Keith was born on July 28, 1965 in Chattanooga, TN and grew up in Soddy-Daisy, TN.
He is predeceased by both parents, William Marvin Tumblin and Edna Lee (Cooper) Tumblin as well as a brother, Bud Tumblin and a sister, Rachel Tumblin Kay.
Survivors include a daughter, Nikki. Siblings: Sara Wilson (Gene) of Chickamauga, GA. Randy Tumblin of Laurens, SC. Linda Tumblin of Laurens, SC. Bob Tumblin (Janice) of Laurens, SC. Jeannie Ingram (Paul) of Powdersville, SC. Joan Jones (Dennis) of Simpsonville, SC. His ex-wife, Portia Smith of Pelzer, SC.
Keith was a huge history buff. Music was Keith’s passion and he was a self-taught drummer. He was also an avid Tennessee Volunteers fan.
The family will be at their respective homes with a Celebration of Life on Saturday at the home of Paul and Jeannie Ingram.
In lie of flowers, donations may be made to:
Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park
3370 LaFayette Road
Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
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