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Keith Free Obituary

Keith Free, a native and resident of Baton Rouge, departed this life on Friday, February 7, 2020, at the age of 49. He leaves behind many special friends/co-workers from Exxon from his 28 years of work. He is survived by his sister, Billie Jean "BJ' Militello and spouse Fred Militello of Baton Rouge; brothers, Charles "Red" Free of Tucson, Arizona, Kenneth Free and spouse Randi of Colorado Springs, Colorado. He is preceded in death by his beloved mother Mary Jane "Bootsie" Free as he mourned her daily. A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at Niland's Funeral Home in New Roads from 10 am until religious service at 11:30 am. Interment will follow at Chenal Cemetery in Jarreau, LA.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 11 to Feb. 13, 2020.
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I give thanks to God Almighty for allowing our paths to cross. Rest In Peace my friend.

Sedrick Perkins

May 7, 2023

Rest in peace Keith. I miss you so much my friend.

Rhonda LeJeune

February 19, 2020

My heart is broken learning the passing of Keith Keith an I were hired on at the EXXON Lube plant in the early 90's. He was such a lovely person, I loved having him as my friend. Sending prayers too his family.

February 13, 2020

Rest in peace my friend. You left us too soon. May God bless you and keep you and give your family the strength to carry on during this very difficult time.

Dennis Charbonnet

February 12, 2020

It was a pleasure to have worked with him. Sending our Condolences to his family and Prayers for strength and comfort.

Marvin (Monkey) Milling (ExxonMobil Lube Plant)

February 12, 2020

Billie, so sorry to hear about your brother. May God be with you and your family. Annette and. Warren Cook

Annette Cook

February 11, 2020

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10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Niland's Funeral Services, Inc.

210 West End Drive P.O. Drawer 220, New Roads, LA 70760

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11:30 a.m.

Niland's Funeral Services, Inc.

210 West End Drive P.O. Drawer 220, New Roads, LA 70760

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210 West End Drive P.O. Drawer 220, New Roads, LA 70760

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