Keith Burroughs

Keith Burroughs, age 69 of Portage, Michigan, went to be with the Lord, with family by his side on August 31, 2025. He was born in Monroe, Michigan, son of Robert & Nelda (Ford) Burroughs Sr.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Nelda Burroughs; his brother Kenneth Burroughs; his sister Kathy Guess.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, ValDora Burroughs; his father Robert Burroughs Sr. Kalamazoo; his two sons: Jason Burroughs of Zeeland and Korrey (Tonni Beardsley) Burroughs of Bloomingdale; his brothers: Robert (Angie) Burroughs Jr. of Kalamazoo and James (Terry) Burroughs of Kalamazoo; his sister: Karen (Jamie) Reaune of Shelbyville, Janice (Mike) Ammon of Kalamazoo and Bea Dahl of Allegan. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Keith was a graduate of Parchment High School, class of 1974. He studied electronics at the National Education Center. Keith worked for the Kalamazoo County Government for 25 years as a building and grounds maintenance one worker.

He loved being on the water—boating and fishing with his family. He also enjoyed picnics and talking long walks but mostly just spending time with his wife and his two sons. He loved his to cats, Baxter and Alley. He could be found tinkering with electronics, gardening, camping, traveling and working with his hands.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life gathering is being planned for a later date, please check back for more information.

While at www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign Keith’s guestbook and/or share your favorite memory with his family. In lieu of flowers, donations in Keith’s name can be made to the American Cancer Society.

The Burroughs family is being cared for by the Avink, McCowen & Secord Funeral Homes and Cremation Society, 5975 Lovers Lane, Portage, MI 49097 (269) 344-5600.