Keith Allen Winfrey was born on October 31st, 1976, to James L. and Ruth Winfrey (Parksey) in Indianapolis, IN. Keith was the youngest boy in a family of six siblings. At a young age, Keith moved from Indianapolis to Kansas City, MO, where he eventually would call home for the rest of his life.

Keith worked various janitorial and manufacturing jobs throughout his life. Keith was soft-spoken, but if asked for an opinion or advice on a subject, Keith was known to be thoroughly honest. Keith's hobbies included shopping, lawn care, cooking for family, and watching the Kansas City Chiefs play on Sundays. Keith's greatest joy in life was spending time with family and loved ones. Throughout his life, Keith surrounded himself with his nieces and nephews, and also his two cats, Kovu and Vitani. In his later life, Keith lived with his father for several years until his father's passing. Keith was a loving brother and uncle and will be missed dearly by his friends and family.

Keith Allen Winfrey, 49, of Kansas City, MO, passed away on February 2, 2026. Keith was preceded in death by his father and mother, James L. Winfrey and Ruth Winfrey; his eldest brother, Micheal Winfrey; sister-in-law, Melissa Armenta; and niece, Victoria “Vickie” Anderson.

Keith is survived by his brothers, James D. Winfrey (Melinda) and Eddie Winfrey; his sisters, Pamela Anderson (Will) and Crystal Winfrey; his 14 nieces and nephews; and 26 great-nieces and great-nephews.

A celebration of life will be held at Church of the Harvest, 13901 E. Noland Ct., Independence, MO 64055, on Saturday, February 14th, 2026, with service starting at 12:00 p.m.