Keith Dale Switzenberg, age 79, of Dansville, Michigan, passed away on January 23, 2026, at Safe Haven Assisted Living in Mason.
Keith was born on December 4, 1946, in Jackson, Michigan, the son of Dale E. and Alice M. (Fouty) Switzenberg. A lifelong resident of Dansville, he graduated from Dansville High School in 1965. Immediately after graduation, Keith began working for General Motors, where he worked for many years as a forklift operator. He was a proud member of UAW Local 1753.
Growing up, Keith participated in 4H, but always had an interest in farming and sharecropping. He proudly served in the United States Army. He was a hardworking man, quiet and stern, but always fair. He enjoyed traveling, camping, and taking family road trips to Texas. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and taking them on day trips.
On December 18, 1965, Keith married Linda (Hodgson). They shared more than 55 years of marriage before her passing on June 24, 2021.
Keith is survived by his two children, Tom (April) Switzenberg and Cheri (Brian) Grosshans; three grandchildren, Melissa (Echo) Switzenberg, KC (Skye) Corrette, and Christopher (Ciara) Corrette; as well as his siblings, Ken Switzenberg, Kathy Green, and Kay Switzenberg. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his wife, Linda, Keith was preceded in death by his parents, Dale and Alice Switzenberg; a son-in-law, Cliff Corette, and a brother-in-law, Alan Green.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home in Stockbridge on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home.
