In Memoriam: Longtime Shrewsbury Resident, Keith DeVita, 59

Longtime Shrewsbury resident, Keith DeVita, passed away recently. He was 59.

“Keith lived a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to his family. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to those he held dear. His memory will forever echo in the hearts of those who knew him, like the lyrics to one of his favorite songs:
‘With arms wide open, now everything has changed
I’ll show you love, I’ll show you everything
With arms wide open.’
— With Arms Wide Open, Creed

“Until we meet again, may his soul find peace, and his music play on …
We love you Keith/Dad/Brother/Uncle Keith. A man of deep loyalty and passion, he found joy in the music of Creed, their lyrics resonating with his spirit. He was also a die-hard fan of the New Jersey Devils, cheering them on through every victory and defeat. His enthusiasm for the game was infectious, and he never missed an opportunity to celebrate his team.”
Loved ones of Keith DeVita in his obituary

Keith was born in Newark on Oct. 3, 1965 to Michael DeVita and the late Carol DeVita (nee Oschwald).

In 1993, he married the love of his life Sharon Featherstone and moved to Shrewsbury, “where they built a beautiful family. A dedicated and loving father, he cherished every moment with his three children. They were his greatest joy and proudest accomplishment.

Keith is predeceased by: his beloved Nanni, Anna Oschwald; and his uncle, Milton Oschwald.

He is survived by: his devoted wife, Sharon; his beloved three children and their significant others, Dylan DeVita (Julia Murawinski), Samantha DeVita (Glen Boehme), and Catherine DeVita (Leo Huerta); his siblings, Valerie Weidenfeld (Steve), Mike DeVita (Donna), Dean DeVita (Connie), Drew DeVita (Renee), and Daryl DeVita (Cindy); his cherished mother- and father-in-law Rosemary and John Featherstone; his brothers-in-law John (Linda) and Chris Featherstone (Jaime); his sister-in-law, Katie Featherstone-Gmahle (Tim); and many loving nieces, nephews, and friends, “who will forever cherish the warmth of his presence and the kindness he shared with all.”

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 1, from 1 to 4 p.m., with a service at 3, at Thompson Memorial Home, 310 Broad St, Red Bank. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Keith may be made to the American Heart Association, https://www.heart.org/