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Gardner Leroy Keys

Case from Merced, CA dated Jan 01, 2019

Victim Details

Gardner Leroy Keys

Male

White / Caucasian

Merced

CA

2019-01-01

55

Gardner

Leroy Keys

07/25/2026

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Gardner Leroy Keys, aged 55, passed away on January 1, 2019, in Merced, California. He was a retired Journeyman pressman who had worked for the San Francisco Chronicle. Gardner was known for his kind soul and strong Christian faith. He is survived by his son, Anthony Leroy Keys, and his brother, Sterling Keys. His sudden death left his family and friends in deep grief.

The circumstances surrounding Gardner's death were tragic. He was found dead at a homeless encampment in Merced, having b ...
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  • mercedsunstar: Coroner identifies Merced man who was shot in homeless camp
  • mercedsunstar: Homeless man killed in New Year’s morning attack: First homicide of 2019 in Merced County
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