Keith Allen was born in Saint Joseph, Missouri, to Trenisha Thomas and Keith Allen. He graduated from Central High School in 2018, where he played football, wrestled, and ran track all four years, showing commitment, discipline, and heart in everything he did. Beyond athletics, Keith was also a talented artist, expressing creativity in ways that left a lasting impression on those around him. So much so that he was highlighted by Diversed Perspectives Art Challenge in 2024, where his art is still on display at the St. Joseph Museum!
He was a hard worker and skilled young man with a passion for learning. He attended Hillyard Technical School and developed his ability to work on cars. He also worked for Clark Concrete, and most recently drove for FedEx while continuing to incorporate his love of sports by playing football for the St. Joe Bucks.
Keith was love in action. He was loyal, dependable, and the one you could always call—no matter the time or situation. He was a protector, a provider, and someone who gave without ever expecting anything in return. He showed up for his people, every single time. He lived his life with purpose and heart.
Keith once described himself in four simple ways: God, family, football, and being Black. That was his foundation—his faith, his love for his family, his passion for the game, and the pride he carried in who he was.
Keith was the heart of his family, and he will be deeply missed beyond words.
Our mission is to continue to #LoveLikeKeith
He is survived by his loving mother Trenisha Thomas, dad Fabian Stepney, father Keith Allen Jr.; his siblings, Kornelius, Kristopher, Kiara, Trinity, Leila, and Ariya; his grandparents Anthony and Doretta Ross, and Maxine Allen; along with a large and devoted extended family of aunts, uncles, cousins, and countless friends who loved him deeply.
He was preceded in death by his beloved dog, Kubo, and his grandfather, Keith Gregory Allen.
Acknowledgements: We would like to thank everyone who has surrounded our family with love, prayers, and support during this unimaginable loss. Every text, call, meal, hug, visit, donation and prayer has meant more than we can express.
Trenisha would like to give an extra special thanks to Bullock Family Funeral home for their utmost care and compassion during this difficult time. Her parents Anthony and Doretta Ross for their endless love and support. My sisters-Christina, Chastity, Chrissy, Lateesa, and Keisha Stone (and her sons). You guys showed up everyday with open arms and helping hands. I can’t leave out my sweet nieces, Amora, Ivy and Wynter-Thank you for all your help!
Celebration of Life will be Saturday May 09, 2026 1:00 p.m. at Zion United Church. Visitation with family will be Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the church.
