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   Keith D. Woodford, Sr., 88, of Kimball, MN died June 17, 2024 at home peacefully in his sleep. A celebration of life will be held on August 24, 2024 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at his grandson Branden Woodford’s house at 22426 State Hwy. 23, Richmond, MN 56368. Burial will be held at a later date in Longville, MN.

   Keith and his wife Bernie lived in North Dakota, Minnesota and Florida before returning to Minnesota making their home in Kimball since 1994. Together they traveled the flea markets, selling many things, they were collectors of all. Keith was a member of Alcoholics Anonymous with 48 years sober. He was also a long time member of TOPS. He enjoyed fishing, camping, spending time with family and putting together legos. Keith had many trades - bus driver, carpenter, bartender, jack of all trades. He was aloays on the go all the way to the end. He knew everyone and could carry a conversation with anyone.

   He was proceeded in death by his parents, Menzewl and Maureen Woodford; wife, Bernadette; son, Leo Woodford; brother, Doug; sister, Sandy, and great granddaughter Madison.

   He is survived by his children, Keith Woodford, Jr. (Sheri); Michael (Vicki) Woodford; Sherry (Donny) Cotton; Patrick (Kim) Woodford; Lisa (John) White; 29 grandchildren and more than 50 great grandchildren that he loved all the same.

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