Loren Mercer Keyes Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Loren “MERCER” Keyes, the 5th born son of Kenneth & Alistine Keyes, was born in December 1,1932 in Cumberland, Maryland. Mercer’s family later moved to Braddock. Mercer graduated from Braddock High School in 1961. After graduating, he enlisted in the United States Marines. While away in the Marines, his family moved to Homestead. Upon his 4 year completion in the Marines, he too joined his family in Homestead. In 1965, Mercer was introduced to Peggy Dalton by their long-time friend, Alice Harris. On March 29,1966, the two became one. He married the love of his life, Peggy; and from that union their only child, Kandi, was born. Mercer called his baby girl “Kid.” Mercer took being a U. S. Marine Veteran to heart. He took pride in speaking at the Veterans Day Program at Steel Valley High School. His favorite pastime was going to Rivers Casino with his long-time friends Sidberry & George Knox. He loved fishing and was also a devout Pittsburgh Steeler Fan. Mercer was a man of few words, but when he spoke, he kept it 100. LOL. “Imma cut you” was one of his favorite sayings. Mercer was crazy about his grandchildren. They affectionately called him “Pap-Pap.” Mercer loved and supported his entire family. He did whatever he could, when he could for his siblings, nieces and nephews. He also adored his four-legged best friend, FREEWAY. Mercer worked at Mesta Machinery in West Homestead for 28 years until the mill shutdown. After Mesta closed, Mercer took ownership and ran the Jitney Station (Kwik Kar) along with working for Tunie Funeral Home where he faithfully served over 40 years until his health began to decline. While embarking on his journey for Tunie Funeral Home, Mercer confessed and accepted Christ. Mercer departed this life on Saturday, February 5, 2022. Mercer was preceded in death by his parents Kenneth & Alistine Keyes; siblings; Kenny, Max, Charles and Robert Keyes, TieAnn Petties (Keyes) and Debbie Standford. Mercer leaves to cherish his life and long-lasting memories, His devoted wife of 56 years Peggy; his faithful daughter, Kandi (Ronnie Winford); Grandchildren, Bijan, Kashmyre, & Zebadiah; Siblings, Danny, Frank (Tina); Karen, Maye, Michelle; long-time best friend RaFeek Smith along with a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

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Loren Mercer Keyes

December 1, 1943 - February 5, 2022