Obituary of Keith David Medvid
Keith David Medvid, passed away at the age of 72, on Thursday, October 21, 2021, at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Keith was born on October 2, 1949, the son of the late John and Mary Medvid. He spent much of his younger years growing up in Indiana on Eaton Street, also working and spending good times at his parent's bar John & Mary’s Tap in Cicero. Keith was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. Seventeen years ago he met his wife Leslie, and the two made a home in Lockport ever since. He has most recently worked as a truck driver for Manas Express. Keith enjoyed playing pool and golf in his free time, but most of all loved his time spent with his children and grandchildren.
Keith is survived by his loving wife, Leslie Koogler; his children Melissa (Burnie II) Burns, Michelle (Nick) Gregson, Bryan (Julie) Medvid, Christopher (Heather) Medvid, and Jessekah Koogler-Medvid; his step-daughters Samantha Koogler, Victoria (Jacob) Koogler-Pope, and Bailey Koogler; his 11 grandchildren, Skylier (JR) Hill, Burnie Burns III, Colton Turberville, Lindsey (Colton) Repress, Savannah Turberville, Cody Turberville, Chaz Turberville, Camden Medvid, Mason Medvid, Madison Medvid, Alexander Medvid; 5 great-grandchildren plus another 2 on the way; his ex-wife and dear friend Debbie Medvid-Hansen; his sister Candace (Peter) Salomoun, his brother Roy (Elaine) Million; mother-in-law Susan Hirner, sisters-in-law Judy Medvid and Leann Hirner; son-in-law Lance Turberville; and many nieces and nephews.
Keith is preceded by his daughter, Julia Turberville, his parents; his first wife Gail Melton; and his brother, John Medvid.
Visitation for Keith David Medvid will be held on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd. (at Essington Rd.), Joliet, IL from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Military honors will be held under the auspices of the United States Navy at 7 p.m. As it was his request, cremation rites will be accorded following the services.
For more information, please call 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave an online condolence.
