Keith Ray Bedenbaugh, 74, of Waco passed away, surrounded by his loving family Tuesday, June 14, 2022, after celebrating his 53 wedding anniversary. Keith was born September 20, 1946 in Chester, South Carolina to father, Marvin Birge Bedenbaugh and mother, Annie Laura Morris. He grew up in Joanna, South Carolina, where he attended church religiously and drove the town school bus as a high school student until joining the United States Air Force. Keith married his lifelong bride in the Philippines, and retired after serving twenty years as a U. S. Master Sergeant. In retirement, Keith and his wife participated in archery tournaments throughout the US. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and enjoyed several years of guiding at a ranch in central Texas. He was the Grill Master of the family and took great joy in entertaining everyone who stepped into their home and campsite. Keith never met a stranger and all who had the honor of knowing him are truly blessed. Keith was preceded in death by his grandson, Billy Charles Cole III, and nephew, Don Franklin Waldrop. Keith is survived by his wife, Nelda Bedenbaugh; son, Kenneth Bedenbaugh; daughter, Tabatha Bedenbaugh Wiggins; two grandchildren, Mylinda and Ryan; and three great grandchildren. He will be missed by all and never to be forgotten by his two sisters, Edith Waldrop of Johnston, South Carolina and Judy White of Greenville, South Carolina, along with many family members and close friends. Memorial donations may be made in his name to your charity of choice for those suffering from congestive heart failure. ,