Keith Allan Dickey

Keith Allan Dickey (37) of Great Falls, MT and Lumber Bridge, NC, was tragically  shot and killed on March 19th, 202Z in Fayetteville, NC. Keith's heroic actions saved dozens of lives.

Keith was born July 11th, 1984 to KayCee Tenney O'Loughlin in Great Falls, MT where he attended school in Great Falls and Centerville. He played football for the Centerville Miners and later graduated from the Montana National Guard Youth Challenge Academy in Z00Z. Shortly after graduation, Keith joined the Army where he served four years in the 8Znd airborne, and then for three years as an Infantryman. In August Z01d, he was honorably discharged and medically retired from the Army. Keith served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. He received many Service Awards and Commendations including "Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary and Service Medals along with the Combat Action and Parachutist Badges. In Keith's words, " I fell in lave with protecting people "during his service. After he was discharged from the Army, Keith served in many security positions, stateside and overseas, as a contractor. He had also started his own security business.

He met his wife Trinia in Fayetteville in 2009 while stationed at Fort Bragg, NC. They married February 22, 2010 and in October of that same year, welcomed a son, Justice Clark into the world. Along with spending time with his son, Keith loved the outdoors, hunting, camping, boating and fishing in his Montana home. He was a motorcycle enthusiast and spent a lot of time with his bike club "brothers"  He was an avid football fan both loving and hating his NFL 49er's, Notre Dame, and the Montana Grizzles. Keith was a purpose driven individual and dedicated his life to protecting others. His outgoing, bright personality caused others to be drawn to him and he easily made friends wherever he went. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him. We are heartbroken and without words regarding this tragedy.
 

He is survived by his Wife, Trinia Ann (Cox) Dickey, Son, Justice Clark Dickey, Mother, KayCee (Dion) Tenney O'Loughlin, Grandmother, Sharon James Stewart Maberry, Father, Jack (Norma) Dickey, Siblings: Kenn Tenney, John (Weng) Dickey Dostal, Heather (Jesse) Enriquez, Dustin Dickey, Kalvin (Jackie) Romanchuk, Kasidhe (Travis) Owens, Christopher Holla, Matthew Holla, Jayden Holla and Elaina O'Loughlin. Cousin Blake Stocker and best friend Dallas Crawford. Numerous Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Extended family, close friends who were considered family and his Motorcycle club "Brothers. He is proceeded in Death by his Grandparents: Dennis Tenney and Lois and James Dickey

There will be a viewing on Saturday, April 9th 2022 from 2pm to 4 pm at Jernigan Warren Funeral Home. Cremation will take place after services on April the 9: in Fayetteville, NC.

Grave side services with military honors will take place at the family cemetery in Craig. MT on July 23, 2022

John 15:13 There is no greater love than to lay down one's life for one's friends. NLT. Mat 5:4 Blessed are those who morn, for they will be comforted. NIV Psa 37:12-13. 15 The wicked plot against the righteous and gnash their teeth at them; but the Lord laughs at the wicked, for he knows their day is coming.:; their swords will pierce their own hearts, and their bows will be broken. NIV Psa 23:5-6 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil, my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. NIV

Online condolences may be sent to http://www.jerniganwarren.com

Arrangements by Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home, 545 Ramsey St., Fayetteville, NC 28301

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