Temmie Lee Key

Temmie Lee Key, 67, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away February 3, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 5, 1951 in Cumberland County, Kentucky to James and Maxie Key; one of three sons.

He was a 1970 graduate of Cumberland County High School. He moved to Indianapolis with his childhood best friend, Jimmy. The duo remained friends for nearly 60 years and are “two peas in a pod” according to family. Temmie worked as a factory worker at Stokley-Van Camp until the business closed. He was then a self-employed landlord, owning and renting out properties to the Indianapolis community; a job he was still very much active in until his health failed. He was a simple man, who loved working with his hands. He enjoyed fixing up houses, though it is believed he mostly just loved the tools; his son, Lonnie, believes that the “Tim-Key” Rule is why Craftsman Tools won’t allow trade-ins any longer. He also enjoyed spending time with family, especially his three grandsons, whom he cherished deeply.

Temmie is preceded in death by his parents, James and Maxie Key; brother, Dewayne Key. Surviving to cherish his memory are son, Lonnie (Kelly) Key; brother; Donal Key; grandchildren; Mckinley, Brady, and Wyatt; best friend of over 60 years, Jimmy; as well as a host of extended family members and friends.

Family and friends are invited to visit Thursday, February 7, 2019 from 11-2 PM at Flanner Buchanan – Decatur Township, 5463 Kentucky Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana 46221. Funeral services will take place at 2 PM at the funeral Home. Mr. Key will be laid to rest at a later date at Murley Cemetery in Cumberland County, Kentucky with the help of Norris and New Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please donate in Temmie’s memory to the charity of your choice.