Wednesday, April 1, 2026 9:45 am

Keith Downey, age 59, of Forest City, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Keith was born June 25, 1966 in Rutherford County to the late James Russell Downey and Janice Keeter Downey. He was a graduate of Chase High School, class of 1984 and was of the Baptist faith. Keith was an Associate at BMW over 27 years.

Those left to honor his legacy include his wife of 37 years, Caroline Downey; son, Joshua Downey (Paige) and daughter, Hannah Greene (Robert) all of Rutherfordton; sister, Sonya Greene (Shannon) of Forest City; grandchildren, Addison Downey, Alayna Downey, Cullen Downey, Aubrey Bradley, Bailey Greene, Colton Greene; mother-in-law, Sylvia Clark of Rutherfordton.

A graveside service was held March 31 at Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Jerry Ruppe officiating.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.