Keith K. Black

eith K. Black, of Newark, DE was born to the late Daniel Richard Black, Sr. and the late Anna Marie Black on April 25, 1956 in Chestertown, MD. Keith peacefully passed away on Thursday September 5, 2019 at his home surrounded by his wife Ada and family. Keith was a happy go lucky kind of man with a kind heart and a considerate person who would do anything he could for anyone. He always carried a smile and a toothpick.

Keith attended the Kent County Public school system. Later he would join the United States Army, serving for his country for thirteen years where he played basketball and football.

Mr. Black joined Miss Ada Grimes on July 24, 2003 in holy matrimony. He retired from International Laborers Local 199, where he worked for many years.

Keith was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Asbury, Charles and Franklin Black.

Keith is survived by his wife Ada Grimes Black, devoted grandson, Duane Grimes, a daughter, Emma Bolden, stepchildren Cabrella Perkins, Ada Maria Colucci(Michael), Michelle Cooke(Greg) and Russell Grimes(Marketa) Seven

sisters; Florence Poteat(John), Anna Powers, Margaret Cooper(Wardell), Linda Blake(Alvin), Mary Black, Ida Thompson(Melvin)and Laverne Black. Three brothers; Daniel R. Black(Mary), Archibald Black(Thelma) and Harrie Black (Marlyn), 13 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, 2 sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends.

Celebration of his life will be held on Friday September 13, 2019 at Ezion Fair Baptist Church, 1400 B. Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. Viewing 9-10:45am, service at 11 am. Interment, Chestertown, MD.