith retired as principal from Upper Scioto Valley School. He was a member of Waynesfield United Methodist Church. Keith was an Avid Ohio State Buckeyes fan. His greatest joy came from being with his family especially his grandchildren.
Pastor Greg Wack will begin funeral services 11 a.m., Saturday, November 5, at Shoffstall Funeral Home, 205 S. Main St., Lakeview. Visitation is Friday, November 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 to 11 am. Burial will be in Roundhead Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given in Keith’s memory to Waynesfield United Methodist Church.
Arrangements are in the care of Shoffstall Funeral Home, Lakeview, OH. Condolences may be expressed at shoffstallfuneralhome.com.