James Nelson Keyse

February 4, 1938 ~ September 9, 2020
James Nelson Keyse, 82, of The Villages, Florida passed away peacefully at his residence on September 9, 2020. Jim was born on February 4, 1938 in Painesville, Ohio to his parents Frank Leslie Keyse and Thelma Elizabeth (Sowers) Keyse. He was raised in Madison, Ohio, graduated from The Ohio State University and was a member of Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity. Jim worked for the Boeing Company for 10 years during which time he designed part of the Saturn V Rocket for the voyages to the moon. He was a retired Automotive Engineer for Ford Motor Company with over 27 years of service.
He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years: Martha Keyse of The Villages, FL; two sons: Brian Keyse of Farmington Hills, Michigan and Darin Keyse and his wife Gretchen of Montgomery, Texas; a sister: Barbara Rockow of Phoenix, Arizona; 2 loving grandchildren: Jordyn and Brandyn; and 2 nephews and 1 niece. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service for Jim will be held at 11 am, Friday, May 7, 2021 at the Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River St., Madison, OH 44041. Final Resting Place will be North Madison Cemetery.
The Behm Family Funeral Home is assisting the family during this time. Online obituary and guestbook at www.behmfuneral.com
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