Keith Lanphear
Keith E. Lanphear, age 75, of Wisconsin Dells (White Creek), Wisconsin, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield, Wisconsin.
A memorial gathering will be held on Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Adams VFW Hall in Adams, Wisconsin. A service of remembrance, officiated by Rev. John K. Stake, will begin at 2:30 p.m., followed by military honors.
Keith was born on May 16, 1949, to Clyde and Julia Lanphear. A graduate of Adams-Friendship High School, he went on to serve his country with honor in the United States Army, stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War. Following his honorable discharge, he attended MATC for mechanics.
On May 16, 1976, Keith married Geraldine M. Robinson at the White Creek Congregational Church.
He spent his career as a truck driver, working statewide before joining Scotts Construction, where he dedicated 30 years of service until his retirement.
Keith was a charter member of the Easton-White Creek Lions Club. He was very active in the Lions and his community.
He had a passion for country music and enjoyed his daily visits to the Corner Pump.
Keith was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Julia Lanphear, and his infant sister, Laurie Julia Lanphear.
He is survived by his beloved wife: Geraldine; children: Mike Lanphear, Tonya (Dan) Redlin, Keith (Tiffany) Lanphear II, and Riley Lanphear; grandchildren: Christina (Justin) Kruse, Gregory Ellis II, Jonathan (Andrea) Redlin, Rebecca (Damien Wojak) Ellis, Hunter Redlin, and Terisa Redlin; great-grandchildren: Cayden and Jaxon Kruse, Ellaina and Emma Wojak, Benjamin Suclle, and Andrew Gifford. He is also survived by his siblings: Larry Lanphear, Wayne Lanphear, and Meryl Lanphear, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences and further information can be found at [www.roseberrys.com](http://www.roseberrys.com).
Sad to see the news of Keith’s passing. We were classmates, and shared some good memories at the 1967 class reunions. Condolences to Geraldine and the Lanphear family.
My condolences to the family.
My condolences to the family. Growing up with the Lamphear family.Gods speed
Ron Steponkus
My deepest condolences to the entire Lamphear family! Keith will be definitely missed by your family and the .community
My deepest condolences. May he rest in peace. God Bless
I am so sorry to hear about Keith’s passing!!! We were classmates, 1967. My deepest sympathy to all of Keith’s family!!!!!
Condolences to the Lanphear family. So many memories of Keith as a childhood friend. So very proud of his lifetime achievements.
Condolences
Our condolences to the Lanphear family & friends. May he rest in peace. Pat & Jim Camacho
Deepest condolences to his family. The Fowler’s and the Lanphear’s have been close friends since the 60’s. Many times, Keith drove me to doctor’s appointments – a true friend. I will miss him. God Bless and prayers to all.
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Lanphear family. Keith will truly be missed!
We are so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. May the lord comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Sending condolences to the family. Rest in peace Keith. I hope they have lottery tickets in heaven. God Bless your family.
My thoughts are with you Keith and Tonya.
My sympathy on your loss
Our Condolences to the family of Keith Lanphear.He will be missed 😢 God bless you all.
My condolence to Lanphear family. We grew up together at family reunions. Fond memories of all the years. May God bless you at this difficult time.
I’m sorry to read this. Keith was a kind man. He always had a smile and was genuinely glad to see us. You are in my thoughts for comfort and peace.
Our condolences to the family.
Our condolences to the Lanphear family, you are in our thoughts and prayers
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lanphear family. Keith was a very active member of his community and will be greatly missed. I attended school with Keith at Castle Rock and AF High, a good friend. RIP Keith. Dennis&Judy
Wow, such a great loss for our community. I always enjoyed running into and talking with Keith and learning the history of our community. He was an absolute treasure trove full of interesting facts and information of the people and history of White Creek and, alas, a proud Vietnam Vet. I am lucky to have had many chats with Keith and will miss those history lessons, Rest in Peace Keith. Kenny and Shelley Kroupa
I’m sure I speak for everyone when I say, Keith will be missed by so many in this community. He was a wonderful soul, with such a kind heart. The world needs more like him. Rest in peace, young man. I will miss our chats!
So sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. He was a very caring and community minded person. He will be missed.
Our condolences to the Lanphear family.
Our condolences to the family from Scott and Kathy. I wish our cousins’ solace in the the loss of their brother. On behave of the Snider-Richardson American Legion Post 273, of which I am the adjutant, and of which he was an active member, I wish to extend our condolences to the family
Sorry for your loss
Keith was a great soul that I really enjoyed interacting with at cenex! I will miss him greatly!
Ross ( a fellow graduate of Keith’s ) Mary Moore send our sincerest condolences to his family, Mo matter where you met Keith he always stopped to talk. He will be missed.
We are very saddened to hear the news. May he rest in peace. Sending condolences and peace to his family.
Keith was such a nice man. My deepest condolences to his entire family.
Condolences to Keith’s family. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
So very sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. Our most sincere condolences to the entire family.
Keith was a great man always helping others. I knew him most of my life and was proud to call him a friend. He will be dearly missed by all especially in our Lions club.
I am sorry to hear of such a great loss. May you know in your heart that he is in a place of piece and love.
Condolences to the family. Keith and I became friends when I met him at the Lions Chic Nic. We spoke of our children and over the years we would compare notes as they were making their way in the world. He will be missed by many.
Condolences to the Lanphear family
I had the pleasure of working with Keith for over 20 years.
Meryl & family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Anita (Burdick) & Don Genrich;
Stuart Burdick
Keith will be missed by many. My condolences to all of his family.
Sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. Condolences to the family
Very sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. My condolences to his family, very nice obituary-he had a good life and a good family.
My condolences to the entire family. Keith and I go way back when I worked for Health and Human Services. We was such a pleasant person everytime I seen him. We always talked about many things. I will miss seeing him. May God Bless your family. My prayers for all.