Keith “K.C.” C. MacFadyen, 80, of Iron Mountain, passed away Sunday, April 16, 2023 at the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center.

K.C. was born in Hoquiam, Washington, on March 20, 1943. He was the son of the late William Harry and Sylvia Ann MacFadyen. With a forged signature, K.C. enlisted into the U.S. Navy at the age of 16, with his brother Bruce, where he served 20 faithful years.

On August 8, 1970, while stationed in Chicago, Keith married Diane MacFadyen at the Great Lakes Naval Station. After retirement, K.C. worked many jobs but was particularly fond of his time as the owner of Ace of Clubs in Sagola and driver for TRICO. In his free time he enjoyed spending time with family and friends, often taking his grandchildren fishing, or with his VFW and American Legion brothers

K.C. will be remembered for his commitment to his family, community and country. He was a frequent donor to many local organizations and gave back in any way he could. Those close to him will remember his witty humor, love for children, and his passion for scratch offs.

K.C. is survived by his wife of 52 years, Diane; two sons, William. H. “Bill” (Mary) MacFadyen and Brian K. (Nicole) MacFadyen; pseudo son, Ernest O. “Ernie” (Yvette) Vroman; grandchildren, Liam, Fiona, Caidyn, Colm, Garreth, Sadie, Joey, Olivia and Ewen; pseudo-grandchildren, Ileina, Rebecca, and Zachary; siblings, Wilma Sanderson, Bruce H. MacFadyen and Neala Madrid; sister-in-law, Alice Crosson; and many nieces and nephews to whom he was a loving and generous uncle.

K.C. is preceded in death by his parents, William and Sylvia, siblings, Barbara H. Stemblom, Ian MacFadyen and Laura L. MacFadyen.

The burial and celebration of life will be held in June.

Condolences may be expressed to the family of Keith C. MacFadyen online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com.